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Some help setting up a PC based audio system.

I want to transfer my CDs to a computer and use this as a front end. I have a friend who has an older MAC MINI he is willing to give me. I really don't know alot about computers so I wanted to know if an older one would work alright for audio. Is there an operating system that works better than others? Is Itunes OK to use or would another program work better? I purchased a Wyred 4 Sound DAC2 so I could use the usb input. Any advise would surly help. Thanks, Paul.
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synthfreek
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In theory Apple Lossless files should match AIFF files bit for bit. Some people with golden ears claim they can hear differences but honestly I'm skeptical.
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sfar
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I agree with Synthfreek, there's no reason to re-rip CDs that have been done with Apple Lossless. Similarly, there will be people who will tell you they can hear a difference between versions of the OS but as long as the OS is supported on your Mini and will run iTunes just start using it and worry about any imagined differences later.
audioengr
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The older Mac should work fine, although you may not be able to put it into 64-bit mode.

I would recommend Pure Music to run with iTunes and upgrade to 4GBytes of memory in it.

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