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Hi-Res Audio Player for Mac

Hi-Res Audio Player is software that allows you to easily enjoy high-quality sound files

    Applicable Models
    About this download
    File Info
    System Requirements
    Download & Install
    Questions & Answers

    This information is for the following models:

    • CAS-1
    • CMT-SX7
    • MAP-S1
    • MDR-1ADAC
    • NW-A45
    • NW-A45HN
    • NW-A55HN
    • NW-WM1A
    • NW-WM1Z
    • NW-ZX300
    • PHA-1A
    • PHA-2
    • PHA-3
    • RSX-GS9
    • SRS-HG1
    • SRS-X88
    • SRS-X9
    • SRS-X99
    • SRS-ZR7
    • TA-ZH1ES
    • UDA-1
    • DMP-Z1
    • SA-Z1

    IMPORTANT: This file is only for use with the models identified. Not all models are sold in all countries.

    About this download

    Benefits and Improvements

    • Compatible with macOS 10.13, 10.14, 10.15

    Hi-Res Audio Player is software that allows you to easily enjoy high-quality sound files. The software includes the following features:

    • Easily Play high-res audio: When connected to a USB DAC device you can easily play hi-res audio, such as DSD files purchased from a music distribution site.
    • Playlist function: You can create, save, and edit a playlist so you can play your favorite tunes the way you want.
    • Play high-quality sound and more: Through the software settings you can play tunes with higher audio quality.

    File Info

    File Name

    • Hi-ResAudioPlayer_1.2.7.pkg

    File Version

    • Version 1.2.7

    File Size

    • 3.76 MB (3,950,363 bytes)

    Release Date

    • 07-02-2020

    System Requirements

    The Hi-Res Audio Player software can be used in the following system environments:

    • Operating Systems: macOS 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, 10.13, 10.14, 10.15
      NOTE： Intel CPU models, 64 bit (10.9, 10.10, 10.11,10.12, 10.13, 10.14, 10.15) are supported.
    • Screen resolution: 1,024 x 768 pixels or higher

      • NOTES：
      • One of the above operating systems should be installed by default. Upgraded operating systems and multi-boot environments are not supported.
      • We cannot guarantee operation for all computers even if they meet all system requirements. Additionally, the following systems are not supported:
        • Personally constructed computers or operating systems
        • Upgraded operating systems
        • Multi-boot environments
        • Multi-monitor environments

    Download & Install

    Step 1: Install the update

    1. Click [Download] button.
    2. The installer file will be saved into the folder you set as the destination folder in browser’s settings. As default, it will be saved into [Downloads] folder.
    3. Double-click the installer file "Hi-ResAudioPlayer_1.2.7.pkg" saved in your computer. Installer package will be unpacked.
    4. [Welcome to the Hi-Res Audio Player installer] screen is shown. Click [Continue].
    5. [Software License Agreement] screen is shown. After you confirm the text of the agreement, click [Continue].
    6. When you accept the agreement, click [Agree].
    7. [Select a Destination] screen is shown. Select a disk and click [Continue].
    8. Specify the installation type. For standard install, internal hard disk drive is selected automatically. If you want to install to another drive, click [Change install location...]. After you select the destination, click [Install].
    9. [Installing Hi-Res Audio Player] screen is shown and installation is started.
    10. When login password is required, type your password and click [Install Software].
    11. After installation is completed, [The installation was completed successfully] screen is shown. Click [Close] to exit installer.

    Step 2: Check the update was successful

    To start the Hi-Res Audio Player, click [Hi-Res Audio Player] icon in [Applications] folder.

    NOTE： If the Hi-Res Audio Player screen is not shown, click the icon in the Dock.

    Questions & Answers

    • Cannot install Hi-Res Audio Player.
      • Make sure that Hi-Res Audio Player is compatible with your operating system. Check the system requirements and install the Hi-Res Audio Player software on a computer with a compatible operating system installed.
      • Make sure that there is enough free space on the hard disk drive of your computer. If not, delete any unnecessary files from your computer.
    • Hi-Res Audio Player does not start. Or, Hi-Res Audio Player window is not displayed correctly.
      • Your computer may not be functioning normally. Start other software to check if your computer is functioning normally.
      • Your computer may not be functioning normally. Restart your computer.
      • Hi-Res Audio Player may not be installed correctly. Uninstall Hi-Res Audio Player, and then install it again.