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October 13, 2026
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Feature Request: Bit-Perfect Playback & Direct Audio Output Support for Android and Desktop

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Subject: Feature Request: Bit-Perfect Playback & Direct Audio Output Support for Android and Desktop

Hi Deezer Team,

As HiFi subscribers who value audio fidelity, we really appreciate Deezer's 16-bit / 44.1 kHz FLAC lossless streaming catalog. However, the lack of "Bit-Perfect" playback options limits the true potential of our setups.

Currently, on Android devices (such as the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE), the native Android audio engine forcibly resamples 44.1 kHz FLAC streams to 48 kHz. This sample-rate conversion alters the original tone characteristics and limits the dynamic quality of the studio master.

We strongly request the following implementations:

 * Android Direct Audio / Bit-Perfect Support: Utilizing Android 14+ direct audio APIs (or integrated USB drivers) to bypass system-level 48 kHz resampling when outputting to internal or external DACs.

 * Desktop WASAPI Exclusive / ASIO Mode: Allowing the desktop application to bypass the Windows system audio mixer for bit-perfect transmission directly to our DACs.

Platforms like Qobuz and Tidal already offer these functionalities. Implementing bit-perfect audio would make Deezer an absolute top choice for audiophiles who demand untamed, studio-original sound quality.

Thank you for considering this essential feature for HiFi users!