Posted by Chris on 08/14/07 08:28

> Ok, i have compared info from different mp3 files and the only
> difference i can see is the bitrate.
>
> The mp3 files that seem to work, are the ones with high bitrates, but
> the one that doesnt has a bitrate of 8 kbps.
>
> All are mpeg layer 3 files, so i dont think its a question of having a
> different layer.
>
> On Window media player, the file plays but will play very fast, and on
> my mp3 player, all i hear is some sort of static.
>
> Anyone have any ideas?

You could try "converting" it to a higher bitrate with a program like
"dbpowerAmp Music convertor". Of course, a higher bitrate will not
improve the quality, etc, but may well enable WMP to play it!

I have used this method on unplayable/corrupted mp3's and it often
results in a playable file.

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