How to Download Tidal HiRes FLAC Music on Mobile/Desktop

Part 1. What Is Tidal HiRes Audio

Tidal Hi-Res or Tidal HiRes, short for Tidal High-Resolution, refers to the high-quality audio streaming offered by Tidal. It offers high-quality audio streaming with FLAC files up to 24-bit, 192 kHz. This provides superior sound quality compared to standard audio formats. Many standard audio streaming services typically compress audio files to reduce file size and bandwidth usage. However, Tidal FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) Hi-Res preserves the original audio quality as intended by the artist. This allows users to stream or download music that sounds as close to the original studio recording as possible.

🔑 How Can You Enjoy Tidal Hi-Res FLAC Music

To listen to Tidal High-Resolution music, you will need a few things:

🔈 Subscription: You need to have a paid Tidal subscription to get Tidal Hi-Res streaming.

💥 Note: Tidal HiFi and HiFi Plus plans are combined as a plan called 'TIDAL'.

🔈 Compatible Devices: A device that supports Tidal Hi-Res music playback is necessary. This could be a Hi-Res audio player, a compatible smartphone or a computer.

See also: Best Tidal Players on Windows/Mac/Android/iOS

🔈 Headphones/Speakers: To fully appreciate the Hi-Res audio quality, you should use high-quality headphones or speakers that are capable of reproducing the finer details in the music.

See also: How to Play Tidal Music on Denon Receiver

🔈 Quality Settings: Make sure to adjust the audio quality settings in Tidal's 'Settings'. You should select 'Max' and then maintain a good network connection to play.

🔑 Benefits of Downloading Tidal HiRes Audio

If you download Tidal music in high-resolution, you can enjoy these benefits:

✔ Superior Sound Quality: Hi-Res audio provides a fuller, more immersive listening experience, especially when using high-end audio equipment like audiophile headphones.

✔ Offline Listening: By downloading Hi-Res tracks, you can enjoy your favorite music without worrying about data usage or internet connectivity. This is particularly useful for users in areas with limited internet access.

See also: How to Use Tidal Offline on PC/Phone

💥 Note: Tidal does not provide the 'Download' feature in its desktop app. That means you cannot download Tidal FLAC Hi-Res audio on your computer directly. But you can reach your goal using AudFree Tidal Music Converter. Please download the tool and see the detailed guide in Part 3.

See also: How to Download Songs from Tidal to Computer

Part 2. How to Download Tidal Hi-Res Audio on Mobile

After knowing the introduction about Hi-Res Tidal, please continue to learn how to find and download Tidal High-Resolution songs, playlists, or albums on iPhone and Android devices.

Step 1. Run the Tidal app on your phone and log into your account.

Step 2. Tidal Hi-Res tracks are labeled as 'Max' or 'TIDAL HiRes'. You can use the 'Search' function or browse through the Tidal app to find Hi-Res content.

Step 3. Once you have found the Hi-Res content you want to download, look for the 'Download' (⬇) icon next to the track. Hit the 'Download' icon to start downloading Tidal HiRes FLAC songs.

⚠ Note: Before downloading, you can choose the highest available quality (Max) to ensure you're downloading Hi-Res audio.

Step 4. Once the download process is complete, you can access the Hi-Res content from the 'Downloaded' section of the Tidal app. Now, you can listen to the downloaded Hi-Res audio offline without an internet connection.

Part 3. How to Download Tidal Hi-Res FLAC Audio on Desktop

The Tidal Hi-Res tracks are the same as normal resources which cannot be downloaded on computers. And the downloaded songs from your mobile app are cached files. It means you can't transfer or export them. To break these limitations, you need AudFree Tidal Music Converter to help you.

AudFree Tidal Music Converter can convert Tidal tracks in bulk at 5X speed. You can also set different output formats such as format, bitrate, sample rate, and channel for Tidal songs. It is worth mentioning that you can convert Tidal music to six common formats: FLAC, MP3, WAV, AAC, M4A, and M4B. Furthermore, the audio you download using this AudFree converter can be saved with the original sound quality. With this AudFree tool, you can save HiRes Tidal songs, playlists, or albums to your computer as local files, and you can transfer them to other devices as desired.

How to Download Tidal Hi-Res Albums/Playlists/Songs Locally

First, please download and install the practical AudFree Tidal Music Converter on your Mac or Windows. If you don't have the Tidal desktop app, you need to get it in advance.

Step 1Add Tidal Hi-Res FLAC music to AudFree Tidable

Open your downloaded AudFree Tidal Music Converter and wait for the Tidal app to automatically open. Then, drag & drop the Hi-Res album, playlists, or individual songs from Tidal to the AudFree tool. Alternatively, you can copy & paste the link of audio to AudFree's top search bar and tap the '+' icon to load them.

Step 2Change Tidal Hi-Res audio output formats

For Windows users, please go to the 'menu' button on the top-right side of AudFree. For Mac users, please click Mac's 'menu' > 'AudFree Tidal Music Converter' on the top-left. Next, select 'Preferences' > 'Convert'. Here are some formats you can set for Tidal Hi-Res songs. To download Hi-Res Tidal tracks, you are recommended to set the format as 'FLAC'. After finishing this step, hit 'OK'.

See also: How to Convert Tidal to FLAC

Step 3Convert Tidal Hi-Res albums locally

Now, you can click the 'Convert' button to start converting. Then, you can see a pop-out red dot in the 'Converted' option. Click it to find your local Tidal Hi-Res FLAC downloads. You can now sync the Tidal Hi-Res audio downloads to your frequently-used platforms.

Video GuideGet local Tidal HiRes audio downloads

See how to save Tidal Hi-Res music downloads on computers.

Part 4. FAQs about Tidal HiRes FLAC

Q1: Does Sonos Support Tidal Hi-Res Audio?

A: Sonos only supports playing Hi-Res Tidal audio at 48kHz/24-bit.

See also: How to Connect Tidal to Sonos with/without Tidal App

Q2: Does HEOS Support Tidal High-Resolution Music?

A: HEOS Speakers, HEOS Link and HEOS Amp allow to play up to 24-bit/192-kHz audio. On these devices, you can play Tidal FLAC Hi-Res songs.

Q3: Apple Music Hi-Res vs Tidal: Which Is Better?

A: Apple Music Hi-Res Lossless (up to 24-bit/192kHz) is similar to Tidal. Apple Music may have a slightly smaller selection of Hi-Res tracks but it is cheaper than Tidal. The choice depends on your personal preferences.

Q4: Is Tidal Hi-Res Better Than Spotify?

A: Yes, Tidal Hi-Res offers better sound quality than Spotify. Tidal provides lossless and high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/192 kHz, whereas Spotify's audio is compressed at a maximum of 320 kbps.

Part 5. In Conclusion

Does Tidal support Hi-Res? Certainly. After browsing this post, you can find detailed information about Tidal Hi-Res. To play and download Hi-Res FLAC music on Tidal, you should subscribe to a plan. If you want to download Tidal HiRes FLAC audio on a computer or play it on any device, you should use the AudFree Tidal Music Converter to assist you. This software can save managed Tidal High-Resolution audio on the desktop, so you can transfer the Hi-Res audio free downloads to your desired devices.