Preparing audio files

You can use any MP3 encoder you like but we recommend CDex for PC and iTunes for MAC/PC. If you use iTunes there is a LAME plug-in that we also recommend. Links to CDex, iTunes and the LAME plug are found below.

Insert your CD into your computer and open your encoding software (iTunes, CDex etc). Now you can start making/encoding MP3s. They must be in 320kbit (CBR), 44,1kHz, stereo. It's OK to use other programs for ripping as long as you have the correct settings. It is not necessary to fill out the info (song names, artist, album etc) in the encoding software, but it is very practical to name the tracks, so you can find the right MP3 file later.

 Windows


Download CDex MP3 encoder (for PC) here:
http://cdexos.sourceforge.net/index.html

CDex Encoder Settings:
 

 

Mac 

Download iTunes here:
http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/

iTunes Encoder Settings : 
 
 
If you want to use lame plugin in iTunes, continue below. 
 
Download LAME plug-in for iTunes (Apple Mac) here:
 
Download and install according to manual. You will then find the plug-in under "Scripts" in the iTunes menu (at the top) under "Import with LAME". 
By choosing that the plug-in opens. Click on the "Prefs" button and paste the code below (all of it):
 
-b320 -q0 -ms -c -p
 
Then check the "Use alternate naming convention" box and you are ready to rip/encode with the LAME plug-in. Just click the "Import" button.