1) A kind of sound-reproducing system whose realism of reproduction is judged to be better than average. Stereo reproduction can be high-fidelity or otherwise. 2) The pursuit of perfection in sound reproduction, as a hobby or a religion.
Sound reproduction equipment that reproduces sound as near to the original sound as possible also see: AKA: Antonym: Source: http://www.twysted-pair.com/dictionary.htm
An amplifying system that faithfully reproduces virtually a full audio-frequency spectrum with negligible distortion (approximately 20 cps to 20,000 cps).
the reproduction of sound with little or no distortion
Many years ago, the term suggested an audio component designed to meet the highest performance standards. Now it applies to anything that can make sound. Still, the words retain their original dictionary meanings, and they describe the underlying, if unstated, objective of all serious practitioners of the audio arts and science.
(Hi Fi)Sound reproduction equipment that reproduces sound as near to the original sound as possible
Hi fi, accurate, and faithful reproduction of the original. Absence of distortion or enhancements.
High fidelity or hi-fi reproduction is a term used by home stereo listeners and home audio enthusiasts (audiophiles) to refer to to high-quality reproduction of sound or images that is very faithful to the original master recording. High fidelity equipment has minimal or unnoticeable amounts of noise and distortion and an accurate frequency response as set out in 1973 by the German Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN) standard DIN 45500. The term was most widely used in this strict sense in the 1950s and 1960s; in subsequent decades, the term was applied more loosely to any mid-level stereo system.
High Fidelity is a British novel by Nick Hornby, first published (ISBN 0-575-05748-3) in 1995. It was made into a film in 2000 directed by Stephen Frears and starring John Cusack, and served as the basis for a 2006 Broadway musical of the same name.
High Fidelity is a 2000 film directed by Stephen Frears, starring John Cusack, Iben Hjejle, Jack Black, Todd Louiso, Tim Robbins, Lisa Bonet, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Joan Cusack, Joelle Carter, and Lili Taylor. It is based on the 1995 English novel of the same name by Nick Hornby.
High Fidelity magazine was published from April 1951 until July 1989 to support the high fidelity music hobby. Its editorial offices were located in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. In 1989 the magazine was sold and the staff was merged into what was then Stereo Review magazine.
