Where does "MidFi" differ from "HiFi" or "LOFI"?


Given the vast range of product and costs thereof in this industry, I'm curious where the "break points" are between levels of fidelity?   Equipment can range from $100's to $100,000s+, so where is "MIDFI" vs. "HIFI"?

The ear hears from a range of 20-20,000HZ, but mid-range is certainly not at the 10,000HZ level. 

just curious what you all think.

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@johnweiss 

Hi-Fi: High fidelity. Close to the original recording. A neutral or linear presenation that is free from (most) colorations. Nearly a mirror image of the music, but not exactly. You can hear fine details with ease and pick them apart easily.

Mid-Fi: Mid-fidelity: Like Hi-Fi but with more pronouced colorations such as treble sparkle, midrange forwardness, and low-bass rumble etc. Rather tasteful colorations that can be easier on the ears; while still providing adequate detail retrieval.

Low-Fi: Low fidelity: An abundance of colorations that detract from the efforts of live sound or well recorded music. Detail retrieval is not found here. Overall, a poor replication of the original that cannot compete with the above at all.