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HDMI and related video specifications for the SPA25 Prisma and SP25 Prisma

Primare’s home cinema line, featuring the SPA25 Prisma multi-channel integrated amplifier and SP25 Prisma multi-channel preamplifier processor, is crafted with precision to deliver an exceptional home cinema experience for both cinephiles and audiophiles. Every design choice reflects a balance between cutting-edge technology and real-world usability. Thoughtful Video Design Choices The SPA25 Prisma and SP25 Prisma…

Recommendations for Storing and Playing Back Digital Media

In the short guide linked below we describe how to optimally RIP your CD collection, how important the music server software is, and how to choose the right NAS for you. If you follow steps below, browsing your collection should be a great experience. Good luck!   Primare Stored Digital Media Recommendations 02042022.pdf

TIDAL Dolby Atmos and Sony 360 playback with Prisma models

“When a device and/or connected playback system is not Dolby Atmos enabled, TIDAL will recognize this, and the stereo version of the track will be played. The listener will be notified with an in-app notification.” https://support.tidal.com/hc/en-us/articles/360004255778-Dolby-Atmos-Music   As Prisma is stereo or two channel PCM only, and not Dolby Atmos enabled or Sony 360 Degree…

Gapless and Crossfade Playback

There seems to be some confusion regarding the meaning of gapless and crossfade playback.  Gapless or seamless playback is the uninterrupted playback of consecutive audio tracks, such that relative time distances in the original audio source are preserved over track boundaries on playback. This means that tracks will flow into the next song without pause. Gapless is available only when…

Plays with Audirvana

Plays with Audirvana certification signifies that they have been fully tested by Audirvana for the complete use of that sophisticated music management platform, and with Audirvana’s assistance, we have fixed some bugs and aligned certain specific functions to ensure the best possible experience.

TIDAL hi-res tracks cannot be played at full resolution when casting with Google or Chromecast

TIDAL made this statement after moving to FLAC playback: “Now all HiFi Plus subscribers can stream in HiRes FLAC on your Chromecast-supported devices via Google Cast within the TIDAL App. Please note, any file that is greater than 24-bit/48kHz will be streamed as 16-bit/44.1kHz if connected through Chromecast.” So, as a result, the only way…