Add Opus Codec support

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Please ad Opus codec support

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Opus is a totally open, royalty-free, highly versatile audio codec. Opus is unmatched for interactive speech and music transmission over the Internet, but is also intended for storage and streaming applications. It is standardized by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) as RFC 6716 which incorporated technology from Skype’s SILK codec and Xiph.Org’s CELT codec.

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Virtual Dj support opus

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Just wanted to make sure you were talking about Opus Codec and not the Opus Quad hardware.

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Yes about Opus Codec

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Yes about Opus Codec

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downloading audio from YouTube, Opus generally offers better quality than M4A or MP3 at similar bitrates. Opus is a more modern audio codec that provides better compression efficiency, allowing for smaller file sizes while maintaining or improving audio quality compared to older formats like MP3 and even M4A, which often uses the AAC codec.

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Why choose Opus for YouTube downloads?

  • Better Compression:

Opus can achieve higher quality audio at lower bitrates than MP3 or AAC, resulting in smaller file sizes without sacrificing much (or any) noticeable audio quality.

  • YouTube’s Support:

YouTube utilizes Opus for its higher-quality audio streams, especially for music and videos.

  • Compatibility:

While compatibility was initially a concern, more devices and software are now supporting Opus, making it a viable choice for many.

When comparing file formats, consider:

  • Bitrate: A higher bitrate generally means better quality, but also larger file sizes.
  • Codec Efficiency: Opus is known for its high efficiency, meaning it can achieve better quality at lower bitrates than other codecs.
  • Device Support: Ensure your devices and software can play the format you choose.

In summary, when downloading audio from YouTube, especially if you prioritize quality and smaller file sizes, Opus is generally the better choice over M4A or MP3.

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Thanks for the additional information and suggestion @Slim_Jim. I have passed this onto the dev team for consideration.

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any updates on this? the lack of opus codec support is what’s stopping me from buying djay yet, cause most of my phone library is filled with opus rips to save space

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Hi @notcharldeon, welcome to the Community! Thanks for the additional feedback. We don’t have any updates to share regarding this suggestion.