Regarding the 5.1-versions, I would suggest a *.wma (i.e. Windows Media Player 9) discrete multichannel file format. This brings the huge surround-file down to a reasonable size, much like mp3, but even better sounding. The main problem seems to be that this format will only play as a stereo-downmix on a Mac - don't ask me why; I've got this information directly from Microsoft.
I'm still investigating, but if there are any suggestions, please let me know them. - The only alternative would be a (compressed) linear PCM-version with channel-coded file-names; this would be an enormous download, though.
... in any case - don't miss the surround-version! It is really rewarding to get this amount of depth and detail. [:)]
Enjoy,
I'm still investigating, but if there are any suggestions, please let me know them. - The only alternative would be a (compressed) linear PCM-version with channel-coded file-names; this would be an enormous download, though.
... in any case - don't miss the surround-version! It is really rewarding to get this amount of depth and detail. [:)]
Enjoy,
/Dietz - Vienna Symphonic Library