Formats & Resolution

48 kHz

Definition

A sample rate of 48,000 samples per second. The standard for video, film, broadcast, and post-production audio.

In Simple Terms

The standard for anything involving video — film, TV, YouTube. If your music is going with a picture, export at 48 kHz or you'll create sync problems.

In Practice

All audio delivered for a Netflix documentary is exported at 48 kHz, as required by broadcast specifications.

Common Confusion

Using 44.1 kHz for video projects is a common mistake that can cause subtle sync drift or require unnecessary sample rate conversion.

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