POLY

Music streamer/player for Mojo 2/Mojo

Poly is a portable music streamer/player that combines with Mojo 2/Mojo to wirelessly stream from connected devices and playback from its Micro SD, all with smartphone control. It enables hi-fi sound quality at home or on the go, with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth® wireless technology, AirPlay and network connectivity, and upgrades headphone, car and home audio performance.

DESCRIPTION

Poly is a revolutionary music streamer, the first of its kind in the world. When partnered with Mojo 2/Mojo, it enables music streamed from a range of wirelessly connected devices to be enjoyed in the best possible sound quality, whether at home or on the go. Poly is also a music player: its unlimited-capacity Micro SD card slot can house huge libraries and liberate storage on smart devices. Full smartphone control using everyday apps enables effortless music playback whether streaming or playing music from the Micro SD.

Poly directly connects to Mojo 2/Mojo’s award-winning audio processing (DAC) technology dramatically improving the audio quality of streamed music.  Its advanced design enables everyday devices, including Android and Apple smartphones/tablets, to become portable ‘hi-fi-quality’ digital audio players: the smartphone becomes the controller, with Poly and Mojo 2/Mojo doing the high-level audio processing.

Poly can also be used with computers and laptops, plus it can access networked audio stored on NAS drives using popular DLNA apps. Playback is via Mojo 2/Mojo’s twin headphone outputs, plus home and in-car audio systems with auxiliary (AUX) inputs can also benefit from the improved sound quality.

Poly connects to Wi-Fi networks, including mobile hotspots when on the go, and remembers multiple networks with its auto-connect functionality. It also benefits from Bluetooth® wireless technology, AirPlay and DLNA connectivity, offering uninterrupted music streaming when transitioning from indoors to outdoors. Poly also features its own hotspot mode, enabling a connection where devices, networks or countries do not facilitate tethering. Its rechargeable LiPo batteries offer up to nine hours of playback from a four-hour charge using the device’s fast-charging USB circuit; both Poly and Mojo 2/Mojo can be charged simultaneously.

Poly is high-resolution audio-compatible, with support for the latest studio-quality files; PCM data up to 768kHz resolution and DSD64 to DSD256 (Quad-DSD). Supported file types include ACC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, OGG VORBIS, ALAC, WMA and MP3.

FEATURES

Portable streamer/player that combines with Mojo 2/Mojo

Wireless streaming from connected devices at home or on-the-go

Built-in unlimited-capacity Micro SD card slot for music library storage/playback

Control via familiar smartphone apps

Upgrades sound quality from headphones, in-car systems, home audio and more

Empowers smartphones as ‘hi-fi quality’ portable digital audio players

Chord Electronics’ award-winning sound quality for streamed and Micro SD music

Precision-machined aluminium casing with black anodisation, opaque black wireless signal window and silicone feet

DLNA server and renderer (SD card); SMB Server (SD card); MPD player (SD Card)

TECHNICAL SPEC

Wifi-enabled:

Wi-Fi 2.4GHz (for optimum stability)

Battery:

Rechargeable LiPo 2200mAh9-hour + playtime and fast-charging via USB

Playback support:

Roon, DNLA, AirPlay and Bluetooth® wireless technology

Support for all major file types including:

ACC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, OGG VORBIS, ALAC, WMA and MP3

PCM sample rates:

44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 358.8kHz, 384kHz,717.6kHz and 768kHz; DSD via DoP sample rates: DSD64 – DSD256 (Quad-DSD); DSD from SD card

Devices supported:

iPhone, iPad, Android phones/tablets, Windows and Mac OS X computers and DAPs

Dimensions:

50mm (L) x 62mm (W) x 22mm (H)

Weight:

91g

Hotspot mode:

Poly can create its own hotspot where networks/devices/countries don’t support tethering

Integrated Access Point:

Allows configuration of connected networks (up to 32)

REVIEW & AWARDS

The DAP days are over (Part 2: Chord Mojo-Poly)

"The best sounding DAC under a thousand Euros? For those who prioritise detail retrieval, image specificity and a beautifully extended top end, it’d be near impossible to beat Chord Electronics’ Mojo (€499). Interestingly, the Mojo has held this ground since its introduction almost three years ago." - John

Chord Poly review: Turn your Mojo into a wireless streamer

"But the two devices together combined deliver such high-quality wireless audio that, even at this price, there’s nothing to match it and, with Chord’s unique technology, I’m not sure we’ll ever see other manufacturers provide a similar product." -  Christopher Minasians

Chord Electronics Poly review – Mojo wireless module

"This is a very solid, in every sense of the word, piece of audio hardware. You will not be disappointed." -  Jay Garrett 

Chord Poly Wireless Streaming Module for Mojo Review

"In conclusion, the Chord Poly is a solid hit that’s a perfect match for the Mojo DAC/amp. It’s a worthwhile investment for any Chord Mojo owner looking to expand the horizons of fine audio listening into the wireless realm and beyond." -  Steven Newcastle

REVIEW: CHORD ELECTRONICS POLY MUSIC STREAMER / PLAYER 

"The Chord Mojo is already one of the strongest contenders in the portable audio arena. The addition of the Poly supercharges the Mojo and what was already a hugely versatile piece of equipment.

I'm told there are a few tweaks in the software roadmap that I am personally looking forward to, but overall this is a worthy and essential upgrade for your Mojo." -  MATTHEW JENS

Chord Poly review

"Sometimes we come across a brilliant product that isn’t quite the finished article and, in 2017, this was one of them. Chord has since improved the Poly’s functional appeal by introducing a configuration set-up app and advancing connections and content support." -  What Hi-Fi?

Chord Mojo + Poly Review

"The Chord Mojo + Poly is a remarkable pairing. On the hardware aspect, the pair is nothing less than an example of miniaturization at its best. Designed and built in England, the product exhibits Chord Electronics renowned traits of reliability, build quality, and tank proof aesthetic.
" - Goh Beng Yeow 

Chord Mojo + Poly Review

"If you’ve already got a Mojo, you’re probably salivating at the prospect of adding the Poly. It’s a slick upgrade in every way, turning an awesome DAC/headphone amp into a powerful network streamer and portable Hi-Res Audio player." - Simon Osborne-Walker