Hi-Res Audio Vs Lossless Audio

Which one is a scam?

Photo taken by the author. Cosair Virtuoso XT headset pictured. It’s one of many that promises hi-res audio support.

I’ll get right to the point: Hi-res audio is a ludicrous marketing trick used to con people out of their money, and lossless audio is good/fine/great/etc.

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