4-3 Flashcards
How would you describe lossless compression?
you compress without losing any data
Where would I find helical scanning technology?
video tape recorders where it’s a method of recording high frequency signals onto a magnetic tape
MP3’s at 128kbps use a compression ratio of…
10:1
The ADAT uses what type of tape compared to the TASCAM MDM?
ADAT uses VHS cassette form; TASCAM uses 8mm videotape
Which rainbow book is the SACD format standard found?
scarlet
What is the sampling rate of the SACD?
2.8mgHz
Why is DVD-A and SACD appealing?
DVD-A; high resolution audio, can use lossless
SACD; stereo or multi-channel
multi-media capability, copy protection built in
What digital format interface carries 8 channels of audio in both directions?
alesis-ADAT; TASCAN-DTRS
What are the driving factors behind the development of compressed audio formats?
storage issues
Lowering the sample rate will also lower….
the frequency response
