Re: [MP3 ENCODER] new VBR code

[Pierre Hugonnet]

Roel VdB wrote:
> 
> 
> On my HQ headphones I pick out many 192 mp3's.  There are _a LOT_ more
> instances where 192 isn't enough and the -V1 picks out a good higher
> bitrate frame than an instance where VBR screws up. (vbr_mt that is)
> 
> A few months ago a 192 was somewhat considered perfect for me, but
> when I upgraded hardware, it was not so hard to find flaws.  If you
> want the best possible mp3's, just take 256cbr or 320. proven
> statistically to be of the same Q as original material. (ti: you can
> distinguish some test sounds, but 256 does not sound bad, as being the
> exception).
> 


I've been told several times that at 192kbs or above, mp2 is likely to be better than 
mp3. True or False ?
If true, would it be difficult to add a mp2 option in lame (I don't know to which 
extent mp3 and mp2 differ) ? 
If no, isn't it the solution for top quality ?

Pierre
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