Hale, Jim
Jim.Hale at FleetPride.com
Mon Jun 19 10:03:25 CDT 2006
The Roxio media center software seems to do a good job of splitting LP songs into appropriate tracks. Also, if you name the track it does a good job of fetching the album details from the internet using the same database as iTunes. If it misses correctly splitting the song it has a graphical interface that makes it easy to adjust the tracks. I am using the Xitel INport Stereo-to-USB Recording Device to record the LPs. This device, together with the Roxio enhancement algorithms, produce very satisfactory wav files. The true test will be when I start converting my classical collection. I'll keep ya'll posted. Jim Hale I went ahead and bought the Yamaha and am eagerly waiting its delivery. -----Original Message----- From: John Bartow [mailto:john at winhaven.net] Sent: Friday, June 16, 2006 1:14 PM To: 'Discussion of Hardware and Software issues' Subject: Re: [dba-Tech] Rip your old LPs Hi Jim, I haven't had much luck with the automatic song splitting abilities of any software yet. The tape deck works OK but no better than just plugging a boom box into the sound card. So, basically IMO the whole PlusDeck component was a waste of money for just recording cassettes into MP3s. If you want a space saving, integrated way to play cassette tapes then its fine. Haven't tackled LPs yet. John B. -----Original Message----- From: dba-tech-bounces at databaseadvisors.com [mailto:dba-tech-bounces at databaseadvisors.com] On Behalf Of Hale, Jim Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2006 2:46 PM To: 'Discussion of Hardware and Software issues' Subject: Re: [dba-Tech] Rip your old LPs I have just started this LP to MP3 adventure. I am looking at replacing my 30 year old Pioneer stereo amp (the right channel has gotten arthritis kind of like its master) First, it turns out very few receivers (it took me two hours to figure out "stereos" are now "receivers")have phono inputs. I found the Yamaha HTD-5960bl and took one look at the back and about passed out. Do I ever feel old! What the hell is optical I/O? I don't think even the starship Enterprise had that feature. My old stereo had inputs for phono, the new fangled cassette tape decks, and one extra for good measure. This Yamaha sucker has XM radio connections, a bunch of decoders, an ipod dock, S-video, etc, etc ,etc. I think there is even an option where you can talk to God and possibly the NSA. I hate to put the Pioneer (aptly named now that I think about it) out to pasture as we have been through a lot together (I just found some of my old original Beatles 45s). It is a sad day when a fella's stereo has to be put down. I'm seriously thinking of just buying the ION. That I can handle (I think). Are you having any success? Jim Hale -----Original Message----- From: John Bartow [mailto:john at winhaven.net] Sent: Wednesday, May 24, 2006 10:43 PM To: 'Discussion of Hardware and Software issues' Subject: Re: [dba-Tech] Rip your old LPs Stuart, Thanks for that link. So far I haven't undertaken vinyl transfers. The cassette tapes went horribly wrong. I experimented a few months ago with different methods and eventually bought a "PlusDeck" unit which is a 5.25" cassette tape unit that mounts in the PC. None of the software works very well so I used to it to feed SoundForge but about the time I got everything figured out with my test batch of tapes I found that the vast majority of my cassettes just don't work anymore! They have a load squeal to them when playing :o( Maybe I'll have more luck with the vinyl - I hope! John B. -----Original Message----- From: dba-tech-bounces at databaseadvisors.com [mailto:dba-tech-bounces at databaseadvisors.com] On Behalf Of Stuart McLachlan Some time ago there was a discussion about ripping LPs. Just came across this piece of kit for those who still have a lot of old records. http://www.theregister.co.uk/2006/05/24/review_ion_usn_turntable/ _______________________________________________ dba-Tech mailing list dba-Tech at databaseadvisors.com http://databaseadvisors.com/mailman/listinfo/dba-tech Website: http://www.databaseadvisors.com *********************************************************************** The information transmitted is intended solely for the individual or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of or taking action in reliance upon this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you have received this email in error please contact the sender and delete the material from any computer. 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