What Is the Best kHz for High-Quality Audio? The Audiophile Guide

When it comes to digital audio, few topics spark more confusion—and debate—than sample rate, often expressed in kilohertz (kHz). Whether you’re streaming music, using a high-end DAC, or diving into hi-res audio formats, you’ve probably seen numbers like 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz, and 192 kHz. But what do these numbers really mean? And