The MQA debate is finally over

There used to be intense debate over the superiority of MQA vs flac and MQA vs non-MQA dacs.

I have listened to both formats through both dacs (Esoteric vs Meridian Ultradac) and to my ears in my system, flac via a non-MQA dac rules.

RIP, MQA.

jon202004-18-2023 12:45pm

jon2020 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 985 posts 04-19-2023 at 07:22pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete You are describing my exact experiences with quad DSD vs PCM (24/96 and greater). +1
kota1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion 2,706 posts 04-19-2023 at 07:35pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete For those of you who like DSD (as I do) Sony has both streamers and DAC’s that include their proprietary DSD remastering engine. I think it works great, really adds that DSD smoothness to whatever you are listening to. According to Sony: DSD Remastering Engine PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) audio is resampled into an 11.2MHz DSD (Direct Stream Digital) ultra-high-frequency 1-bit audio stream. The single-bit stream delivered to the DAC has a character far closer to that of analogue, giving you even more ways to enjoy your music. Their new Walkman has both features (MQA and DSD Remastering): https://www.sony.com/en-cd/electronics/walkman/nw-wm1am2/specifications
jon2020 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 985 posts 04-19-2023 at 08:25pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete adds that DSD smoothness to whatever you are listening to. Not something everyone would like for every recording but personal preferences are well respected.