CD Origins Explained
The compact disc emerged from a collaboration between Sony and Philips, preventing a potential format war. Key decisions on sample rate and bit depth were based on human hearing limits, leading to the adoption of a 44.1 kHz sample rate and 16-bit depth. The choice of a 120 mm disc allowed for longer playtime, giving CDs a significant edge over vinyl records when they debuted in 1981.In this clip
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