Rip LP's to Digital


Hello all ! I'm considering recording my LP's to my PC so that I can listen to them on either CD or iPod.

I've read about 2 programs a lot of people seem to like, namely "Vinyl Studio" and "Izotop" for completing the task but I'm unsure about the hardware.

I have a Dell E520 with Win XP and 2GB of RAM I'd like to use for the project although I could use my Macbook with an external HD if need be.

Most of the other posts I've read here are older so has anyone done this recently and without spending thousands of $ on hardware ??

Thanks,
Brian
gorquin

Showing 1 response by williewonka

Gorquin - if you want "really affordable" and reasonable resolution (i.e. 16/44), take a look at the Behringer UCA222 - I believe it comes with software also.

I have one and for ripping albums I find it perfect, since most of the albums I want to rip are the older ones that have the pops and cracks, so higher resolution is not really one of my requirements.

Amazon or E-bay is your best bet - although I picked on up from a local musical instrument store for only $32cdn - a bargain.

I was very supprised at just how good it performed, but then Behringer does make some very good mixers.

It does respond very nicely if good quality cables are used.

Regards...