Why is the MP3 format a good choice for broadcasting alerts?

What is an MP3?

The format came into being nearly 30 years ago. In the late 1980s, a team of scientists were considering how to improve the quality of voice transmissions over phone lines. After much research, and development of standards one and two, MPEG Audio Layer III was born on 14th July 1995. The file’s reduced size and compatibility with multiple devices meant it became instantly popular. Today it’s one of the most widely used audio formats, preferred for many devices from smartphones to audio systems. This popularity makes it the ideal choice for Bodet Time’s audio systems.

The MP3 audio format has many advantages

The small file size means you can save storage space on computers or SD cards. Its quality is close to that of a CD. A compatible audio system can play many melodies, thanks to the MP3’s use of digital music compression. It’s easy to broadcast and fast to download.

Bodet Time’s audio solutions are compatible with the MP3 format

Our flexible audio solutions for alert systems can read and broadcast MP3 files; not every audio system supports them.

We offer the ability to download your own melodies or audio messages via MP3 files, with an SD card. They include a range of standard chimes to which you can also add other melodies. In addition, we have voice messages for your bell system that you can use for announcements.

This is particularly helpful if you have a large site or business premises, spread over multiple buildings. You will be able to easily create different zones with different melodies or recorded announcements.

Contact us for a complete solution Harmonys is a versatile PA/audio system that runs via an existing IT network, and is easy and quick to install. You can broadcast a range of bells, music, pre-recorded announcements or live voice messages across your whole site or to specific zones.