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I am not trying to convert anyone into becoming a MQA acolyte. It is understandble that individuals would like as close to apples to apples A/B comparisons of MQA versus other versions of the same releases. Those comparisons can and have been done yet some individuals challenge the provenance of any files included. I have made the following comparisons in my set-up. Tidal MQA version versus the actual CD. Tidal MQA version versus a CD version that has been stored in Sooloos format. Tidal MQA version versus a CD version stored on a server I use for Roon content. Tidal MQA version versus Hi-Rez version stored on both Sooloos and Roon servers. Purchased MQA version versus Hi-Rez version stored on both Sooloos and Roon servers. Results: -I have never heard the streamed or purchased Tidal MQA version sound worse than the CD, Sooloos, or Roon content. -There are some where the MQA and other 16/44 are too similar to worry about. -I only have a handful of purchased MQA titles but they compete in the same sandbox as the hi-rez versions I own. Some are better, some the same and some not as good. Thoughts -I am looking forward to the promised content from Universal and hopefully Sony, even if it is just comes from streaming. -Just like my other content there are titles I wish to own. I would like a lot more MQA offerings available for purchase. -I am considering options for a new DAC. I will only consider those that are MQA capable. -I wouldn't suggest anyone else go and swap out their current DAC for a MQA capable unit unless more content (new releases and old stuff) is released. If you "need" a new DAC that is a different story. -If streaming(at least CD quality) isn't something you are considering, don't worry about MQA. |
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Subscribing to Tidal to take advantage of their streaming offerings is on my to-do list, and MQA makes it more appealing. I think it's a great bonus for Tidal subscribers. I'm just late to getting on the Tidal train! I especially appreciate you sharing your comparison with MQA vs your hi-rez files.
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I have Tidal and a Lumin d1 that supports full MQA. So far, I find it very pleasant sounding. To me, the full MQA has more meat on the music and again, very pleasant.
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