Do You Need a DAC for Hi-Res Audio?

As high-resolution audio becomes more popular—24-bit, 96 kHz, 192 kHz FLAC, and more—many listeners wonder whether they need a DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) to truly hear the difference. You may already have a DAC inside your phone, laptop, or audio interface… so does a dedicated DAC really matter? Here’s the real answer. 🎧 The Short Answer