...[[lossless]] audio [[codec]] with optional [[Hybrid codec|hybrid lossless/lossy]] encoding. It comes with a freeware (closed-source) command-line encoder/
...Audio]] “Extra High”, possibly at Monkey's “Insane” speed, and the highest compression settings might take 10x heavier CPU load, but generally achieving smaller f
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This page describes how to securely rip audio cds to the lossy compression format ''[[Opus]]'' on GNU/Linux operating systems.
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...bly argue that the point of using a compression algorithm, especially in a lossy codec like MP3, is to conserve as many bits as possible while maintaining a
...so VBR is often more desirable for applications that need a great deal of compression.
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...ng or after the creation of the files, the audio data is compressed with a lossy codec like MP3.
There are two main reasons why gaps occur during playback: compression scheme artifacts and poorly designed playback systems.
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...tracks with cue sheet when decoding. Can convert between many lossless and lossy formats. Plugin oriented design, for easy exchange for new encoders.
==Lossy Audio Encoders/Decoders ==
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* LPAC → [[Lossless Predictive Audio Compression]]
* [[Lossless Predictive Audio Compression]]
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...t suited for each person's needs. Some people take into consideration only compression performance when choosing a codec, but as the following table and article s
...favour [[WavPack]] or [[FLAC]]. Another user, looking for the very highest compression available, would go with [[OptimFROG]]. Someone wanting portable support wo
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...vPack]], and [[Monkey's Audio]]. However, other formats may provide better compression.
We strongly advise you to '''not use [[lossy]] encoding'''. With lossy encoding, you will not end up with a bit-by-bit identical archive.
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...ched in 2004, both storage and computing power were more expensive, and so compression ratios and CPU load were more of an issue than today. By 2024, one might n
...rformance issues are likely a secondary concern if any at all. Due to the compression method, ALAC is unlikely to be as CPU-efficient at decoding as a properly i
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...ide stereo does very little or no damage to the stereo image and increases compression efficiency either by reducing size or increasing overall quality. Mid-side
Intensity stereo is by definition a [[lossy]] coding method thus it is primarily useful at low bitrates. For coding at
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...information about compression options in newer versions of EAC, see [[EAC Compression Options]].|color=green}}
In [[Exact Audio Copy]]’s '''compression options''' dialog (keyboard shortcut: {{key press|F11}}) are found all opti
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TAK has gained recognition for its performance figures, achieving compression like [[Monkey's Audio]] “High” at same encoding time, and ditto for the eve
There is no hybrid/lossy mode, however it is possible to use TAK with [[lossyWAV]]. This is arguably
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| purpose = Popular open source patent free lossless compression scheme.
'''Free Lossless Audio Codec''' ('''FLAC''') is a codec for lossless audio compression.
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...ears is by organizing and participating in public blind listening tests of lossy codecs and presenting statistical analyses of the results. These results sh
...|Lossless encoder comparisons]] instead consider technical aspects such as compression ratio and encode/decode speed.
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== Technologies used for compression ==
[[Category:Lossy]]
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...is, ''one single setting'' with no encoding options for heavier / lighter compression / CPU load. These properties have seen some appeal in certain applications
...y has been considered on the ''fast encoder'' side rather than the ''heavy compression'' ([[Monkey's Audio]]/[[OptimFROG]]) side. In the most recent edition of t
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...s the bitrate of the encoded file significantly compared to unpreprocessed compression.
...ilename extension, .lossy.wav, to make them instantly identifiable. e.g. ".lossy.flac" would indicate an audio file which was processed using lossyWAV, and
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| type = lossy
| purpose = General audio compression at bitrates ~64–400 kbps
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| caption = Hybrid Lossless Audio Compression
...udio [[codec]], also offering optionally a [[hybrid codec| hybrid lossless/lossy]] mode. It is distributed as a free open-source encoder/decoder with a lib
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...een is just meant to give you some general information about the different compression options available. Just go on by clicking ''Next''.
...hoice depends on many factors (e.g. if you want to use a [[lossless]] or [[lossy]] format), so no recommendation can be given here. Just note the different
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