Audio to MP3

[exncite]

I have a bunch of vinyl records that I like to convert to MP3 and build up in my iTunes library. Currently over 2000 songs. Just recently started to convert after a lengthy pause using Audacity but wouldn't work. Audacity is not compatible with Catalina. (Posted on another thread that I downgraded back to Mojave.) Still wouldn't work but I found a program that is even better. It's called VinylStudio. Recording an album is easy. You can list the title tracks while it is recording, save the tracks when done and it automatically puts them into iTunes. All you have to do is create a playlist and then drag the album over from the Recently Added file. One thing nice about this program is that automatically eliminates hisses and scratches. Best thing is that the base program is free. (I don't need the stuff that the Pro version does.)

This program is terrific.

 

[chscag]

Nice program. Thanks for posting that. Do keep in mind that when converting any audio file to MP3 you are in fact compressing the file and it will suffer some audio quality. MP3s work great for voice recordings but sometimes not so good for music. But if you're happy with the results, that's all that matters.

 

[hughvane]

Thanks exncite, I was about to post a question regarding the most recommended audio conversion software for Mojave. I have bought a compact cassette tape converter to transfer my priceless Goon Show analog recordings to digital (.mp3). Instructions mentioned Audacity (mini CD included, but for Win), and I believe GarageBand did likewise, so the pointer to VinylStudio is most helpful.

 

[Slydude]

You could also use QuickTime Player X to do this. These directions break the task into very simple steps.

 

[hughvane]

QuickTime Player X to do this. These directions

Merci, m'sieur.

 

[Slydude]

You're welcome. Other apps have some useful features for what you're doing but sometimes it's nice to know what the apps included with the Mac can d.

 

[hughvane]

Bingo! Finally got a round tuit and made the first experimental recording. Quicktime does the job, and it’s so straightforward it’s almost laughable. Click-and-Play seldom was made easier.

 

[Slydude]

I'm glad to know that this worked out for you. Sometimes it's nice to see what can be done without resorting to third-party software.

 

[toMACsh]

Does VinylStudio give you the ability to edit out the "dead time" before the music starts, in between when you flip the album over, and at the end when it's done and you are late to pause or stop the recording? I want to be able to see the time at the beginning and end of the part I want to cut out. Tried Vector 2 Express, but you have to guess where those points are after identifying the times.

 

[toMACsh]

You could also use QuickTime Player X to do this. These directions break the task into very simple steps.

Unfortunately, the directions on trimming the recording don't get specific enough, or I'm in too big of a hurry!

 

[Slydude]

Unfortunately, the directions on trimming the recording don't get specific enough, or I'm in too big of a hurry!

I've gone through something similar to what you're doing. If you can explain a bit more maybe I can help.

 

[exncite]

Does VinylStudio give you the ability to edit out the "dead time" before the music starts, in between when you flip the album over, and at the end when it's done and you are late to pause or stop the recording? I want to be able to see the time at the beginning and end of the part I want to cut out. Tried Vector 2 Express, but you have to guess where those points are after identifying the times.

Sorry for being so late to reply, but yes it does.

 

[neil.gtis]

Hi all
I know this is a old thread I want to convert lp records to cd how did you connect your record player to your mac
Neil

 

[IWT]

Hi all
I know this is a old thread I want to convert lp records to cd how did you connect your record player to your mac
Neil

I don't have personal experience to fall back on, but hopefully one or more of these articles will be of assistance to you:

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Beginnner's Guide To Recording Vinyl Into Your Computer

Beginner's Guide To Recording / Ripping Vinyl Into Your Computer JUMP TO 1.0 Get Familiar With Your Turntable Setup 2.0 Will You Need An Audio Interface To Record Vinyl? 3.0 What Software Should I Use To Record Vinyl? 4.0 Recording Basics 5.0 How To Create Individual Tracks / Songs 6.0 Editing...

www.turntablelab.com

Ian

 

[Slydude]

I'm going to assume that you have a working turntable connected to a stereo receiver. That receiver most likely uses RCA connections to connect things like tape recorders. If that's the case, the following should work:

1. A 3.5 mm to male RCA cable such as this one to connect to the stereo https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D5H8JW0/?tag=macforums0e4-20

2. A USB sound card such as this one to https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J7P0OGI/?tag=macforums0e4-20

3. Connect the RCA cable to one of the receiver's tape output connections on the stereo. and set things up as if you are going to record a tape. These settings may vary depending upon your receiver.

4. Connect the3.5 mm end of the cable to the audio card and connect that to your Mac.

There are also some modern turntables designed with this project in mind Amazon.com : usb turntables for vinyl records convert lp to mp3 (bad link removed)

 

[neil.gtis]

Hi
Yes I have a working turntable and a rca male to 3.5 mm
Could I just plug the 3.5mm cable in the headphone/line in out socket
Will have a look at a usb sound card on Amazon uk
Neil

 

[Slydude]

Which Mac will you be using? On the surface, a headphone jack, line input jack, "combo" jack, and a mic jack look almost identical on the Mac side of things but are electrically somewhat different. So, it's important to know which one is being used.

If it is a line in connection, using the cable you have should work without an adapter;
if it regular headphone socket, that won't work because that connection is output only.

If the headphone jack is one of those combined jacks with headphones and mic in one connection, (such as on some iMacs) that might work. In that case, you would probably need a slightly different connecting cable. It's still 3.5 mm to RCA, but it is what's known as a 4 pole connection. The tip on the 3.5 mm end is divided into 4 areas, one of which carries the mic portion of the signal. iPhone earbuds usually have this kind of tip for that reason.

 

[neil.gtis]

Hi
It’s a MBP 13.3 late 2012
A1278 i7 2.9ghz

 

[Slydude]

Unless I grabbed the wrong info here are the relevant specs

• Headphone port
  • Headphone/optical digital audio output (minijack)
  • Support for Apple iPhone headset with microphone

MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2012) - Technical Specifications - Apple Support

support.apple.com

If that's correct, a 3.5 mm to rca cable should work if it is the 4 pole type. That's important because the standard 3 pole cable won't activate the mic portion of that jack.

 

[neil.gtis]

Hi
Sorry wrong spec it’s mid 2012 non retina
This is it