This is a good option if you want to limit the amount of disk space used by your music database. The sound quality is very close to true CD quality.
You have two options for recording in Near CD Quality:
If you select MP3, you will use the fastest compression standard available, developed in partnership with Xing Technologies. These files will be compressed 18:1 (compared to 12:1 in CD Quality mode) and added to your database. They will not be encrypted.
If you select RealAudio, your file will be compressed at 17:1 and added to your database. They will not be encrypted.