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Suggestions on recording Vinyl records onto a Computer?
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You'll need some software first of all. I'm not sure what to recommend but I know there's a few free ones floating around. I use a program called Goldwave to do my audio editing but it's not freeware.
Also, you can't just plug your turntable directly into your soundcard. You need something that has a phono preamp built in with the proper RIAA equalization curve. When records are cut they boost the treble and cut the bass and the preamp reverses that so it sounds correct when played back.
Do you have it hooked up to a receiver? If so you should just be able to use a pair of line outs (tape player output, etc.) and hook that to the input of your soundcard.
Also, you can't just plug your turntable directly into your soundcard. You need something that has a phono preamp built in with the proper RIAA equalization curve. When records are cut they boost the treble and cut the bass and the preamp reverses that so it sounds correct when played back.
Do you have it hooked up to a receiver? If so you should just be able to use a pair of line outs (tape player output, etc.) and hook that to the input of your soundcard.
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Just remembered the free program I've heard lots of good things about, it's called Audacity.
Audacity: Free Audio Editor and Recorder
Audacity: Free Audio Editor and Recorder
willy
Nitro Member
Audacity is available for the Mac, Joe..
AUDACITY
Don't have time to find explicit answers for ya..but here's a Forum to get you started..I'll continue with a little research later.
CONVERTING LP'S
I do know you'll need an input connection on your sound card..or hardware will need to be purchased. Don't want to use the Mic jack.
willy
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It's what your speakers are plugged into, Joe.
NHRAMike
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I have a program from Xitel called INport Deluxe that I've been using to record cassettes to my computer. This particular program uses a converter box that plugs straight into your USB port and the other end plugs directly into the tape deck, or the line out on the back of the receiver for LPs (which I still have yet to try).
Unfortunately, they dont make it for Mac yet, however they do have some cool products for the I-pods for home use.
Xitel, Check them out.
Peace,
Mike
Unfortunately, they dont make it for Mac yet, however they do have some cool products for the I-pods for home use.
Xitel, Check them out.
Peace,
Mike
NHRAMike
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Joe, I found the thing you're probably looking for (except the price
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Digital Turntable
Sure, you can connect it to your stereo to play your records—but what's really cool about this digital turntable is that you can connect it to your computer to play and record your vinyl collection and convert them to MP3s or CDs in one easy step! The included software pulls songs from your 33- and 45-rpm records and improves the sound quality by reducing noise. Includes USB cable for computer connection. Also connects to any stereo with CD or AUX input (no phono input required) to play your records (cable not included). 14 1/2" l x 17 1/2" w x 5 1/2" h. Compatible with Windows 98, 2000, XP and Mac OS 9 or greater.
The $250 price is a bit steep, but this is the first thing I've seen that can be used on a Mac.
Peace,
Mike
)Digital Turntable
Sure, you can connect it to your stereo to play your records—but what's really cool about this digital turntable is that you can connect it to your computer to play and record your vinyl collection and convert them to MP3s or CDs in one easy step! The included software pulls songs from your 33- and 45-rpm records and improves the sound quality by reducing noise. Includes USB cable for computer connection. Also connects to any stereo with CD or AUX input (no phono input required) to play your records (cable not included). 14 1/2" l x 17 1/2" w x 5 1/2" h. Compatible with Windows 98, 2000, XP and Mac OS 9 or greater.
The $250 price is a bit steep, but this is the first thing I've seen that can be used on a Mac.
Peace,
Mike
willy
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There are ALL kinds of free stuff available out there for the Mac to do this job..but when Joe said: "Thanks Dave, but whats a Soundcard??"..I didn't go any further..
It would just about be easier to find someone that has done it on the Mac, Joe..and pay a small fee to have it done. Love ya, Man.
It would just about be easier to find someone that has done it on the Mac, Joe..and pay a small fee to have it done. Love ya, Man.
There are ALL kinds of free stuff available out there for the Mac to do this job..but when Joe said: "Thanks Dave, but whats a Soundcard??"..I didn't go any further..
It would just about be easier to find someone that has done it on the Mac, Joe..and pay a small fee to have it done. Love ya, Man.
Needless to say I've never tried anything like this on a Home computer. The Recording/sound studios in the area want like $75 an Hr. to do this! I don't want this that Bad!
NHRAMike
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Needless to say I've never tried anything like this on a Home computer. The Recording/sound studios in the area want like $75 an Hr. to do this! I don't want this that Bad!
Seriously, Joe for the cost of 3-4 LPs at a studio, you could buy that Digital Turntable. Not to mention you could buy other vinyl later down the road and convert those too.
Peace,
Mike
DragFan2
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Joe & MIke,
I got curious about this ION turntable and Googled it to find out more info, and apparently it uses the Audacity (freeware) software and comes with both versions, Windows & MAC, so Joe you should have no problem with this solution since it apparently just plugs right into a USB port which your eMAC should have. And the best news is you won't have to spend $250.00 as Mike's link showed as Amazon.com has it for $149.00 which is much more reasonable. Click on this link or the one below. I just might have to get me one of these too as I still have about 400 albums, many from the 60's, 70's and 80's, and many are in pristine condition, and several are quite rare.
Amazon.com: Ion iTTUSB Turntable with USB Record: Electronics
Cheers,
Kurt
I got curious about this ION turntable and Googled it to find out more info, and apparently it uses the Audacity (freeware) software and comes with both versions, Windows & MAC, so Joe you should have no problem with this solution since it apparently just plugs right into a USB port which your eMAC should have. And the best news is you won't have to spend $250.00 as Mike's link showed as Amazon.com has it for $149.00 which is much more reasonable. Click on this link or the one below. I just might have to get me one of these too as I still have about 400 albums, many from the 60's, 70's and 80's, and many are in pristine condition, and several are quite rare.
Amazon.com: Ion iTTUSB Turntable with USB Record: Electronics
Cheers,
Kurt
DragFan2
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Joe, Mike and others,
Since my post, I have since received the June 2007 (latest) edition of Consumer Reports magazine and guess what one of the articles was about? You guessed it, converting old vinyl LP's to digital as well as tapes and old home movies to digital media. The article listed the ION turntable and even a less expensive ($100.00) Audio Technica turntable that both appear to hook up directly to computers through a USB port. Gotta love it!
Cheers,
Kurt
Since my post, I have since received the June 2007 (latest) edition of Consumer Reports magazine and guess what one of the articles was about? You guessed it, converting old vinyl LP's to digital as well as tapes and old home movies to digital media. The article listed the ION turntable and even a less expensive ($100.00) Audio Technica turntable that both appear to hook up directly to computers through a USB port. Gotta love it!
Cheers,
Kurt
Jimmy Hart
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I just thought it was funny that the day after I read this thread I saw a Radio Shack commercial part of their "Do Stuff" campagin - about a guy recording all of his LPs to digital format to avoid his woman leaving him!
willy
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Wow..they took the grunt work right out of it..and it gets cheaper every month..I'm impressed. Especially sitting on about 2 grand worth of vinyl..and that's from 60's 70's prices..LOL
I can find it all in digital..but to me..there is just something lacking. I still have friends sitting on their Bang & Olufsen state of the art turntable..with their $700 Onyx needle..their McIntosh tube amp connected to their Klipschorn speakers (which after 40 yrs still rock)..and are too stubborn to cross over. And after visiting I see what they mean. Now my hearing has been altered through the years..pfft..but I do hear what they mean. I think it's the volume..or depth that's lacking in today's digital.
Help me out here, Nancy Matter..you're the digital one..I know the digital you do isn't lacking..I just recorded the Lion King soundtrack for my daughter..and that is splendid. For those that don't know..Nancy had a hand in the digital mastering of that soundtrack. Is it the way digital is mass produced that wanks me out? Or is there an actual loss of depth (lack of a better term)?
I found one with Pitch control!
http://www.hammacher.com/publish/73...e=&creative=758067501&OVKEY=vinyl to computer
http://www.hammacher.com/publish/73...e=&creative=758067501&OVKEY=vinyl to computer
