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File extension | .XWM |
Category | File |
Description | The XWM audio format is a lossless audio compression format that is primarily used for storing high-quality audio recordings. It was developed by the Xiph.org Foundation, the same organization that created the popular Ogg Vorbis and FLAC formats. The XWM format uses a combination of prediction and entropy coding to compress audio data without any loss of quality, resulting in smaller file sizes compared to uncompressed audio files. XWM supports a range of sample rates, bit depths, and channel configurations, making it a versatile format for capturing and storing a variety of audio content, including music, voice recordings, and sound effects. One of the main advantages of the XWM format is its high level of compatibility with a wide range of multimedia software and hardware. Many popular media players, such as VLC and Foobar2000, support the XWM format natively, making it easy to play back recordings without any additional software or codecs. In addition, the XWM format is open-source, which means that it can be used freely and modified by anyone without any licensing fees or restrictions. The XWM format also includes support for metadata, which allows users to add information such as album, artist, and track title to their recordings. This can be particularly useful for managing large collections of audio files and making it easier to locate specific recordings. Overall, the XWM format is an excellent choice for anyone looking to capture and store high-quality audio recordings with minimal loss of fidelity. Its compatibility, versatility, and open-source nature make it a popular choice for both amateur and professional audio enthusiasts alike. |
Associated programs | Total Audio Converter |
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File extension | .MP3 |
Category | Audio File |
Description | MP3 is the most popular audio file type based on MPEG-1 Layer III compression. Its lossy algorithm was developed in 1991. MP3 codes the sound almost with the same quality, as CD (16-bit stereo), providing compression in size 1 to 10 from the original WAF or AIFF tracks. The quality of MP3 seriously depends on the bitrate. It can be 128 - 256 kbps. Higher bitrates are also supported, but they seriously increase the file size. It is supported by all modern hard- and software players. |
Associated programs | RealOne WinAmp Windows Media Player iTunes |
Developed by | Fraunhofer Institute |
MIME type | audio/mpeg audio/MPA audio/mpa-robust |
Useful links | More detailed information on MP3 files |