HDX and Hi Res downloads

Posted by: Amer on 03 February 2018

Hi, I'm considering an HDX but wanted to know if it's possible to download and store Hi Res music on it without having to use a computer. Can anybody enlighten me please? Thanks. Best wishes Amer

Posted on: 03 February 2018 by ChrisSU

It will play hi-res up to 24/192, but not DSD. You do need a computer to download the files, though, then save them to a downloads folder on the HDX.

Posted on: 04 February 2018 by Klout10

In addition to that: only the 2TB versions have that ‘download’ folder. So best avoid the older alternatives out there ...

Posted on: 04 February 2018 by Harry

You don't need a computer. If your HDX sits on a network, which I presume it does, you can have a NAS anywhere on your network on which you can store files.

Admittedly, this might look comparatively inelegant compared to storing everything on the HDX. Until your HDX fails.

Posted on: 04 February 2018 by Claus-Thoegersen

Unless prices for the hdx has dropped significantly I would be worried about buying a product where software is not being developped.I have many positives to say about the old server platform, but I would not pay the price that was asked when it was launched 10 years ago.

the only way you can avoid a computer in the mix and play highres is if you are subscribed to a service like qobuz. With all downloads you will need a computer, and also at least some times you will have to edit meta data.

Posted on: 04 February 2018 by Adam Zielinski

Best would be to look for an SSD version.

Computer will be needed anyway, to manage music downloads.

Posted on: 04 February 2018 by Harry

Yeah. Good point now you mention it.