LarrySep 26th, 2007 - 16:38:59

I found the article very informative and interesting. Some assumed knowledge was present that was confusing for those of us just starting to use MP3 players and download music. Perhaps a branch off article could be offered for less 'up to date' readers. Learning is fun if you give us half a chance. Great developments in technology are usually responsible for more user friendly products. Thanks. Larry

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InterloperSep 26th, 2007 - 19:00:27

Actually, the Amazon downloader works almost exactly the same as the eMusic downloader and may have been modeled on it. The problem with eMusic, which also sells MP3s without DRM, is that its two million or so selections are from independent artists or, usually, the lesser works of well-known artists. Amazon's problem appears to be over-reliance on Universal for its content. If Universal ends the experiment at the end of the year or demands new, more lucrative terms, that could damage or destroy Amazon MP3s.

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sparkySep 26th, 2007 - 19:26:51

I think it's about time somebody came up with something like this. Not to knock Apple, but they've got a monopoly on the iPod and iPhone services which I feel is wrong. I'm going to give them some time, then try it out if it's working for others without any hitches.

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Scott.GSep 27th, 2007 - 09:30:20

Steve,
All itunes songs that have DRM ( digital rights management )are 128kbps AAC files @ 99 Cents and all non DRM music, such as that from EMI is 256kbps AAC @ $1.29 and are referred to as iTunes plus songs. All songs from amazonmp3.com are 256kbps MP3 files. The debate about AAC being better quality than MP3 at the same bit rate rages on and from what I can tell usually comes down to each individual. There are some long drawn out technical comparisons of the two as well as others, but I fell asleep reading them and can not comment on the findings. just my 2 cents.

Scott.G

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