[JeffL]

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Originally Posted by NeoPoe MP3 is more of a mimicing format than corrective so it makes sense that an imperfect source will lead to an imperfect copy. Sorry... I just trolled and feel so dirty.

Considering there is no such thing as a corrective codec, this isn't surprising

 

[DLP]

I suggest using alt preset insane as a tester, and compare to the preset standard. That'll let you know if it's the bitrate or the original copy.

 

[wanderman]

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Originally Posted by DLP I suggest using alt preset insane as a tester, and compare to the preset standard. That'll let you know if it's the bitrate or the original copy.

wouldn't 320 cbr q0 mp3 be better?

 

[thrawn86]

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Originally Posted by wanderman wouldn't 320 cbr q0 mp3 be better?

there is little difference between aps and apx/api on a decent setup. only those among us with the most refined of tastes insist on using lossless or original cds only.

 

[wanderman]

hey...ya never know...I would Use Flac if it was smaller and I could here the difference. I am planning to rip all my 200 cds to flac and just go to some discount store and sell them all. Then I will have a true archive and not have take up an physical space.

 

[NeoPoe]

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Originally Posted by JeffL Considering there is no such thing as a corrective codec, this isn't surprising

I assumed that some groups or companies have started to implement corrective measures in their music formats. And from what I read on FLAC and a few others, it seemed that more measures were taken to preserve the source or correct any errors.

But I'm not familiar with audio codecs like that -- I was just trying to shed some light on what I knew about MP3 ^_^

 

[easypeasy]

What about the XRCD2 format? Does this provide any better source for CD ripping? How do I identity such a CD when shopping?

 

[Mr.Radar]

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Originally Posted by easypeasy What about the XRCD2 format? Does this provide any better source for CD ripping? How do I identity such a CD when shopping?

XRCDs are regular CDs that are produced with ultra-high-end mastering equipment (you probably can't get much better). If a CD you're buying is an XRCD then it'll probably advertise it very well. Also, XRCDs can be pretty expensive compared to standard CDs.

 

[patman657]

I have several XRCDs. They are expensive but worth it. However, JVC now leases its K2 Laser/Mastering System out to other labels (for instance, there are a whole bunch of K2 albums on the Riverside label) and these only cost the price of a regular CD. They even sell them at Best Buy now. And yes, when you rip from these you will produce some excellent MP3s.