June 11, 2009

22khz vs 44.1khz Download Sampling Rate

Choosing The Best Sampling Rate

Many of you have called and asked what the difference is between a 22khz D.A.W.N. download and one at 44.1khz. The first difference is price. The 22khz files are priced approximately 60% of the 44.1khz files. The most important difference though is quality. 44.1khz is “CD Quality” (20-20,000 hz frequency response) while our 22khz downloads are more nearly “FM Radio Quality” (30- 11,000 hz). Many applications do not require the best quality (e.g. message on hold telephone programs) and so 22khz is the cost effective choice. And in skilled hands a 22khz file can often be tweaked to “recover” some of the higher frequencies with judicious EQ. While we recommend downloading the best quality initially rather than massaging files, we know that real world budgets often dictate choosing 22khz. Budget considerations aside, however, when you select 44.1khz on D.A.W.N. you get more format choices: 44.1hz / 48khz .wavs in addition to .mp3, .mp4 (AAC) and QuickTime compressed files at 44.1khz. 22khz downloads on D.A.W.N. are available only in .mp3.

June 02, 2009

New Playlist Feature on www.dawnmusic.com

Great News! We've added a new playlist feature on our single track download site: www.dawnmusic.com

What Is A D.A.W.N. Playlist?

The D.A.W.N. Playlist system is a great way to organize music for all your various projects or just to keep track of music or SFX you like or may want to use in the future. When you find a selection you think might work, you can add it to playlist and then name the playlist for the project you’re working on (e.g. XYZ Co. New Product Rollout Show). Whenever you find new tunes, you can add them to an existing playlist or create a new one. You can also change a playlist name to update it for another project by typing the new title into the “name playlist” field at the bottom of an open playlist. If you’re working with others on a project or need client approval for example, you can simply e-mail a playlist— across the hall or around the world. You can even e-mail a playlist to yourself as a reminder or idea irker. Every tune is reviewable by clicking the .mp3 “forward triangle”. You can also buy a track from a playlist by clicking the “Buy Track” button. You can also delete tunes from a playlist or delete an entire playlist as you refine your music needs and preferences.

How do I get started using D.A.W.N. Playlists?

Getting set up for D.A.W.N. Playlists is quick and simple. Click “add to playlist” under the “buy track” button in your search results. You will be taken to a sign in page. If you’re new to the process, click where it says “click here to register”. Simply enter your e-mail address and a password of your choosing and then submit. When you want to review your existing playlists, create a new playlist or e-mail a playlist, log in with your e-mail address and password. You’ll be able to log in any time you like 24/7/365.

December 16, 2008

Buy A Library--You May Save on Your 2008 Taxes

So you want a bail out from Washington?

Well you already have one. Congress increased the limits of the Section 179 depreciation provision AND included a new wrinkle providing for "50% bonus depreciation".

What's the catch? You have to take delivery of new equipment, etc. before the end of the year.

Is this the time to buy a CSS Music library or what? If you think you have a tax problem, this is definitely the time. Check with your tax adviser about the details of the rules for the enhanced Section 179 to see if it is a fit for you.

November 12, 2008

CSS MUSIC RELEASES 6 NEW CDs

CSS Music (Los Angeles), the oldest royalty free music library under continuous original management (since 1982), has released 6 new CD volumes, for a total of 318 (11,885 tracks).

The six new CSS volumes include the long awaited Super Themes Vols 63 and 64, “Rock and Rebellion I & II”, from film composer David Wurst. Wurst’s brother, Eric, also a renowned film composer, wrote and produced Target Trax 49- “Animation & Comedy”. Also new are Repro-file Plus Vol. 27 “Hit Driven Rock”, Powertrax 24 “Mean Streets” and MAX TRAX Vol. 49 “TV Time”.

CSS royalty free licensees can buy physical (shipped) CDs or Q-Disc downloadable versions. Single track downloads are also available in wav, .mp3, .mp4, and QuickTime. The CSS download system automatically calculates applicable volume discounts or downloaders can sign up for one of two bulk download discount plans.

All 11,885 CD tracks are previewable in their entirety at www.cssmusic.com. CSS Music offers a free CD demo available by calling 866-CSS Music (277- 6874)

April 09, 2008

WANTA NAB DEAL?....YOU GOT IT!

Whether you're attending NAB or not, you can take advantage of a rare sale from CSS Music.
The UltraEdit II hard drive system will be 25% off from April 15 through April 30, 2008. This deluxe hard drive system contains all 11,529 currently available tracks in the CSS Royalty Free Music and Sound Effects package. The UltraEdit II .mp3 320bps system normally $2495 will be priced at $1871.25. All UltraEdit II systems will be 25% off during the sale. Please visit www.cssmusic.com for UltraEdit details. Call 800- 468-6874 for questions or to order (sale price not available online).

March 14, 2008

BIGGEST BANG FOR THE BUCK

Everyone wants the best deal, right? Of course. The problem is finding the best deal for YOU. I have Three suggestions. First, read our site navigation and format guide at www.cssmusic.com.
Second, give us a buzz. Talk is cheap. We're here to help 6 days a week 9:30-5:30 Pacific Time.
If you like, e-mail your questions to info@cssmusic.com. Thirdly, take a look at Q-Disc (again see our home page at www.cssmusic.com). With Q-Disc you can download an entire CD volume and burn a CD-R within about 15 minutes. You'll save money over delivered CDs (e.g. Target Trax delivered CD - $59, Target Trax Q-Disc - $39 PLUS there's no shipping or sales tax). GET THE BIGGEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK. We're here to help!

December 17, 2007

Save on Your 2007 Taxes-- Buy a Music Library!

If you're in business, don't forget about your Section 179 deduction as an important tool in reducing your 2007 tax bill. You've got just a few more days left to make your move. Why not consider a music library-- an investment in you, your business and your success (be sure to check with your tax advisor).

Here are some year end Section 179 ideas:

UltraEdit II System MP3 - 44.1khz (160kbs) Format - $2295

UltraEdit II System MP3 - 44.1khz (320kbs) Format - $2495


UltraEdit II System MP4 - 44.1khz Format - $2495

UltraEdit II System MP4 - 48khz Format - $2495


UltraEdit II System .WAV - 44.1khz format - $3495

UltraEdit II System .WAV - 48khz format - $3695


Complete 305 CD CSS Music Library - $4840


Full CSS Music & Effects Library
On Q-Tunes DVD-ROMs


.MP3 (160kbs) - 5 DVD-ROMs - 44.1K Full Bandwidth - $1995

.MP4 (AAC) - 5 DVD-ROMs - 44.1K Full Bandwidth - $1995

.MP3 (320kbs) - 12 DVD-ROMs - 44.1K Full Bandwidth - $2295