Today is a day to rejoice. Although some strongly dislike Microsoft's tactics of forcing users onto their new platform called Windows 10, there are some features that are so deeply wanted. Microsoft finally decided that it needs to add full support for lossless audio such as the popular flac file. If you have received the latest cumulative update, which was released about a month ago, you should see this.
I was able to rip my new CD using Windows Media Player in flac format. I honestly have not really cared too much for this in the past, but now I finally see (or hear) why this is so important to some people. If you use Apple's EarPods as your primary headphones, chances are you will not benefit much from this feature because it will not sound much different in terms of clarity. It is also a bit aggravating that iTunes does not support flac files yet.
Another change is seen in Windows Explorer, where you are actually given the ability to change the properties of flac files. I am still holding on to my trusty VLC Player for playback, because I have been experiencing several instances where Windows Media Player suddenly crashes. Fortunately it seems quite stable while ripping CD's.
If you are on the hunt for some high quality headphones to experience the clarity difference between the standard mp3 file and flac, I highly recommend the Audio-Technica ATH-M50X Studio Monitor Headphones
. Unlike Beats, these headphones produce sound with astounding clarity. The main purpose behind these were to reproduce accurate sound rather than enhance certain areas such as the bass. This is why they are classified as "studio monitor headphones."They can be found on Amazon for around $170, but can be found sometimes for $99.
What do you think of this new feature? Do you prefer flac over the common, standard codecs, or you have a mixed preference and not care too much?
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