8. Audio Digitization Standards
We learn about the core criteria for digitizing an analog signal to archival standards.
Lectures
Pulse Code Modulation (sampling rates and bit depth)
Applying IASA specifications in practice[including standards document copyrights]
Resources
IASA TC-04 (2009). Key principles 2.2 (sampling) and 2.3 (bit depth)
AES5 – 2018 – Preferred sampling frequencies for applications employing pulse-code modulation
EBU R84-1996- Word length, sampling rates…for high-quality audio production
EBU R105 – 2008 – Digitization of program material in Audio Archives
IETF description of FLAC
Wikipedia: Pulse code modulation
Wikipedia: Sampling rate/frequency
Wikipedia: Audio bit depth
Assignments
Assignment: Comparing spoken word recordings (e.g., oral history) with live musical performances