Vinyl to CD

[SpyWriter]

What's the best way of getting my old LPs on to CD? I've got a deck which plugs into my ghetto-blaster for the odd occasions that I play my records and a laptop with a writer on it. I've heard conflicting suggestions as to whether I need pre-amplification. Also, what's the best software?

[anthomson]

Ideally you will need 'phono stage pre-amplification'. Because of the limited 'band-width' of vinyl the signal is not only very small but has a frequency bias. This is why amps always have a seperate 'phono' input which applys the bias correction. Your LP's will sound odd if you feed them straight in to your PC.

[Cetti]

I can help you with the software. This was recommended by a DJ who uses it himself. It's called Audio Cleaning Lab 2004 Deluxe made by Fast Trak. It converts vinyl, cassettes - CD from the internet. It comes complete with adapter and hi-fi cable.

I bought it a month ago as I've loads of vinyl - I just haven't had the time to use it yet.

[sddsddean]

Sounds interesting. How much Cetti?

[SpyWriter]

Thanks. Looked it up on Amazon at �16.99. Would be interested in your opinion when you've tried it.

[Cetti]

Looks like you've got a very good deal with Amazon, mine cost �29.99 from a High Street store. I've been told it's icredibly easy to use, so we'll soon find out won't we? lol!!