How to convert an LP to a CD

An LP produces an analog sound by scraping a needle along a groove. Many music lovers are of the opinion that if you scrape many times, some data will be lost. A CD produces a digital sound read by a laser. The same data is reproduced the first time as the millionth time, so the data is not lost. Converting your old LPs to CDs will retain their original sound and can be achieved in several ways. If you decide to make your own conversions and have a PC with a CD recorder, you can buy a USB record player or use your old turntable with magnetic cartridge, diamond needle and build it in pre-amplifier and audio-digital (CAD). Once you have built or purchased your ADC, the final part of the process is to create an ISO (International Organization for Standardization) file from the recording and transfer it to a disc with the CD burner.

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Create a file folder on your PC of the ISO data files that you are going to create. Create a file that lists the name of each album you want to convert . Make sure that your selected disk drive has enough space to contain all the recordings you are going to convert. Remember that each disk can fill 50 MB or more of space.

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Download the selected software to facilitate the creation of ISO image recording ADC. A number of free programs are available, as well as many other retail options. Most free elections have similar characteristics. Premium and "pay-to-play" are software programs available with diverse capabilities and vary in price from a few dollars to several hundred dollars. Read the comments and forums about the ISO file of software decisions before making a selection or purchase decision.

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If you no longer own a turntable, you can buy a USB 2.0 turntable at most electronics stores or on the Internet. These dishes come with a conversion software and an integrated ADC. Load the software, connect the USB connector to your PC, put a disc and load a blank CD and follow the instructions that appear on the monitor screen when you open the software program.

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Connect the ADC to your turntable if the plate is traditional with a magnetic cartridge. Connect the RCA outputs of your plate to the corresponding jack on the ADC. Some units require an RCA mini-stereo connector cable to connect to the ADC's input. If this is the case, use a shielded cable adapter. A traditional dish usually has a cartridge and the upper needle to those that come with the USB record player has the function of ADC, software and LP transfer options . A traditional magnetic cartridge and a diamond needle transmit a much better signal than the ceramic cartridges and sapphire needles offered by most of these vendors. Connect the ADC output to the USB input device. Depending on your PC you may have direct RCA audio inputs from your video card. If this is the case, use these connections.

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Look for a selection called "Make CD playable on all devices", or something like that. Select this option

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Place an LP on the turntable and start the engine. Lift the cuing lever and place the arm over the first cut to be captured. Open the capture software and lower the arm. As the LP starts to play, you will see the sound that appears as two waveform channels on your PC monitor. Make audio adjustments appropriate to the intensity, the load, serious, medium and acute, through your ear with the supplied editing controls. When you are satisfied with the sound quality, raise the arm and reset it at the beginning of the LP. Start the capture process and lower the arm at the same time.

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Play the first recording with a good set of headphones to be sure that your settings in the control panel of the software are acceptable for your musical tastes.

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Start recording ISO files to the CD recorder after all your recordings have finished. After the first one, play the recording on your hi-fi or a computer CD player to make sure you are happy with the results. Label your discs with an indelible pencil. Use a special pen to write on the discs, which do not fade in a year or two, like ordinary markers.

• Different musical styles vary depending on the recording quality. Transfer each style in its entirety and then make the appropriate settings for the next sound style. Do not assume that Mozart and Madonna will demand the same equalization settings.
• The construction of your own ADC is a project that we will not discuss here. Search resources for instructions. The pieces are available at RadioShack stores and the like, as well as online. You will need the components of an IC on-board display, a soldering iron, electronic flow solder, some fine wire, a power supply and a few hours, depending on your level of experience.
• When selecting the software, look for the largest number of settings and controls available. This will allow you to customize the sound of the recording to your particular taste.
• Keep calm while working in your home recording studio. The environmental noise during the capture process has been perceived by the CD.
• You can create backup CD copies for your personal backup. Keep in mind that you are going to reproduce copyrighted material. These CDs are for your personal use and not for resale. You can not copy the records for any illegal purpose or in any way that violates copyright.