All articles tagged with #lossless audio
To get the best CarPlay sound, use a wired USB connection to enable lossless audio (LPCM on wired CarPlay), download lossless tracks for Apple Music and Spotify (FLAC/24‑bit when available), adjust in‑app EQ and disable normalization like Sound Check, and re‑pair CarPlay if bugs crop up; but remember the car’s speakers and acoustics ultimately cap quality, so test changes one at a time.
A Reddit tester claims Walmart’s Onn 4K Stick (a budget Google TV device) can pass through lossless audio—Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD/X, and DTS:X—to a Denon AVR via eARC when used with Kodi. The box isn’t officially listing these formats and Dolby Vision isn’t supported (HDR10 fallback). The device reportedly costs around $19.88, and its Realtek processor may enable this capability, unlike other Onn models; however, other apps may not passthrough these formats consistently, and future Onn 4K Pro models may not include the same lossless audio support.
The article reviews 12 iPhone/iPad/macOS apps that enable true hi-res, lossless playback on Apple devices—from Apple Music’s built-in lossless ALAC to Tidal, Qobuz, and Amazon Music, plus audiophile players like Audirvana Remote, Roon Remote, VOX, Neutron Music Player, Onkyo HF Player, FiiO Music, NePLAYER, and Flacbox. It highlights support for formats such as FLAC and DSD, 24-bit/192kHz, DAC passthrough to external gear, cloud options, and feature-rich interfaces, all aimed at unlocking higher-fidelity listening on Apple hardware.
Spotify has raised US prices for its Premium plans (Individual $12.99/mo, Student $6.99, Duo $18.99, Family $21.99), with changes applying immediately to new subscribers and at the next billing cycle for existing ones. The move follows the rollout of Lossless streaming and positions Spotify as more expensive than Apple Music, Tidal, and YouTube Music, prompting readers to consider switching to alternatives that offer higher-quality audio or different value propositions.
4K Blu-ray discs generally offer superior picture and sound quality compared to streaming due to higher bitrates, less compression, and lossless audio, but streaming provides greater convenience and cost-effectiveness, with ongoing technological improvements potentially narrowing the quality gap.
Spotify has introduced five new features including ChatGPT integration for personalized recommendations, track exclusion from Taste Profile, lossless audio streaming, in-app messaging for sharing, and playlist transition customization, enhancing user control and experience.
Spotify Lossless has been available for a week, offering improved sound quality with more detail and dynamic range, and the ability to download tracks for offline listening. However, it has lower maximum quality compared to competitors like Tidal and Qobuz, and increases data usage. Overall, it's a valuable upgrade for existing subscribers but may not satisfy audiophiles seeking the highest resolution available.
This article highlights essential and lesser-known features to maximize your headphone experience, including lossless playback, reverse charging, shortcut access, spatial audio, multipoint pairing, sidetone, and head gesture controls, with tips on how to enable and use them effectively.
Spotify Lossless offers a subtle improvement in audio quality primarily noticeable with wired headphones and high-quality speakers, but the benefits are minimal for most casual listeners, especially on Bluetooth devices, and the higher resolution options are often not worth the extra hassle or cost.
Spotify Lossless is gradually rolling out to Premium users in over 50 countries, offering CD-quality sound up to 24-bit/44.1 kHz FLAC, which is better than CD but slightly below competitors like Apple Music and Tidal. It works with Spotify Connect devices but requires manual activation in settings, and streaming in lossless consumes about 1GB per hour, with limited support for Bluetooth devices due to bandwidth constraints.
Spotify has launched a lossless high-quality audio service for premium users, offering tracks up to 24-bit and 44.1 kHz FLAC, initially in the US and expanding to over 50 countries. Despite this upgrade, the platform faces criticism from artists over its business practices and artist monetization issues.
Spotify has introduced lossless audio streaming for its Premium users, offering tracks in up to 24-bit and 44.1 kHz FLAC, enhancing audio quality amid competition from services like Tidal, Amazon Music HD, and Apple Music. The move comes as some artists have pulled their music from Spotify due to disagreements over company investments and values.
Spotify has finally launched lossless 24-bit audio streaming for Premium users in select regions at no extra cost, using FLAC format and requiring wired headphones or Spotify Connect for the best experience, marking a long-awaited upgrade since its 2021 announcement.
Spotify has finally launched lossless audio for its Premium subscribers after over four years of anticipation, offering an improved listening experience without additional cost, initially rolling out to select countries and planning a global expansion.
Spotify has finally launched its long-awaited lossless audio feature for premium subscribers in 50 markets worldwide, offering CD-quality streaming at no extra cost, after years of anticipation and delays.