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FLAC is compatible and simple. SACD rips offer higher fidelity but require specific gear.
SACD is a high-resolution physical disc format using DSD technology. It can offer smoother, more analog-like sound, but requires compatible playback hardware.
FLAC is a digital file format that preserves full audio quality while compressing file size. It's widely supported and easy to use.
In the case you do have the required gear i recommend using Roon and HQPlayer or using foobar2000 and setting up the SACD Plugin for foobar2000.
Start with a solid pair of IEMs (in-ear monitors). Check this Reddit post: Top 5 IEMs.
For DACs, the JCally JM12 or JM20 are budget-friendly and reliable for IEM use.
Speaker setups are more complex and not covered here.
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