Lust wrote:
From the ranking criteria,hhjkl wrote:
Do you think it would be a good idea to disqualify maps with low quality mp3s?The song's audio file must be of reasonable quality. Try and source mp3 files yourself; ripping them from a streaming video site often results in low quality audio with high file sizes. The bitrate of a beatmap's audio file must be no lower than 128kbps and no higher than 192kbps. If you are having trouble acquiring an appropriate audio file, contact one of the more audio-savvy BN; they will be more than happy to help find an mp3 for you.So yes, if the audio quality is very poor we will disqualify a mapset accordingly. 128kbps is a fine minimum in my eyes; however since you would like to see a 192 minimum I shall move this to the correct subforum where you can appropriately direct your efforts.
Ok.. I think a better alternative to straight up making people use 192kbps would be for BNs and QATs to strictly enforce the use of properly encoded mp3s.