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Becky Scarrott

How to enjoy Tidal hi-res FLAC and MQA music: headphones, DACs, players, more

Tidal logo on a smartphone screen
Tools & requirements

- device (Android or iOS smartphone, laptop, tablet) 

- good portable DAC

- wired headphones 

- Tidal HiFi Plus membership

- Hi-res audio player (optional) 

There's no point springing for one of the best music streaming services and paying a premium for its hi-res audio output if your kit isn't up to handling and playing it. Don't fret though; that's why this guide exists. 

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