MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC: all the audio file formats explained
Feb 10, 2025 · WAV and AIFF are arguably the most popular uncompressed audio file formats, both based on PCM (Pulse Code Modulation), which is widely recognised as the most …
What is DSD audio? A niche digital music format for audiophiles ...
Feb 11, 2025 · With PCM, the original analogue music waveform is described in two parts. The first is its amplitude (size). In CD this is represented by 16-bits of digital data, which gives us …
PCM Replacement Options - Chevy SS Forum
Nov 8, 2020 · PCM Replacement Options Jump to Latest 7.9K views 19 replies 11 participants last post by 2012LS3Vert Nov 12, 2020 TheMealOnWheels Discussion starter
High-resolution audio: everything you need to know | What Hi-Fi?
Jan 16, 2025 · Hi-res audio is the pinnacle for digital music fans, but what is it, how can you get it, and what kit do you need to listen to it?
Best DACs 2025: USB, desktop and portable digital-to-analogue ...
Mar 23, 2025 · It supports hi-res PCM and DSD files, too. And it can deliver up to 100mW of power (single-ended) into a 32-ohm electrical load, rising to 241mW out of the balanced …
HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC: everything you need to know - What …
Jun 10, 2025 · HDMI, which stands for 'High-Definition Multimedia Interface' (keep that in your back pocket for future pub quiz use), first appeared 20 years ago and quickly transformed how …
What is a DAC? And why do you need one anyway? - What Hi-Fi?
May 7, 2025 · DSD, or Direct Stream Digital, is an alternative to PCM and was originally conceived for Super Audio CD (SACDs) – a format championed by Sony and Philips in the late …
PMC Prodigy 1 review - What Hi-Fi?
Nov 5, 2024 · The Prodigy 1 open PMC speakers up to a wider audience, and that audience should pounce on them immediately.
How to get the best picture and sound from your PlayStation 5
Jan 31, 2025 · The PS5 family has since grown. Last year the standard console was joined by the PS5 Slim and PS5 Pro – as the names suggest, the former is more lithe, while the latter packs …
What are the best Bluetooth codecs? aptX, AAC, LDAC and more …
Nov 15, 2024 · At the top end, it can losslessly carry 24-bit/384kHz PCM files. Those higher mbps transfers will be over wi-fi and UWB, mind you – not Bluetooth, unless it comes a very long …