Usb Vinyl Records Can anyone tell me if converting Vinyl records into mp3 format via a turntable with USB encoder is any good?
I'm that old...it would cost me squillions to re purchase it all.
Just wondering what the sound is like transferring very old, much listened to LP's to mp3 format...
Dontpanicpikey ~ thanks for all that info it was brilliant..BUT I don't have anything to play my vinyl collection on. It just sits in my attic crying ' mummy'. lol
Learnt a lot in that answer though!
I'm as big a vinyl nut as anyone, and a vinyl record converted to MP3 can sound better than a mp3 sourced from CD, depending on the mastering of the album.
Some CD versions of albums are just badly mastered. This is especially true of albums that were originally recorded and released during the analog era (pre-1980s) - these generally ALWAYS sound better on vinyl.
However, it depends on having an LP in very good condition, and some decent equipment to transfer it on.
If "very old, much listened to" means scratched and worn out, then you probably aren't going to be too happy with the results, to be honest. However if you've looked after your records and kept them clean and scratch free, you'll be able to get some very good results if you invest in good quality equipment.
A word of advice, those plasticky turntables with built in USB encoders that you see in the high street tend not to give very good sound quality. The one that Maplin do is just horrible, and the one HMV sell is somewhat better but still a shoddily engineered piece of plastic.
The best all-in-one unit I've found is the Debut USB turntable, made by Pro-Ject - it's a proper hi-fi turntable, it isn't made of plastic, and isn't too expensive either. I think you can get them from Richer Sounds in the high street, or from most online hi-fi stores.
"Just wondering what the sound is like transferring very old, much listened to LP's to mp3 format..."
Then check out the Beatledrops web page, which contains sound samples from different issues of Beatles vinyl from different countries. Even if you're not a fan of the Beatles, many of the samples are very good quality, and will give you an idea of what to expect if you transfer good records on good equipment.
Convert your vinyl records into digital media with ease with this portable USB turntable. It supports 33, 45 and 78 rpm records and includes Audacity software for editing your recorded tracks.
- Portable USB turntable player - Features PC recording function - With built-in speaker and volume control - Three speed turntable 33, 45 and 78rpm - Can convert LP to MP3 - Play records on your home stereo - Plug and play, no drivers needed - Supports Windows XP/Vista/7/Mac - Interfaces: AUX OUT R+L + USB - Material: plastic - Package included: - 1 x USB Turntable - 1 x USB Cable - 1 x Audio Cable - 1 x User Manual
- Portable USB turntable player - Features PC recording function - With built-in speaker and volume control - Three speed turntable 33, 45 and 78rpm - Can convert LP to MP3 - Play records on your home stereo - Plug and play, no drivers needed - Supports Windows XP/Vista/7/Mac - Interfaces: AUX OUT R+L + USB - Material: plastic - Package included: - 1 x USB Turntable - 1 x USB Cable - 1 x Audio Cable - 1 x User Manual
Digitize your entire vinyl collection SPT-106 USB Turntable/Vinyl Archiver!With the SPT-106 USB Turntable, you can easily convert your vinyl collection into digital files! It features a USB connection for direct recording to a computer, two built-in speakers and plays 33 1/3, 45 and 78 LPs. It comes with a transparent plastic cover that protects it from dust and dirt and includes a 45 RPM adapter and a USB cable. Includes editing software to enhance and convert your music to MP3s. With RCA line outputs, you connect can this turntable to your home stereo system. Don't let all your great old records go to waste! Turn those old analog vinyl records to digital with this SPT-106 USB Turntable/Vinyl Archiver. Order today!
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Digitize your entire vinyl collection with this VIBE Sound VS-2006-MTS USB Mini Portable Turntable/Vinyl Archiver! The VS-2006-MTS-BLU features a USB connection for direct recording to a computer and plays 33 and 45 LPs (45 RPM adapter not included). Includes editing software to enhance and convert your music to MP3s. With RCA line outputs, you can connect the VS-2006-MTS-BLU to your home stereo system. Plus, its portable design makes it easy to carry anywhere you go! Don't let all your great old records go to waste! Turn those old analog vinyl records to digital with this VIBE Sound VS-2006-MTS USB Mini Portable Turntable/Vinyl Archiver! Order now!
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Experience the nostalgic sound of vinyl with this fully automatic belt-driven turntable that supports 33-1/3 and 45 rpm record playback speeds and features a USB output for importing your favorite records' tracks to a PC.
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Home Audio Recording for Everyone
I'm not really sure how old I was when I got the gift for Christmas, but I remember thinking it was a pretty impressive piece of electronic hardware. It was really cool looking (technologically speaking), and I was awfully proud to own it. It certainly made for lots of fun times.
What was this high-tech gift, you ask? Why, it was a tape recorder! It was a monographic, reel to reel tape deck that came with it's own plug-in microphone. I could hold that mic up to my transistor radio's speaker and record songs onto tape. I could also play the guitar and sing and record every second of it. I could even hide and record conversations from unsuspecting family members. I was in recording heaven!
Years later I owned an 8 track stereo recording deck (ok, that was a mistake). At another point in time I had a stereo cassette recording deck that would physically flip the tape over when one side was finished recording or playing. Now I own a more conventional stereo dual cassette deck, but I no longer use it for recording or much of anything else for that matter.
All my recording is now done on my computer. The audio and midi software available today for computer recording is quite amazing. You can record multiple tracks, edit the recordings and add special effects as desired. Many of the audio recording programs come with their own native special effects such as reverb, compression, flanger, and chorus, to name a few. Some of the recording software can also accept third party effects such as vocal removers, tube amp effects and many more.
Multitrack recording software allows for recording various live instruments, vocals, etc, onto individual tracks. After recording one track, you can play it back while recording another. Once finished, you can mix all the individual tracks down into one stereo track. Some recording software will import and record both audio and MIDI, some audio only. If you have a MIDI keyboard or other MIDI instrument, be sure to pick software that handles both formats.
Creating a simple home audio recording studio is easy. In addition to software, an audio and/or midi interface will allow you to plug all kinds of audio components, microphones and instruments into your computer for live recording, recording from tape or even from your old vinyl lp's. You can also use a home stereo system as an interface for audio components by running cables to it from your computer's sound card. A laptop with recording software and a USB interface can serve as a totally portable recording studio. And again, if you have MIDI instruments, be sure to get an interface that will allow connecting them in additon to audio components and instruments.
The digital revolution has made music recording easily available to anyone with a computer. If you enjoy music and want to do more than just download mp3's from the Internet, get some multitrack recording software and start your own home sound studio.
About the Author
Steve Leedy is a computer technician and sound hobbysist. His website, at http://www.pcmusicstuff.com/, contains information and diagrams on computer music recording. Copyright 2005 - Steve Leedy (This article may be reproduced in full with author information included).
Usb Vinyl Records
March 19th, 2010
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