{"product_id":"chord-electronics-qutest-standalone-dac","title":"Chord Electronics Qutest Standalone DAC","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Chord Electronics Qutest is a compact, high-performance standalone DAC designed to bring Chord's proprietary FPGA digital conversion technology to home and desktop audio systems. Unlike Chord's portable DACs, Qutest is purpose-built for fixed-system use, without an integrated headphone amplifier or battery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt around Chord's custom-coded FPGA architecture, Qutest supports high-resolution PCM up to 768 kHz and native DSD512, with flexible USB, BNC coaxial, dual-data, and optical digital connectivity.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/6139\/9068\/files\/Qutest-Hero-Image-2.webp?v=1789725113\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced FPGA DAC Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of Qutest is Chord's custom-coded Xilinx Artix 7 FPGA, implementing a 49,152-tap WTA filter and 10-element Pulse Array design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than relying on a conventional off-the-shelf DAC chipset, Chord's proprietary architecture handles digital filtering and conversion using its own FPGA-based algorithms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQutest also provides four selectable digital filters, allowing listeners to tailor the presentation to their system, recordings, and listening preferences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for High-End Audio Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQutest provides a stereo pair of RCA analog outputs for connection to an integrated amplifier, preamplifier, or headphone amplifier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts fixed analog output can be configured to 1 V, 2 V, or 3 V RMS, making it easier to match Qutest with different downstream components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe galvanically isolated USB Type-B input supports PCM up to 768 kHz, while two BNC coaxial inputs support up to 384 kHz individually. The BNC inputs can also operate together in dual-data mode, supporting sample rates up to 768 kHz and enabling high-resolution connection with the Chord Electronics Hugo M Scaler.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact, Precision-Machined Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQutest is housed in a solid, precision-machined aluminum chassis designed to protect and isolate its internal circuitry. Its distinctive illuminated spherical controls provide convenient access to input selection and digital filter settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its compact footprint, Qutest brings Chord's advanced DAC technology to systems where a dedicated headphone amplifier, battery, or portable functionality is not required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-performance standalone FPGA DAC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e49,152-tap WTA digital filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePCM playback up to 768 kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative and DoP DSD support up to DSD512\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour selectable digital filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGalvanically isolated USB-B input\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual-BNC input for high-resolution digital audio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelectable 1 V, 2 V or 3 V RMS output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision-machined aircraft-grade aluminum chassis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chord Electronics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54578183471388,"sku":null,"price":1795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/6139\/9068\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-09-18T152545.045.png?v=1789725424","url":"https:\/\/rockonav.com\/products\/chord-electronics-qutest-standalone-dac","provider":"RockOnAV","version":"1.0","type":"link"}