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: equipment for reproduction of sound with high fidelity

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Quad says it’s been overwhelmed by demand for its new products which captured the imagination of music lovers and hi-fi fans around the world, making Quad’s reborn classic pre/power amp a best seller once again. Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025 Haier Smart Home has announced a global partnership with KEF, that will see the British hi-fi specialist tweak the sound on a bunch of its 2025 TV models. Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025 Qobuz Connect enables users to stream music directly using Qobuz to control their compatible hi-fi devices without the need for third-party applications. Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025 Fell Audio is a disruptive British hi-fi brand that has been shaking up the market with affordable audio separates made in the UK. Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025 Of all the high-end amplifier designers during the last half-century of hi-fi, Dan D’Agostino is one of the most influential and admired. Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025 Pro-Ject View 4 Images Music lovers keen to join the vinyl revolution will need to invest in hi-fi gear, such as a turntable. Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2025 The new model is basically a full-feature hi-fi system that fits in your pocket, thanks to its HEXA audio circuit and op-amp. Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025 Klipsch is a speaker maker who has built an enviable reputation for producing some genuine milestones in the world of hi-fi. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1948, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of hi-fi was in 1948

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“Hi-fi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hi-fi. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.

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hi-fi

noun
ˈhī-ˈfī
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: equipment for reproduction of sound with high fidelity

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