Audio Quality Shift: SoundCloud's New AAC Encoder Explained
SoundCloud's new AAC encoder improves audio quality by cutting upper frequencies, leading to a clearer sound experience.
SoundCloud has upgraded its AAC encoder, enhancing audio quality but introducing an unexpected frequency cut. While the old encoder retained energy up to 20 kHz, the new one caps it at 17 kHz. This change optimizes audio fidelity based on human hearing sensitivity, resulting in a cleaner sound. The encoder prioritizes audible frequencies, ensuring a more accurate representation of the music.