Beginning around 2000, some music no longer sounded as clear or rich as it once did. The problem wasn’t the artists; rather, it was the MP3, a technology designed to maximize portability. MP3s employ audio-data compression to reduce file bandwidth, which lets you carry thousands of songs in your phone but limits the music’s dynamic range. That’s why some audiophiles began returning to LPs, which better replicate a song’s sonic footprint. Last … [Read more...]
The Recording Academy Producers & Engineers Wing Showcased
As part of its ongoing initiatives to promote sound quality and High-Resolution Audio, The Recording Academy Producers & Engineers Wing hosted two successful events in New York during CE Week, the Consumer Electronic industry's official mid-year meeting, conference and new technology showcase. On June 24, the P&E Wing hosted a High-Resolution Audio Listening Event in partnership with DEG: The Digital Entertainment Group and the … [Read more...]