Specifications

Primers and Information B-2
Making MP3s — encoding
Encoding is the second phase of making an MP3 file. Encoders are used to convert
the stored audio tracks, usually WAV files, into MP3 files. MP3 encoding is
considered lossy compression, which means that some data is lost during
compression. However, using the standard sampling rate and bitrates will ensure
that your MP3 files retain much of their audio quality. The standard bitrate of most
MP3 files is 128Kbps, although some are set higher, at 160 or 192Kbps. Higher
bitrates will result in larger MP3 file sizes, with better audio quality. Use PlayCenter
to extract audio tracks and encode MP3s.
See the PlayCenter Online Help for more information.
Where to get MP3
files
To get MP3 files from the Internet, use a search engine to locate sites with MP3
content. You can also try out these sites:
About EAX
EAX technology delivers advanced audio functionality and performance, adding
sophisticated audio processing capabilities, interactive and high-definition sound to
digital entertainment. EAX technologies are implemented across a range of audio
hardware solutions, system software, application software, and application
programming interfaces (APIs) from Creative. With EAX technology-enabled
products, you can shape and customize your audio experience. Certain EAX
features provide advanced audio capabilities for music composition and sound
design. EAX technology is redefining the audio experience.
The websites listed
here are correct at the
time of this document’s
release.
❍ NOMADWorld
http://www.NOMADworld.com
❍ AMP3.com
http://www.amp3.com
❍ SoundClick.com
http://www.soundclick.com
❍ ArtistOne.com
http://www.artistone.com
❍ Epitonic.com
http://www.epitonic.com
❍ Soundbuzz.com
http://www.soundbuzz.com