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high fidelity
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high fidelity
a. the reproduction of sound using electronic equipment that gives faithful reproduction with little or no distortion
b. (as modifier): a high-fidelity amplifier

high fidelity [¦hī fi′del·əd·ē]
(engineering acoustics)
Audio reproduction that closely approximates the sound of the original performance. Also known as hi-fi.


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To paraphrase that definition as it applies to hi fidelity, "Hi fidelity is an art based on science using sensible recommendations by knowledgeable experts to select the most cost-effective components properly integrated in a listening environment that is conducive to the accurate reproduction of recorded music for optimal listening pleasure.
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Building on its experience of interaction with PCs, in 2005 Saitek launched a range of simple, innovative and practical, Hi Fidelity audio products.
 
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