This is normal. The HD3's USB interface can only accept a 16-bit format; however, the HD3's DAC will automatically pad the bit depth to 24-bit internally during playback, for lower noise and better dynamic range.
Articles in this section
- How much latency do Audioengine Bluetooth products have?
- Why is the Bluetooth LED orange instead of white?
- Does HD3 come with speaker grills?
- Can I take my Audioengine HD3 speakers to another country with a different voltage?
- How do I make my existing Audioengine Subwoofer 'wireless'?
- Can I place my Audioengine speakers on their side?
- Do my speakers support a remote?
- Do my speakers support a remote?
- Why do I hear my phone's notifications over Bluetooth?
- I'm using a turntable with my Audioengine speakers, and it gets noisy when I turn the volume up. What gives?