I see no reason for 8 bit mode especially if the user can elect full screen or small windowed mode as their default.
Have already expressed my view on trying to watch a Karaoke track while doing other tasks, or just listening to nothing more than a Karaoke background track while doing other tasks. Haven't heard a convincing case for it yet that justifies the expense of pleasing the few who want it..
And with that opinion and a dollar bill you can get a soft drink most anywhere
George