Chord EE 8Switch – Audiophile Network Switch for Hi-Fi and High-End Streaming

The Chord EE 8Switch, developed under Chord Company’s English Electric brand, is a premium audiophile Ethernet network switch specifically engineered for hi-fi and high-end audio streaming systems. Designed to enhance digital network performance, the EE 8Switch improves Ethernet signal stability while reducing electrical noise, jitter and EMI interference.

Unlike conventional IT network switches, the Chord EE 8Switch features carefully selected audio-grade components, advanced electrical isolation circuitry and a high-precision custom TCXO clock to deliver exceptionally stable and accurate network transmission. The result is cleaner, more detailed and more natural sound reproduction, with improved transparency, enhanced soundstage focus and reduced digital harshness.

Ideal for streamers, network DACs, music servers, NAS drives and premium AV systems, the EE 8Switch incorporates eight Gigabit Ethernet ports optimized for high-resolution audio and video streaming. Its sophisticated dual-stage electrical isolation and integrated EMI absorber significantly reduce both high-frequency and low-frequency network noise.

The precision-machined aluminum chassis provides excellent protection against mechanical vibration and electromagnetic interference, while the included AV-grade low-noise power supply ensures stable operation. The Chord EE 8Switch is considered one of the most effective upgrades for improving the performance of high-quality streaming systems.

Key Features

• Audiophile Ethernet network switch for Hi-Fi and High-End systems
• 8 × Gigabit Ethernet 100/1000 Base-T ports
• Optimized for high-resolution music streaming
• Custom high-precision TCXO clock (0.1 ppm)
• Up to 90% jitter reduction
• Dual electrical isolation circuits for power and clock stages
• Integrated EMI absorber for reduced electromagnetic interference
• Stable and low-noise network transmission
• Improves detail retrieval, dynamics and musical realism
• Compatible with streamers, DACs, NAS drives and music servers
• Machined aluminum anti-resonance chassis
• Vibration-damping isolation feet
• Low-noise AV-grade external power supply included
• Simple plug-and-play installation

Technical Specifications

• Product type: audiophile Ethernet network switch
• Ethernet ports: 8 × Gigabit Ethernet 100/1000 Base-T
• Compatibility: audio/video streaming systems
• Clock type: custom high-precision TCXO
• Clock accuracy: 0.1 ppm
• Jitter reduction: up to 90%
• Advanced dual-stage electrical isolation
• Integrated EMI filtering
• RJ45 LAN connectivity
• Power supply: 5V DC / 1A max
• AV-grade low-noise power adapter included
• No-load power consumption: < 0.075 W
• Short-circuit, overload and over-voltage protection
• Machined aluminum chassis
• Vibration-damping feet
• Dimensions: 85 × 54 × 36 mm
• Weight: 415.5 g
• Color: black

Why Choose Chord EE 8Switch

In modern digital audio systems, Ethernet network quality directly affects streaming performance. Conventional network switches and routers can introduce electrical noise and timing instability that negatively impact audio playback quality.

The Chord EE 8Switch is specifically engineered to eliminate these issues through a purpose-built audiophile design. Thanks to its precision TCXO clock, galvanic isolation and advanced EMI filtering, the EE 8Switch delivers smoother, more detailed and more three-dimensional sound reproduction, allowing premium streamers, DACs and music servers to perform at their full potential.