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In audio context, MP2 stands for MPEG-1/2 Layer II (see also the [[MPEG-2]] FAQ of the MPEG Audio Subgroup), but this abbreviation is also used for MPEG-2 video files. | In audio context, MP2 stands for MPEG-1/2 Layer II (see also the [[MPEG-2]] FAQ of the [[MPEG]] Audio Subgroup), but this abbreviation is also used for MPEG-2 video files. | ||
The tooLAME implementation of this standard still gets developed nowadays and is regarded as having a better sound quality than the original reference software: | The tooLAME implementation of this standard still gets developed nowadays and is regarded as having a better sound quality than the original reference software: | ||
http:// | http://sourceforge.net/project/showfiles.php?group_id=19022 | ||
[[Musepack]] can be considered as a derivative from this standard, as it is based on the same principles, but developed into a [[subband]] [[codec]] of its own with superior audio quality. | [[Musepack]] can be considered as a derivative from this standard, as it is based on the same principles, but developed into a [[subband]] [[codec]] of its own with superior audio quality. | ||
This format is currently used in broadcast like satellite, DVB and DAB. | This format is currently used in broadcast like satellite, DVB and DAB; and also in legacy VCD and SVCD discs. | ||
[[Image:Mp2.png|none]] | [[Image:Mp2.png|none]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 22:58, 8 September 2006
In audio context, MP2 stands for MPEG-1/2 Layer II (see also the MPEG-2 FAQ of the MPEG Audio Subgroup), but this abbreviation is also used for MPEG-2 video files.
The tooLAME implementation of this standard still gets developed nowadays and is regarded as having a better sound quality than the original reference software:
http://sourceforge.net/project/showfiles.php?group_id=19022
Musepack can be considered as a derivative from this standard, as it is based on the same principles, but developed into a subband codec of its own with superior audio quality.
This format is currently used in broadcast like satellite, DVB and DAB; and also in legacy VCD and SVCD discs.
