sound format

  You will need to write a brief report describing considerations around file size, storage and quality!

Here is a small report describing considerations around file size, storage and quality.

Sound format

Sound format is what type of format the sound is saved to when it gets uploaded or saved in a specific area. There are four different sound formats that I will be discussing and there pros and cons, which are:

WAV - WAV is what most film producers, song producers and any media content creators use. This is because it is just what they need. Good quality sound, audio and loud, clear and understanding. The WAV format is a lossless format. This means that it is an original file rather then one that has been tempered with and compressed. 

One advantage of using WAV format is that the sound is not like lossy sound format where the files get compressed and removed without being able to rescue it.WAV format will stay in a necessary form that does not loose any data when compressing. Another advantage is the audio quality and how successful loud and clear it is produced when listened too. 

One disadvantage of using WAV format is it takes up too much space in the storage department, which means there will need to either be a USB stick or a different software than can hold that much storage and still have space. 

AIFF - Apple created an audio in AIFF format. This means that is a duplicate of the original audios. Moreover, this format is lossless. The WAV format and this are quite close. One advantage is that the AIFF generates extremely high-quality sound since it is lossless. One disadvantage is your systems do require a lot of room to store all of this audio if using AIFF.

FLAC - FLAC is a lossless compressed audio format that requires less storage space than AIFF. Because it is free to use, it is well-liked. One advantage of this is the Information taken from the file may be shown and converted with easily. It also  maintains the original copy's level of content quality, as well as it does not suffer from hearing-related issues. One disadvantage is Because the files are large, more storage is required. If your storage is restricted, this can be a problem. You require a certain device to utilise it, and not every device are supported.

MP3 -  MP3 Files get downloaded and converted into MP3 format. One common lossy format is MP3.One advantage is that it suggests a greater amount of space with a wider variety of devices. Despite this, One disadvantage by using MP3 has greatly reducing sound quality in comparison to lossless files. 

AAC - The AAC format which is a lossy format is commonly used by Apple iTunes to balance between the given format and quality. One advantages of AAC is its ability to deliver higher quality sound at lower bit rates, which leads to the audio that  stays clear and understandable regardless of the bit rate. However, one disadvantage is that not all media players or devices are able to use  AAC. This may also be due to their larger file sizes, AAC files require more storage space.

Ogg Vorbis - An alternative to AAC and Mp3 is available in this. Because Ogg Vorbis it is free software and is a lossless format, this sound format is used often. One advantage is that they require less storage because their files are smaller. One disadvantage is that not many computers have them, so it might be difficult to find a device that supports this file format. They use lossy compression formats to keep the majority of the quality to sound the same while having a smaller file size.Besides this, there is the situation where the files use a lot of battery life.

WMA - WMA stands for  Media Player Audio. This sound format can also be used as an audio file format in comparison to being used as storage for audio files. Using the this has One advantage of being an effective audio file format. This simply means that when compared to a lossless sound format, it will require less computer storage. Since Microsoft created this format, one disadvantage is that you can only use it on Windows-powered computers.

Storage

storage is where you will place, save and store files and different media types in certain areas where needed/required. This also has limits of maximum exceeded amount that can go into files. I will ensure when exporting the sound that I have stored it in the correct place. I will need to bare this aspect in mind when recording my sound. This is because I would like the sound saved all in one place and sector where it is easily accessible. 

Flash drive - A flash drive, also known as a USB, is a small device that is used to store files and data on devices. Converting files from one device to another is also possible with a flash drive. Using a flash drive or USB has one advantage of functionality. This shows that you can store everything in one place and take it with you. Its small storage space is a disadvantage, though, when using this the flash drive or USB. This means that the amount that of data that a flash drive or USB can hold before running out of space is narrow.

Hard drive - A flash drive or USB is not the same as a hard drive. Hard drives are connected into computers, despite the fact that they serve the same function of storing data and files. This means that the hard drive on a particular computer is the only one you can access. This is a disadvantage because the user will not be able to access the files and data in the event of a computer issue. Hard drives, as compared to flash drives or USBs, have advantages of having good capacity even after this. It follows that you have more computer storage available.

Cloud - Cloud storage is a type of digital cloud services. You can store your data off-site in spite of the lack of requiring something measurable. The way to access a cloud drive from any location and on any device is one advantage of using one. This is helpful because it allows you to store particular files and collect them from a different device. Even so, the the need for an internet connection is a disadvantage. As a result, projects may take longer to complete because you need a connection to access the files.

Compressions:

Compressions is used when a file is too large and needs to be decreased and reduced to a certain amount. I will then need to consider then when recording  in order to acknowledge whether I will need to compress my files or not. As if my file is very long which takes a lot of storage, then it will most likely need to be compressed.

DRC - DRC means dynamic range compression is. This makes it possible to turn down the volume of loud sounds or turn up the volume of quiet ones. This is a positive thing when working with sound/audio. It also helps reduce unnecessary sounds. However, one disadvantage is that there is risk of it making the sound/audios worse as it might irritate the sensitivity of them when trying to alter it. 

Downward - This means By lowering the signal level from above the specified limit, you set your compressor for downward compression. One advantage of Loud noises above a limit are less loud thanks to downward compression. One disadvantage is that it can do the opposite when adapting the level of sound that creates a negative impact when listening to the audio/sound.

Upward compression - As the opposite of downward compression, One advantage of  upward compression highlights strengthening softer sounds below a specific level in order to prevent louder sounds from overpowering the specifics and softer parts. One disadvantage is Because it opens the way for everything, it is possible to produce pieces on every detail.

Size versus quality:

There are four sectors that are relevant and linked to the understanding of size versus quality:

1. Lossy - Lossy is where certain things get deleted as well as quality and clearly quantity. This is due to having lossy quality compressing files which lead to the results of these. 
2. lossless - This is the same as lossy however nothing gets deleted or discarded when having to get compressed.  
3. Bit rates - Bit rates is the percentage of how much data is being put through and processed every second to minute. 
4. File size - There may be several files however, file size calculates how much content is on the file which can be on any device or source of equipment/gadget. 

This is for unit 14 and 16