HQPlayer Desktop 5.8.2

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Free download HQPlayer Desktop for MacOS Latest full version - Upsampling high-quality multichannel audio player.

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Free Download Signalyst HQPlayer Desktop full version standalone offline installer for macOS. It is a high-fidelity audio software offering advanced audio processing for audiophiles and music enthusiasts.

Overview of HQPlayer Desktop for macOS

It consists of two parts: the server, which is the actual HQPlayer Desktop application, and the HQPlayer Client, which is a library browser and control application. If needed, these two components can reside on a different computer. The Desktop can be used without the Client if some other control application is used, such as Roon or HQPDcontrol. It can also be used when drag-and-drop is sufficient to manage the playback queue. Also, the Desktopp can be standalone for cases where real-time inputs are used.

Features of HQPlayer Desktop for macOS

  • Software upsampling/downsampling with selectable algorithm up to 32-bit 1.536 MHz or down to 8-bit 32 kHz PCM (61 options)
  • Delta-Sigma modulators for upsampling PCM/DSD content up to 98.304 MHz 1-bit SDM (30 modulators, 68 PCM oversampling options, and 3 DSD rate converters)
  • Selectable dithering/noise shaping algorithm (10 options)
  • DAC-specific output signal correction
  • 128 DSP pipelines for routing and mixing with various algorithms (max 48 DSD source channels)
  • Selectable convolution algorithm (FIR) for equalization, such as digital room correction (2 options), for PCM/DSD content
  • Optional high-frequency expansion for the convolution engine
  • Parametric equalizers for PCM/DSD content, minimum- and linear-phase
  • RIAA equalization for vinyl sources
  • Software-based digital volume control for PCM and SDM (DSD)
  • Source content analysis to detect the need for apodizing oversampling filter
  • Source content metering and analysis displays
  • Playback of DSF/DSDIFF files through any supported audio interface (PCM conversion and DSD rate conversion)
  • Selectable algorithm and noise filters for DSF/DSDIFF PCM playback (14 / 12 options)
  • Native/direct playback of DSF/DSDIFF files (ASIO DSD, DoP v1.1 with both 0x05/0xFA and 0x06/0xF9 markers)
  • Playback of stereo, 2.1, 3.0, quadrophonic, 3.1, 5.0, 5.1, and 7.1 channel material
  • Speaker configuration for multichannel playback (delay and level) for PCM and SDM (DSD)
  • Matrix processing for routing, filtering, and mixing channels with gain for PCM/DSD content
  • Bypasses operating system software mixer and sample rate conversion
  • Support for professional ASIO drivers
  • Network endpoint support with Signalyst Asynchronous Network Audio Adapters
  • Support for ID3v2 tags on AIFF, DSF, WAV, and MP3 files (versions 2.2, 2.3, and 2.4)
  • Smooth level limiter for clipped material
  • “Dual wire” channel bonding support to reach 2x rates, PCM, and DoP (DSD)
  • 64/80/128-bit and arbitrary precision floating point processing
  • Support for 128 channels (max 48 DSD source channels
  • Full support for multi-core processors
  • Lightweight GUI to lower graphics noise
  • Touch-aware remote control client
  • DSP offload to GPU using NVIDIA CUDA
  • Headphone cross-feed processing
  • Adaptive loudness control
  • Library analysis for actual peak and RMS levels, loudness, and need for an apodizing filter
  • Support for ReplayGain 2.0 metadata

Technical Details and System Requirements

  • macOS 12.0 or later
  • On Intel silicon hardware, support for AVX2 instruction set
  • Minimum full-HD resolution (1080p)

FAQs

Q: Can I use it with any DAC on macOS?
A: It is compatible with most DACs that support USB or other digital audio interfaces. For the best experience, pair it with a high-end DAC.

Q: Does IT support streaming services?
A: It supports integration with compatible streaming services, depending on the specific service’s software or hardware requirements.

Q: Can HQPlayer improve the audio quality of standard MP3s?
A: Yes, It applies advanced processing even to standard audio files, enhancing playback quality through its noise shaping, upsampling, and dithering algorithms.

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