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 …
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?
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
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 …
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 · Can you believe it – the PS5 turns five this year! It seems like only yesterday that we were posting regular updates on stock shortages and where to buy it, but no, it was over …
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 …
The PS5 finally has Dolby Atmos for gaming, here's how to enable it
Jul 31, 2023 · Ever since its launch in 2020, Sony 's next-generation PlayStation has been lacking an important audio feature; that is until now. As part of a new update rolling out to members of …
Coaxial vs optical vs HDMI: which is the best audio connection to …
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.