Hi-Res Audio Player
Hi-Res Audio Player is a Sony music playback application designed for audiophiles and users who want to enjoy high-resolution audio files on their Mac. It specializes in playing lossless and hi-res audio formats (such as FLAC, DSD, and other high-bitrate codecs) with minimalist playback controls and a focus on sound quality. The app is primarily used by users with high-end audio equipment who want to experience studio-quality sound reproduction on their computer. It appeals to serious music listeners who have invested in quality DACs (digital-to-analog converters) and prefer lossless audio over compressed formats.
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1 suggestionUnfortunately, no native Apple Silicon or Universal Binary version of Hi-Res Audio Player has been released by Sony. The app appears to be no longer actively maintained, with version 1.2.7 being several years old and no recent updates from Sony. Given the lack of developer support and the uncertainty around future native compatibility, we recommend considering **Audirvana** or **Roon** as alternatives. Audirvana is a dedicated hi-res audio player for Mac with native Apple Silicon support, offering excellent playback of lossless and hi-res formats with a clean interface. Roon provides a more comprehensive music management and playback ecosystem with native Apple Silicon compatibility and is favored by serious audiophiles. Both are actively maintained and represent the modern standard for hi-res audio playback on Mac.
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