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Can a dedicated DAC and wired headphones still beat your smartphone for critical podcast listening?
With smartphone audio hardware plateauing and high-res streaming becoming mainstream, the gap between dedicated DACs and phone outputs is under fresh scrutiny. Cast your vote on whether wired setups still matter for critical listening.
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