lo-fi

/ ˈləʊˈfaɪ /

adjective

1. informal.
   (of sound reproduction) of or giving an impression of poor quality

Word History and Origins

Origin of lo-fi¹

C20: modelled on hi-fi

Example Sentences

Many, including me, described it as lo-fi, and definitely lower budget, like that nice dive down the street that says it offers food but actually features a nearby joint's takeout menu and a barback willing to pick up your order.

From Salon

Media commentator Max Tani of Semafor described the broadcast as “weirdly lo-fi,” questioning the who’s-who of “ex-cable news regulars whose contracts didn't get renewed.”

From Salon

Soon, online articles were embedding the fan film in their coverage of the Warner Bros. announcement, leading younger fans to it for the first time while older ones relived its lo-fi magic.

From New York Times

Directed by and starring Morgan Spurlock, the bootstrapped, lo-fi documentary was a smash hit, grossing more than $22 million on a $65,000 budget.

From New York Times

After I’m done, I usually turn on some lo-fi or meditation music, and I take 20 to 30 minutes to meditate and just be thankful.

From Los Angeles Times