Audio Codecs

Audio codecs

Audio codecs are software or hardware components that compress and decompress digital audio signals. They are used to reduce the size of audio files without significantly degrading the quality of the sound. Here are some of the most commonly used audio codecs:

MP3: MP3 is perhaps the most well-known audio codec. It is a lossy compression format that can reduce the size of audio files by up to 90%. MP3 files are compatible with most devices and can be streamed over the internet.

AAC: Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) is a more advanced audio codec than MP3. It is also a lossy compression format that can reduce the size of audio files by up to 50%. AAC is the default audio codec for Apple's iTunes and can also be used with Android devices.

WMA: Windows Media Audio (WMA) is a proprietary audio codec developed by Microsoft. It is a lossy compression format that can reduce the size of audio files by up to 50%. WMA files are compatible with Windows devices and can be streamed over the internet.

FLAC: Free Lossless Audio Codec (FLAC) is a lossless compression format that can reduce the size of audio files without any loss in quality. FLAC files are often used by audiophiles who want to preserve the original quality of their music.

Ogg Vorbis: Ogg Vorbis is an open-source audio codec that is similar to MP3 and AAC. It is a lossy compression format that can reduce the size of audio files by up to 70%. Ogg Vorbis is often used for streaming audio over the internet.

Flac Lossless

CD quality: 16 bit at 44.1 kHz

HiFi: 24 bit at 192 kHz