Yes. The new iTunes format is 256kbs AAC which is a lossy compression format. The bigger news here is that there are no longer any DRM restrictions (digital rights management) meaning you can copy the files and put them on as many devices as you like. This was not the case with the original iTunes downloads.
Apple Lossless is just that lossless compression comparable to WAV and AIFF. Most people prefer the Apple Lossless. The difference is not subtle.
Easiest thing for you to do would be to buy a few songs that you also have in Apple Lossless and compare them, then decide for yourself.
Apple Lossless is just that lossless compression comparable to WAV and AIFF. Most people prefer the Apple Lossless. The difference is not subtle.
Easiest thing for you to do would be to buy a few songs that you also have in Apple Lossless and compare them, then decide for yourself.