Other streaming speeds

[Avian]

Currently, we have streams for broadband users (56k), and modem users (24k). Are there different speeds you'd like to see on Aural Moon?

For instance, a 128k stream would provide almost CD-quality sound - but your connection would have to be up for it. In reality, if you would be able to listen to the 56k stream OK, the 128k stream shouldn't be a problem. Maybe if you had some slow ISDN line or something.

In the other direction, we could provide a real low-quality stream for those with bad modem connections. We could move down to 33k or even (gasp) 16k. Does anyone have these problems?

Discuss!

Avian

[Touristo]

You're doing just fine by me. Fast is good.

[Avian]

Yeah, it's hard to imagine what 128k would sound like, but imagine the quality of the stream essentially doubling.

When I tune into other 128k streams, it just blows me away essentially.

Hmmmmm

[Avian]

Hey - don't forget to give us your opinion on this!

Avian

[kmack]

128kbps is probably 10x better sound quality than 56k, if you want a taste of 128k go to http://www.radioparadise.com, you'll see what I mean.

I would listen more if the bitrate were higher, 56k sounds muffled.

[Avian]

There's one other reason against 128k - it would be more money for us to operate a 128k server with the extra bandwidth it would take up.

Avian