Which format to use - mp3 vs. windows lossless,


This has probably been covered before, but as a new fan of the Gon, I'll try to be concise. I have downloaded my music in mp3 format in the past. I decided to try Window's lossless format.
The same song in mp3 was recorded at 320 kbps and 12.56MB file size. In lossless it is 470 to 940 variable bits and 36.9MB.
I thought there would be a noticeable improvement, but it was only marginal. My question is going forward, which format should I use for the best fidelity. Thanks.
ranwal67

Showing 1 response by kthomas

Windows Lossless, IMO. While they are 3X the size, the price of a 500Gb external USB drive is under $200 now. That's the better part of 2000 CDs ripped in a lossless format and fully backed up for less than $400, and getting cheaper all the time.