I use mp3 when sending sketches and drafts to clients and directors. And during that time there is a lot of communication and many versions and quick changes I can make at their request.
So what do I do?
I export an AIFF then I open it in other software to convert it, then I have to go and delete the AIFF because I have no use for that file at that time. Then I send them the mp3 and they reply with notes. And then we do it again.
So yes it would be nice to be able to simply export a smaller audio file such as an mp3 for sharing and skip the extra steps.
I agree that most can't tell the difference between a high quality mp3 and a WAV/AIFF. But of course, when my project is complete, I export as an AIFF or WAV and keep and send that file.
Export to MP3
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mp3 is not dying. It is the standard for podcasting.
- ReasonUser
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Saying MP3 is dead is like saying DVD or even blu-ray (1080p) is dead. Just because there are newer/better formats does not defeat the standard format. If I want to send the compressed track to someone and want to be sure they have a way to play it, MP3 is the first choice. It's the current standard. Please implement!
MP3 Export AND Import
I have tons of mp3 files I would LOVE to just plonk straight into Grain, but I can't
Yeah there are programs out there that will happily convert from WAV to MP3 and back again, but that's a lot of d*cking about when all you want to do is look for a suitable sound.
I have tons of mp3 files I would LOVE to just plonk straight into Grain, but I can't
Yeah there are programs out there that will happily convert from WAV to MP3 and back again, but that's a lot of d*cking about when all you want to do is look for a suitable sound.
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I don't know about you guys, but I always check my mix running through CrapRE just to see how my track will sound when I upload it on Soundcloud
Kidding aside, higher quality mp3s are fine imo but lower quality mp3s like the ones on Soundcloud are pretty horrible.
I've tried some blindtests between mp3s and wav files and I'll admit it was very hard to hear wich one was which many times. But when I've worked on my own track/mix and listened to it hundreds of times I can hear the difference between the wav file and the converted mp3, even if it's a 320 kpbs mp3 file. Because by then I've heard all the fine details with crystal clear sound soooo many times.
Kidding aside, higher quality mp3s are fine imo but lower quality mp3s like the ones on Soundcloud are pretty horrible.
I've tried some blindtests between mp3s and wav files and I'll admit it was very hard to hear wich one was which many times. But when I've worked on my own track/mix and listened to it hundreds of times I can hear the difference between the wav file and the converted mp3, even if it's a 320 kpbs mp3 file. Because by then I've heard all the fine details with crystal clear sound soooo many times.
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Umm I can just plonk any MP3 I want into Grain with my version of Reason 10. It doesn't work for you?wils wrote: ↑20 Dec 2017MP3 Export AND Import
I have tons of mp3 files I would LOVE to just plonk straight into Grain, but I can't
Yeah there are programs out there that will happily convert from WAV to MP3 and back again, but that's a lot of d*cking about when all you want to do is look for a suitable sound.
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I've only had it a few daysProfessaKaos wrote: ↑20 Dec 2017Umm I can just plonk any MP3 I want into Grain with my version of Reason 10. It doesn't work for you?wils wrote: ↑20 Dec 2017MP3 Export AND Import
I have tons of mp3 files I would LOVE to just plonk straight into Grain, but I can't
Yeah there are programs out there that will happily convert from WAV to MP3 and back again, but that's a lot of d*cking about when all you want to do is look for a suitable sound.
I'm sure when I tried it a couple of days ago it didn't let me. Must've been a software upgrade since
Anyway MP3 import/export is still a must!
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Haha give it a try and let us know if it works.wils wrote: ↑20 Dec 2017I've only had it a few daysProfessaKaos wrote: ↑20 Dec 2017
Umm I can just plonk any MP3 I want into Grain with my version of Reason 10. It doesn't work for you?
I'm sure when I tried it a couple of days ago it didn't let me. Must've been a software upgrade since
Anyway MP3 import/export is still a must!
MP3 Import is already there too.
Yeah MP3 Export would be much appreciated.
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What do you use for converting? I've been using dbPoweramp for years, so it's all I know, but I like it. It also converts to .m4a, which when used at highest bitrate, to me is indistinguishable from the WAV.joeyluck wrote: ↑16 Sep 2017....
So yes it would be nice to be able to simply export a smaller audio file such as an mp3 for sharing and skip the extra steps.
....
I agree that most can't tell the difference between a high quality mp3 and a WAV/AIFF. But of course, when my project is complete, I export as an AIFF or WAV and keep and send that file.
I use Max for macOSTheGodOfRainbows wrote: ↑23 Dec 2017What do you use for converting? I've been using dbPoweramp for years, so it's all I know, but I like it. It also converts to .m4a, which when used at highest bitrate, to me is indistinguishable from the WAV.joeyluck wrote: ↑16 Sep 2017....
So yes it would be nice to be able to simply export a smaller audio file such as an mp3 for sharing and skip the extra steps.
....
I agree that most can't tell the difference between a high quality mp3 and a WAV/AIFF. But of course, when my project is complete, I export as an AIFF or WAV and keep and send that file.
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On PC I use Audacity....joeyluck wrote: ↑24 Dec 2017I use Max for macOSTheGodOfRainbows wrote: ↑23 Dec 2017
What do you use for converting? I've been using dbPoweramp for years, so it's all I know, but I like it. It also converts to .m4a, which when used at highest bitrate, to me is indistinguishable from the WAV.
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