- Sample rate — how many times per second the audio is measured. 44.1 kHz is the standard for music distribution and is what most platforms deliver to listeners.
- Bit depth — the resolution of each measurement. 16-bit is the distribution standard; 24-bit gives more headroom during mastering.
Recommendations
| Situation | Export |
|---|---|
| Standard release | 44.1 kHz / 16-bit or 24-bit WAV |
| Session recorded at 48 kHz or 96 kHz | Export at the session rate — Kalmori accepts higher rates |
| Reducing bit depth | Apply dither |
Do not up-sample a 44.1 kHz master to 96 kHz or convert MP3 to 24-bit WAV — it increases file size without adding quality.
