Audio Compression

What is Audio Compression?

Audio compression refers to the process of reducing the size of digital audio files by removing or minimizing redundant and irrelevant information without significantly affecting the quality of the audio.

The compression is achieved by using various algorithms that can reduce the bit rate of the audio file, making it easier to store and transmit over the internet. Common audio compression formats include MP3, AAC, and WMA. These formats use different techniques to compress audio files, such as discarding high-frequency information, removing silent parts, and applying psychoacoustic models to mask irrelevant sounds.