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Streaming Samples

Having seen the volume of sample downloads compared to purchases we have looked again at our approach and selected some streaming software to replace the straight forward sample mp3 downloads. We are aware that recording is possible but streaming is widely used by major sites and should reduce casual collection and misuse of our work.

The software relies on Flash plugins for delivery of the sound but that seems to be pretty much ubiquitous. We are also going to take the opportunity to increase the availability of HiFi samples for those with broaderband connexions.

There is obviously a clash here with our podcasting activity. It hadn't really occurred to us that our samples would be that useful but when you compare our LoFi clips with polyphonic ringtones you can see that there might be some attraction. No rash decisions - we are going to test this out gradually as we convert the site and see what we can be include in blogs.

In the meantime today's former podcast is the oddly named Bink's Waltz (now a retro fitted streaming sample) by Scott Joplin - enjoy!

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