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MP2 File Format

MPEG-1 Audio Layer II is a legacy audio format that preceded MP3, remaining prominent in European digital audio broadcasting (DAB) and VCDs.

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Technical Specifications

Extensions.mp2
MIME Typesaudio/mpeg
CategoryAudio
Engine Tiertier2-wasm
Magic Bytes / SniffingContainer sniffing (ZIP / OLE2 / RIFF header inspection)
Opens WithVLC, Audacity, broadcast playback tools
Good ForBroadcast radio recording and legacy video compact discs.
Not Recommended ForModern consumer media collections where MP3 or AAC is expected.