Choosing between Diarization and Multichannel ASR features depends on your audio and how you plan to integrate Deepgram’s transcripts. Consider the overall data stream, the type of audio, and the essential information needed from your transcript.

Key characteristics to consider:

• Number of channels - Is the audio mono or multichannel? Do the tracks differ?

• Number of speakers - Are there multiple speakers on one channel or one per channel?

• Audio quality - Are the words intelligible? Is there ambient noise? Do speakers overlap?

For a detailed understanding of these features and example responses from Deepgram, read our guide, "Understanding When to Use the Multichannel and Diarization Features."