The problem is that dynamic compression doesn't help ANYONE. Earbuds, speakers, headphones... they all benefit from more dynamic range. Plus, if compressed shit

The problem is that dynamic compression doesn't help ANYONE. Earbuds, speakers, headphones... they all benefit from more dynamic range. Plus, if compressed shit were such a huge priority with people, it should have been added to the DEVICES. And in fact... it was, decades ago. Even stock Ford CD players had a "Compress" button on them, in case you were listening to classical while driving in a noisy car. Easy solution that didn't ruin generations' worth of music.