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which is better, mp3 to 128kbps or 192?

Feb 10, 2005 5:05PM PST

I have a collection of mp3, but i don t no if i must delete the mp3 of 128 or those of 192, which recommend me?

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Why do you have to delete IT?
Feb 10, 2005 5:24PM PST

192 should sound better than 128 but it will take up more space. You be the judge.

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mmmm
Feb 10, 2005 6:36PM PST

I dont care about the space in the hd, i need to known if the difference is significant in quality of sound. By the way thanx!

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If space is no problem,
Feb 11, 2005 12:39AM PST

I always encode mine at 320. You can try different bitrate on a song and use your hearing as a test and see what is good enough for you.