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 straightforward …
PMC Prodigy 1 review
Oct 16, 2025 · PMC Prodigy 1 review What Hi-Fi? Awards 2025 winner. Prodigies indeed, these newcomers have what it takes to trouble the class leaders Tested at £1250 / $1699 / AU$2299
PCM Replacement Options - Chevy SS Forum
Nov 8, 2020 · PCM Replacement Options Jump to Latest 8.4K views 19 replies 11 participants last post by 2012LS3Vert Nov 12, 2020 TheMealOnWheels Discussion starter
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 more …
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 the ability to …
Porsche is bringing Dolby Atmos audio to its in-car hi-fis, but there’s ...
Apr 3, 2025 · The PCM update introduces new hardware, so the user experience should be better, with Porsche claiming it will be more responsive. You’ll also have access to a whole range of third-party …
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 way from …
Coaxial vs optical vs HDMI: which is the best audio connection to use?
May 6, 2024 · An optical connection also can’t support more than two channels of uncompressed PCM audio. Then there's the threat of damage if an optical cable is bent too tightly. What about HDMI? …
This budget desktop DAC offers as many features and ... - What Hi-Fi?
Jun 30, 2025 · The DX5 II's DAC stage is built around twin ESS Technology ES9039Q2M DAC chips, employing the latest Hyperstream IV architecture to deliver what Topping claims is "ultra-low-noise …
Esoteric K-05XD review - What Hi-Fi?
Nov 15, 2024 · Rather than use off-the-shelf DAC chips, as the previous generation of K-05 did and most of the competition still do, Esoteric has designed its own circuit that works with FPGA (Field …