[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Audio

dac quality

How well a digital-to-analog converter turns digital audio into sound.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

DAC quality describes how faithfully a digital-to-analog converter turns digital files into analog sound, affecting noise, distortion, and detail. Better DACs suit high-impedance headphones.

See amplifier.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is dac quality?

How well a digital-to-analog converter turns digital audio into sound.

What terms are related to dac quality?

Related Audio terms include surround sound, headphone output.

Related Technical Terms

surround sound
Multi-channel audio that places sound around the listener. Audio
headphone output
The jack or circuit that drives wired headphones from a device. Audio
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