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Posted by NRen2k5 on 10/16/35 11:47
Sture Ericson wrote:
> Does anyone know how to convert my old LPs into mp3 files. Any hints for
> programs etc would be appreciated.
>
> I have good equipment like a moden computer with (hopefully) all necessary
> equipment, Windows XP, a good record player and stereo.
>
> Any advice would be appreciated.
As far as *hardware* is concerned: a computer, a record player and a
stereo (and the proper cables of course) are enough to get the job done.
But if you have a golden ear, then I recommend you get a good soundcard
(like an M-Audio Revolution) or a USB recording box. These will produce
a better result than your computer's built-in sound.
As far as *software* is concerned: AudioGrabber and Audacity are good
*free* recording programs to try. Both can be set up to use "LAME"
(http://rarewares.org/mp3.html) to make good MP3's.
As far as *technique* is concerned:
- Make the connections with all the equipment plugged in and turned OFF.
- Once the equipment is all connected, do a short test recording to set
your volume levels. You want the recording to be loud enough to be heard
clearly... but be careful not to set it *too* loud or else the louder
parts of songs will be distorted.
- If you're going to be doing any editing or using noise removal plugins
or anything like that, then be sure to save your work as WAV files. If
you use MP3, the song will start to sound distorted after being saved a
couple of times - so you want to use WAV up until you're finished, then
save the end result as MP3.
- Keep copies of the WAV's on a CD or DVD. That way, if you decide you
want to change something later, you won't have to use the MP3 (which
will lose quality) or go back and re-record the LP (which is just tiresome).
- As far as MP3 is concerned: If your hearing is about average, then
you'll probably be happy with *128kbps*. If your hearing is particularly
keen, then you'll prefer *192kbps*, maybe using "VBR".
If you have any more questions, or questions about what I've written,
don't be shy. :)
- NRen2k5
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