Is Tidal actually lossless?

Tidal claims to offer lossless audio streaming, but there is some debate about whether this is actually the case. Tidal’s HiFi tier streams music in CD quality (16-bit/44.1kHz) using the FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) format. FLAC is a lossless audio compression format that preserves all of the original audio information. However, Tidal’s HiFi Plus

Tidal, often celebrated as a premium music streaming service, has gained prominence for its commitment to audio quality. One of its defining features is the promise of lossless audio streaming, which caters to audiophiles and music enthusiasts who prioritize pristine sound. In this article, we will scrutinize Tidal’s claims of being a lossless platform and