DSD files can be stereo, binaural or multichannel.

• It's not very practical to handle DSD files: to do all post-recording related things, such as equalization, reverb and editing, usually require to change the DSD file into a PCM file and then change it back.

• It has high levels of noise.

• He described the principles and potential advantages of PCM, but the technology of the time hindered practical implementation.

• Later on, contributions from figures like Bernard M. Oliver, Claude Shannon, and John R. Pierce further advanced PCM technology.

• These individuals played significant roles in developing and refining the practical applications of PCM, particularly in communication systems.

This determines how often the analog signal is sampled. A higher sampling rate captures more of the original signal, resulting in higher fidelity.

• Bit Depth:

This determines the precision with which each sample is represented. A higher bit depth provides a wider dynamic range and greater detail.

• Uncompressed Nature:

Because it's uncompressed, PCM audio files tend to be relatively large.

PCM, in its uncompressed form, offers the highest possible fidelity, this makes it ideal for applications where sound quality is paramount, such as professional audio recording and mastering.

• Ease of Digital Processing:

Once an audio signal is in digital form (PCM), it can be easily processed, edited, and manipulated using digital signal processing (DSP) techniques.

• Standardization:

PCM is a widely standardized format, which ensures compatibility across different devices and platforms. This makes it easy to exchange and share audio files.

• Foundation for other formats:

Many other audio encoding methods use PCM as their base.

Uncompressed PCM files can be very large, which requires significant storage space.

• Bandwidth Requirements:

The high data rate of PCM audio can also be a limitation for transmission over certain networks.

• Complexity:

While now very common, the systems required to convert analog to PCM, and PCM back to analog, add complexity to audio systems.

• Quantization Noise:

During the analog-to-digital conversion process, quantization noise can be introduced. This is a form of distortion that occurs when the analog signal is approximated by discrete digital values.