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Hi,
Im trying to start a petition to try and get Record Labels (and Retailers) to release High Definition music downloads (24 Bit) of popular mainstream music that people actually want to listen to. Many of the websites selling 24 Bit music mainly offer classical and other obscure music that doesnt have mainstream appeal, there seems to be nowhere where people can download popular High Definition music.
Another major problem in the industry is the loudness wars This is where the volume of the recording is turned up to grab the listeners attention upon first hearing. They make both the loud and quite passages loud, so that there is very little difference between them in terms of dynamic range The music has become compressed and often distorted.
While this is fine for radio broadcasts, it also means that listening to such music can often become tiring and many people experience listeners fatigue. When music isnt compressed it actually increases peoples enjoyment and they also hear the music the way the artist originally intended.
Many music lovers would be satisfied with non-compressed CDs or 16Bit Downloads, but it is obvious the generally public seem to be content with the poor quality records currently on offer. This is because they have been sold a lie and havent been told that there is better. You only have to speak to a handful of people to quickly find out that many are not fussed with music and could quite easily take it or leave it. This is a direct reflection on the quality of records available today, the high levels of compression used is making music unlistenable and unenjoyable.
Its not realistic to expect this situation to change overnight but an increasing number of music lovers are getting fed up and want to access music that hasnt been heavily compressed. One way to do this is to offer High Resolution - Studio Quality Recordings (24 Bit). This would differentiate uncompressed music in the market place and would also attract many people as they seek the best in the process. It would also have the benefit of reintroducing people to music the way its meant to sound.
16 Bit (CD) recordings have been available for 30 years now and instead of sound quality improving it has at best stagnated and in terms of downloads has managed to go backwards. Its about time the industry took a leap forward and offered quality 24 Bit recordings. The playback technology is readily available, even modestly priced equipment and portables such as the iPod can support 24 Bit playback, so there is no reason why it shouldnt happen.
If you want change then please show your support and sign the petition:
Petition | Record Labels: Release High Definition music downloads | Change.org
There is also a Facebook Group, intended to act as a focal point for anyone who shares the above views and wishes to get involved:
We want High Definition music downloads: http://www.facebook.com/groups/463034807076103/
Im trying to start a petition to try and get Record Labels (and Retailers) to release High Definition music downloads (24 Bit) of popular mainstream music that people actually want to listen to. Many of the websites selling 24 Bit music mainly offer classical and other obscure music that doesnt have mainstream appeal, there seems to be nowhere where people can download popular High Definition music.
Another major problem in the industry is the loudness wars This is where the volume of the recording is turned up to grab the listeners attention upon first hearing. They make both the loud and quite passages loud, so that there is very little difference between them in terms of dynamic range The music has become compressed and often distorted.
While this is fine for radio broadcasts, it also means that listening to such music can often become tiring and many people experience listeners fatigue. When music isnt compressed it actually increases peoples enjoyment and they also hear the music the way the artist originally intended.
Many music lovers would be satisfied with non-compressed CDs or 16Bit Downloads, but it is obvious the generally public seem to be content with the poor quality records currently on offer. This is because they have been sold a lie and havent been told that there is better. You only have to speak to a handful of people to quickly find out that many are not fussed with music and could quite easily take it or leave it. This is a direct reflection on the quality of records available today, the high levels of compression used is making music unlistenable and unenjoyable.
Its not realistic to expect this situation to change overnight but an increasing number of music lovers are getting fed up and want to access music that hasnt been heavily compressed. One way to do this is to offer High Resolution - Studio Quality Recordings (24 Bit). This would differentiate uncompressed music in the market place and would also attract many people as they seek the best in the process. It would also have the benefit of reintroducing people to music the way its meant to sound.
16 Bit (CD) recordings have been available for 30 years now and instead of sound quality improving it has at best stagnated and in terms of downloads has managed to go backwards. Its about time the industry took a leap forward and offered quality 24 Bit recordings. The playback technology is readily available, even modestly priced equipment and portables such as the iPod can support 24 Bit playback, so there is no reason why it shouldnt happen.
If you want change then please show your support and sign the petition:
Petition | Record Labels: Release High Definition music downloads | Change.org
There is also a Facebook Group, intended to act as a focal point for anyone who shares the above views and wishes to get involved:
We want High Definition music downloads: http://www.facebook.com/groups/463034807076103/
