24: What is an MP3? (And Tales of Other Audio Formats)

If you enjoy our podcast, please leave a quick rating. It only takes a minute and it means the world to us. We've all heard of and used MP3s. But what ARE they and why have them become so ubiquitous? And, if they're so great, why don't we use them in ALL of our studio applications? In this episode you will learn:The difference between compressed and lossless audio formatsWhy MP3s are so popular in the age of streamingWhy we may need to be a little careful about using them in the studioHow MP3s are madeWhat other lossless and lossy audio formats are commonWhat it sounds like when sample rate and bit depth are reduced too far (and why you can sometimes use this to your advantage)How to decide on audio format when preparing to release musicLinksVadim's free DIY Recording eBookDIY Recording Facebook CommunityVadim's Studio SiteBenjamin's Studio SiteLeave a rating. Be a friend