We’ve added a new widget to the SpokenWord.org homepage: Featured Collectors Recommend. Our first featured collector is David Maxon of AudioDocumentary.org, a terrific web site for anyone interested in audio/radio program that goes beyond just the news. David is constantly adding to his collection of recommended programs, but you should also go to AudioDocumentary.org. There’s a lot more there than the programs he recommends on our site.
Interesting article by Devin Coldewey on CrunchGear about John Meyer’s work comparing the “fidelity potential” of various audio recording formats from wax cylinders to MP3, reel-to-reel tape, wav/aiff, DVD, DTS, etc. Here’s the complete table. I agree with Devin, “His methods are scientific in a way, but also questionable.” Consider in particular that the audio mastering process (when properly done) targets a particular release format and environment, and that can make more difference than almost anything else. Regardless, it’s a fun comparison.
