Engadget article
Spotify rolls out 'bit-perfect' playback in Windows app
https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/music/spotify-rolls-out-bit-perfect-playback-in-windows-app-211036176.html
[Summary]
Spotify is introducing a 'bit-perfect' playback feature for Windows users, allowing them to enjoy the original sound quality of their music.
The newly announced 'Exclusive Mode' gives the app complete control over PC audio processing, enabling users to listen to music exactly as it was mastered.
Here is a help link for Exclusive Mode.
https://support.spotify.com/kr-ko/article/exclusive-mode/
Note: Spotify will have exclusive access to the audio device, and other apps will not be able to play sound through it.
How to turn on Exclusive Mode
Connect an external audio device (DAC or audio interface) to your computer.
Open Spotify and go to Settings.
Scroll to Playback.
Select the device from the dropdown menu under Audio Output.
Turn on Exclusive Mode.
A warning will appear stating that other apps cannot use this device while Exclusive Mode is active.
