As a supporter of your vision for mindful and minimalist technology, I would like to suggest a couple of features that could make the Mudita Kompakt even more appealing to users who value high-quality audio.
The Suggestions:
Hi-Res Audio Playback:
Including support for lossless formats like FLAC in the built-in music player would allow users to enjoy music in its best quality.
Hi-Res Bluetooth Codec Support:
Adding LDAC/aptX/AAC, a high-quality Bluetooth codec, would let users stream music wirelessly without compromising on sound quality.
Why This Matters:
• Technical Feasibility: The processor used in Mudita Kompakt (MediaTek MT6761) and its Android-based system can support Hi-Res Audio with the right implementation.
• Meeting User Needs: Many users who appreciate minimalist devices also value high-quality audio. Supporting these features would make Mudita Kompakt stand out as a simple yet capable device for music lovers.
Additional Question:
Could you also share which Bluetooth module/generation the Mudita Kompakt will use? Knowing whether it will support Bluetooth 5.0 or higher would help clarify its potential for streaming high-quality audio.
I believe these features align with Mudita’s mission of offering thoughtful and high-quality technology. Thank you for considering this feedback, and I look forward to seeing how Mudita Kompakt evolves.
@jeremi
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback and for supporting our vision of mindful and minimalist technology. We truly appreciate your suggestions regarding Hi-Res Audio playback and Bluetooth codec support, as well as your question about the Bluetooth module.
While our focus with Mudita Kompakt is on simplicity and digital well-being, we are always listening to input from our community to explore potential enhancements. Your ideas for high-quality audio features are valuable and will be shared with our team for consideration as we continue to refine our offerings.
For the Bluetooth module, Mudita Kompakt will utilize Bluetooth 5.0, designed to support reliable and energy-efficient connectivity.
Thank you again for the feedback. I will make sure to pass it on to our team
When it comes to audio over Bluetooth, if implementing aptX™ or LDAC is not feasible due to technical or financial constraints, that’s unfortunate, but I understand the limitations. However, the AAC codec at 256 kbps–320 kbps (16-bit or 24-bit, 44.1 kHz) and the A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) are considered the modern “minimum standard” for contemporary phones. While this wouldn’t qualify as Hi-Res, it is a significantly better solution compared to the rather basic SBC and LC3. These options don’t carry substantial licensing costs but offer a noticeable improvement in audio quality.
Yes, that would also be a very important functionality. DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) would allow listening to Hi-Res music. It would be great to be able to connect such an external converter to Mudita Kompakt.
But for me the most important thing is also to design the player interface well… so that you can easily search and sort music by: album / artist / favorites / date added. It would be great if you could also upload audiobooks audio to the player, which would be in a separate place. And so that the player remembers where you finished listening. Take care of the music, and it will be beautiful and mindful!
