Chord Electronics 2go Transportable Music Streamer and Server at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada

The Chord 2go is a transportable music streamer and server from Chord Electronics (Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Designed to connect directly to the award-winning Chord Hugo 2 DAC, the 2go adds 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet streaming, Roon Ready certification, and up to 4TB of onboard microSD solid-state storage to transform the Hugo 2 into a self-contained high-resolution music streaming system. Managed via the free Gofigure app for iOS and Android, the 2go supports PCM from 44.1kHz to 768kHz (16 to 32-bit) and DSD64 to DSD256 via DoP, with AirPlay, Tidal, Qobuz, DLNA server and renderer, gapless playback, and Bluetooth A2DP all supported simultaneously. Awarded five stars by What Hi-Fi?, the 2go was described as making the Hugo 2 combination one of the most capable music streamers heard at any price.

Streaming, Storage, and Battery-Powered Purity in a Single Module

The Chord 2go attaches directly to the Chord Hugo 2 using two Micro-USB connections and two mechanical connector pins, creating a physically unified and aesthetically matched combined unit. The 2go provides two independent 2TB-rated microSD card slots, offering up to 4TB of total onboard solid-state music library storage for playback via MPD (Music Player Daemon), enabling the Hugo 2 to function as a high-capacity standalone music server without dependency on a network or external device. Wired Gigabit Ethernet connectivity offers plug-and-play operation with no configuration required, while the 2.4GHz Wi-Fi supports both standard infrastructure connection to an existing router and a standalone Hotspot mode activated within the Gofigure app, broadcasting the 2go's own Wi-Fi network with a configurable SSID and password for use in environments without a fixed wireless network. A critical sonic advantage of the 2go system is that, once charged, all playback from both streaming and stored sources operates entirely from the Hugo 2's internal battery, eliminating the noise contribution of any external power supply from the signal chain for a genuinely purist digital audio signal path. The 2go's own internal battery provides up to ten hours of playback, with desktop charging mode activated automatically upon insertion of a Micro-USB charging cable.

Auto-Switching Inputs, Gofigure App, and Multi-Protocol Streaming

A defining convenience feature of the 2go is its auto-switching input function: every audio interface remains active simultaneously, and switching between streaming services, network sources, or locally stored files requires only pressing play on the chosen control point application. There is no manual input selection step — the 2go switches automatically and seamlessly between all sources, giving a continuous listening experience across Roon, Tidal, Qobuz, AirPlay, DLNA, Bluetooth, and local MicroSD card content without interruption. Setup, configuration, and firmware updates are handled through the free Gofigure app, available for both iOS and Android, which also provides access to the Hotspot Wi-Fi mode, card management, and streaming service authentication. The 2go is fully DLNA-compliant as both a server and renderer, is AirPlay-ready, supports gapless audio across all playback modes, and provides DoP (DSD over PCM) and bit-perfect output to the Hugo 2's DAC stage. File format support spans AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, OGG Vorbis, ALAC, WMA, MP3, and additional formats.

Key Features

• Roon Ready Certified: Full Roon endpoint integration supporting all Roon audio formats up to 768kHz PCM and DSD256 via the Hugo 2's USB DAC stage.
• Up to 4TB Onboard MicroSD Storage: Two 2TB-rated microSD card slots enable the 2go to function as a high-capacity standalone music server using MPD, independent of any external network or device.
• 2.4GHz Wi-Fi with Hotspot Mode: Connects to existing 2.4GHz Wi-Fi networks or broadcasts its own Wi-Fi hotspot for use in environments without a fixed network, configurable via the Gofigure app.
• Gigabit Ethernet: Wired Gigabit Ethernet connectivity provides plug-and-play network streaming with no configuration required, delivering maximum network stability for uninterrupted lossless audio.
• Battery-Powered Purist Audio: Once charged, all streaming and local playback operates from the Hugo 2's internal battery alone, eliminating the noise of external power supplies from the signal chain.
• Auto-Switching Input Function: All audio interfaces remain active simultaneously; switching between sources is accomplished simply by pressing play on the chosen control app, with no manual input selection required.
• Multi-Protocol Streaming: Supports AirPlay, Tidal, Qobuz, Internet radio, DLNA (server and renderer), Bluetooth A2DP, and Roon endpoint from a single device.
• Gapless Playback: Gapless audio is supported across all playback modes including local storage, network streaming, and Roon.
• DoP and Bit-Perfect DSD Support: DSD64 to DSD256 via DoP, passed through to the Hugo 2's FPGA DAC stage for native conversion.
• PCM Support to 768kHz: Handles PCM audio from 44.1kHz to 768kHz in 16 to 32-bit, covering the full spectrum of high-resolution audio formats including MQA-decoded and upscaled content from the Chord Hugo M Scaler.
• Free Gofigure App: iOS and Android app handles initial setup, Wi-Fi configuration, firmware updates, streaming service authentication, and card management.
• CNC-Machined Chassis Matching Hugo 2: The 2go's chassis is machined from the same materials and to the same dimensions as the Hugo 2, creating a physically and aesthetically unified combined unit.
• 10-Hour Battery Life: Internal battery provides up to ten hours of playback; desktop mode activates automatically on Micro-USB charging cable insertion.

Technical Specifications

Awards and Critical Recognition

• 5 Stars, What Hi-Fi? (UK, 2020) - "One of the most capable music streamers we've heard"
• Award for Outstanding Product, Audio Reputation
• Headfonics Top Gear 2021 - "The only game in town if you want the Hugo 2 wirelessly capable for lossless audio streaming"

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Chord Electronics 2go?

The Chord Electronics 2go is a transportable music streamer and server that attaches directly to the Chord Hugo 2 DAC/preamp/headphone amplifier. It adds 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet network streaming, Roon Ready certification, Tidal, Qobuz, AirPlay and DLNA support, Bluetooth A2DP, and up to 4TB of onboard microSD music library storage to the Hugo 2, transforming it into a fully self-contained wireless streaming system. Once charged, all playback operates from the Hugo 2's internal battery alone for a purist signal path free of external power supply noise. It was awarded five stars by What Hi-Fi? and described as one of the most capable music streamers heard at any price.

How does the Chord 2go compare to the Astell and Kern AK XB10 or Sony WM1ZM2?

The Chord 2go is fundamentally different from standalone portable music players such as the Astell and Kern AK XB10 or Sony WM1ZM2. Rather than functioning as a self-contained player, the 2go is a streaming and storage module that directly extends the Hugo 2's capabilities, combining the 2go's network and storage functionality with the Hugo 2's award-winning FPGA DAC and headphone amplifier stage. This approach allows the Hugo 2/2go combination to use the Hugo 2's proprietary 49,152-tap WTA filter for conversion, a far more sophisticated architecture than the chip-based converters in the Astell and Kern or Sony players. The resulting system is Roon Ready and supports up to 768kHz PCM and DSD256 via DoP, exceeding the format support of most standalone players at comparable price points.

Does the Chord 2go work with Roon?

Yes, the Chord 2go is Roon Ready certified, meaning it appears as a fully featured Roon endpoint within the Roon application without any manual configuration. The 2go connects to the Roon core via its Gigabit Ethernet or 2.4GHz Wi-Fi interface and streams audio directly to the Hugo 2's DAC stage, supporting all Roon audio formats up to 768kHz PCM and DSD256 via DoP. Roon's DSP engine, playlist management, and metadata browsing are all fully functional with the 2go as the endpoint device.

Can the Chord 2go stream Tidal and Qobuz?

Yes, the Chord 2go supports both Tidal and Qobuz streaming natively, in addition to AirPlay, DLNA, Bluetooth A2DP, and Internet radio. Authentication for streaming services is managed through the free Gofigure app on iOS or Android. The 2go's auto-switching input function means that switching between a Tidal stream, a Qobuz session, locally stored files on a microSD card, and an AirPlay source requires only pressing play on the chosen control app; no manual input switching is needed.

How much music can the Chord 2go store locally?

The Chord 2go features two onboard microSD card slots, each rated for cards up to 2TB, providing a total potential local storage capacity of up to 4TB for solid-state music library playback via MPD (Music Player Daemon). This enables the Hugo 2/2go combination to function as a completely self-contained music server without reliance on a network connection, playing high-resolution files including FLAC, AIFF, WAV, ALAC, DSD, and other supported formats directly from the microSD cards.

What is the Gofigure app for the Chord 2go?

Gofigure is Chord Electronics' free companion app for the 2go, available for both iOS and Android. It handles initial device setup, Wi-Fi network configuration, Hotspot mode activation, streaming service authentication, firmware updates, and microSD card management. Gofigure is the primary interface for configuring the 2go's behaviour, including enabling the standalone Wi-Fi Hotspot mode that allows the 2go to broadcast its own network with a custom SSID and password, which is particularly useful when no fixed Wi-Fi network is available.

Where can I buy the Chord Electronics 2go in Toronto or Canada?

The Chord Electronics 2go transportable music streamer and server is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Chord Electronics dealer located in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound carries the complete Chord portable and desktop range including the 2go, Hugo 2, and Hugo M Scaler, and can demonstrate the full Hugo 2/2go streaming system in-store. Canadian customers across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond are welcome to contact or visit Vinyl Sound Toronto for expert advice and a system demonstration.