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 …
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 …
What is a DAC? And why do you need one anyway?
May 7, 2025 · It’s a much more niche format, differing from PCM by offering a bit depth of just one, but much higher sampling rates – commonly DSD64 at 2.8MHz and DSD128 at 5.6MHz. The arguments …
Porsche is bringing Dolby Atmos audio to its in-car hi-fis, but there’s ...
Apr 3, 2025 · The German automotive giant is completely revising its PCM system (Porsche Communication Management) as part of its model year change. And, as part of the update, it’s …
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 …
Best budget soundbars 2025: cheap 'bars, tested by our experts
Nov 10, 2025 · In PCM, you will hear the audio only in stereo, but sending bitstream means your soundbar will be able to receive those lovely Dolby formats, including Atmos. What are the best …
MQA's latest audio technology aims to reduce timing ... - What Hi-Fi?
Dec 6, 2024 · MQA Labs and Lenbrook have further divulged what Qrono is and how it will be implemented moving forward, announcing two technologies within the line. 'Qrono dsd' promises to …
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 · But even if i gave up on the livernois stuff, my understanding is the pcm is now locked with their equipment. So my hptuners supposedly cant touch it. So, my question is this: what are my …
High-resolution audio: everything you need to know | What Hi-Fi?
Oct 17, 2025 · The vast majority these days support PCM files up to 192kHz or 384kHz, as well as DSD and often MQA, and have built-in access to streaming services for a best-of-both-worlds solution. …