FLAC compression is 0 to 8. 5 seems to be the default "average". All levels of compression are LOSSLESS, it is just a function of how much space is saved. And yes, the more compressed, the more work the decoder does. This said, I've not seen any problems with the 5 level. And even the 8 level is fine for non-hirez files based on most reports. This said, I recommend the 5 level. It is a relatively small size file (for FLAC) and easy to decode for most players.
I'm not sure I would give up the artwork. Just have EAC put the album cover in the album directory (this would be a single jpg file). I really doubt the use of artwork is going to be a problem for you. And you will eventually regret not having the artwork associated with your albums. I've always ignored all the USB drive setup info myself as well. But I'm sure you can find info on your drive when it arrives (either in the instructions or online). enjoy! woodnut;556989 Wrote: > Hello all, > > > > Many many thanks for all of your replies, I am fairly new to using FLAC > files and was unaware there were different levels of compression. > > Is 5 an average level that won't put too much strain on the processor > of the Touch? Would a lower level give me a better chance of smooth > operation? > > I have not noticed controls to adjust sleep times for external hard > drives I have used in the past, does anyone know if this is a standard > option for all external hard drives? I am wondering whether I will be > able to disable or adjust this on the Toshiba I have ordered. > > > Flac is definitely what I shall use given the advice received here and > I shall rip with EAC using MP3tag to tag the files. I won't bother with > any artwork and shall try and keep everything neat and simple to give > the Touch the best chance of smooth operation. > > Fingers crossed it will work as the external USB drive option is the > most attractive feature and the main reason for this purchase. > > > Cheers. -- garym ------------------------------------------------------------------------ garym's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=17325 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=79896 _______________________________________________ Touch mailing list Touch@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/mailman/listinfo/touch
