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Before diving into the discography, let’s clarify the format. iTunes Plus refers to audio files encoded with at 256 kbps, which Apple introduced as a DRM-free upgrade around 2009. The .m4a extension distinguishes these from protected .m4p files. Compared to standard MP3 (320 kbps), AAC achieves better transparency—meaning most listeners cannot distinguish it from a CD. File sizes are moderate (≈8–10 MB per song), making it ideal for portable devices. Collectors value these releases for consistent tagging, high-res cover art, and gapless playback—crucial for A7X’s progressive epics. , defined the early 2000s metalcore scene with
: Their first #1 album on the Billboard 200, deeply influenced by the passing of founding drummer The Rev. Hail to the King (2013) Compared to standard MP3 (320 kbps), AAC achieves