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Originally Posted by jbjb
So, the question isn'i whether or not 24 bits can encode audio more accurately, with much better SNR and much better dynamic range (it definitely can), it's whether or not this improvement is actually detectable when using real-world amplifiers and speakers etc., and when listened to by human ears. I've yet to see any convincing tests which indicate that people can tell the difference, so 24-bit seems pointless as a distribution format.
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Absolutely. The extra headroom is invaluable in the studio. It's pointless for consumer media.