Forst4d ago

Looking at digital radio bitrate statistics (DAB), seems like Sweden has got it under control in comparison. In Australia, UK it's just sad. How is 24-32 kbps acceptable for music channels? I understand it's HE-AAC (unclear whether SBR or SBR+PS), but still. I have a suspicion this has become somewhat of a norm?

src: https://www.digitalbitrate.com
cc @james
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Show threadJames Cridland4d ago
@forst If the sound quality is bad, people will not listen. 32kbps is absolutely fine in the car though.
Show threadForst4d ago
@james That's fair, thanks! Makes sense, as one is unlikely to listen to DAB elsewhere, and car noises mask the artefacts.
Show threadJames Cridland
@forst Fine in the kitchen or the shop with a little radio. Where you do notice the difference is in perfect conditions at home - and streaming is a viable alternative there
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