Spotify Hi-Fi Ups Streaming Quality Ante, But Is It Worth It?
Spotify is looking to compete with Amazon, TIDAL and Qobuz with its new Spotify Hi-Fi lossless stream service option.
Feb 23, 2021
TIDAL adds MQA Encoded Tracks to Bolster Masters Catalog
TIDAL, has added millions of tracks in MQA from Warner Music Group to its Masters catalog. TIDAL, in partnership with MQA (Master Quality Authenticated), provides guaranteed delivery of the original sound recording with TIDAL Masters. The service say
Nov 12, 2020
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WOWOW Broadcasts Concert with HD Video and MQA Audio
WOWOW, a Japanese premium pay TV broadcaster, recently live streamed a musical performance in real time using MQA audio with HD video. Virtuoso marimba player, Makoto Nakura, performed a selection of Bach repertoire in Tokyo’s stunning Hakuju Hall.
Oct 13, 2020
Hands On: $300 AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt Upgrades Mobile Audio
The Cobalt is a small USB-based DAC that connects to iOS and Android based devices to noticeably improve the sound quality of these devices.
Jan 30, 2020
It’s Time to Develop a New Generation of Audio Consumers
As the consumer market continues to skew towards younger consumers it has become important for audio manufacturers to develop products and solutions that appeal to new generations.
Nov 08, 2019
$299 AudioQuest Dragonfly Cobalt Enhances the Sound of Smart Devices and Other Gear
The reasonably priced AudioQuest Dragonfly Cobalt can be used with Apple and Android devices, as well as computers to improve the quality of digital audio through its MQA compatibility.