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 · Standard DSD recordings are still relatively rare compared with the PCM alternatives, and those higher-speed versions are extremely niche. DSD fans claim the format …
PMC Prodigy 1 review - What Hi-Fi?
Oct 16, 2025 · The Prodigy 1 open PMC speakers up to a wider audience, and that audience should pounce on them immediately.
Best active speakers 2025: our experts pick the top pairs with ...
Aug 6, 2025 · Optical and HDMI ARC can both carry stereo PCM (uncompressed) and Dolby/DTS 5.1 (compressed), though HDMI e ARC has greater bandwidth and can therefore transmit the …
What is a DAC? And why do you need one anyway?
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 …
Best budget soundbars 2025: cheap 'bars, tested by our experts
Aug 28, 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 …
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 …
Remote tuning | Chevy SS Forum
Feb 2, 2025 · I bought an e38 ecm from frost aka pcm of nc for my lovely 13 scion frs ls swap. Start up tune, all details provided as part of a remote tune service per the website. Well, the fra …
Porsche is bringing Dolby Atmos audio to its in-car hi-fis, but …
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 …
Audiolab's two new DACs aim to follow in the footsteps of the …
May 2, 2025 · Audiolab also uses its own clock and power supply circuitry, alongside a Class A post-DAC active filter. In terms of hi-res audio, the D7 can handle PCM files up to 32 …