MusicDNA (file format)
MusicDNA is a music file format developed by some of the key figures involved in the development of the MP3 format.
Design
[edit]The format is backwards-compatible with existing MP3 players, and offers the same sound quality.[1] MusicDNA files can contain metadata, such as lyrics, artwork, blog posts and user-created content, which can be updated continually via the internet. MusicDNA is intended to be a competitor to Apple's iTunes LP, which also offers user-added content.
MusicDNA was created by Norwegian developer Dagfinn Bach, Chief Executive Officer of Bach Technology.[2] German developer Karlheinz Brandenburg, credited with the invention of the .mp3 file, is one of the investors in this project.
As of January 2010[update], no major record labels have adopted the new format, although a number of independent labels have shown an interest. MusicDNA files are likely to be more expensive than current music downloads.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ "New music file aims to sink piracy using blogs and Twitter". The Register. Retrieved 2010-01-26.
- ^ "Pioneers of MP3 unveil new chapter in digital music". Daily News Egypt. Egypt: Al Bawaba (Middle East) Ltd. 27 January 2010. Archived from the original on 10 June 2014. Retrieved 8 January 2014. (Partial story rendition from HighBeam.com archive.)
- ^ Youngs, Ian (2010-01-25). "MP3 pioneers launch 'deluxe' file". BBC News. Retrieved 2010-01-25.
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