I use db Poweramp and rip to uncompressed FLAC. FLAC is lossless but by ripping to uncompressed files the CPU will have a lighter workload when the files are played. Maybe that will affect the sound, maybe it won't but I have about 4,000 CDs to rip and I do not want to do this twice. I also built an external drive using a Plextor CD/DVD drive (Plextor PX-891SAF 24X SATA DVD/RW) plus a nice external case. This drive rips much faster than the internal drive in my ASUS ROG laptop - like 2 or 3 times faster. I don't know how the speed would compare to a dedicated ripper.
CD ripper
I have a sizable CD collection that I would like to make DSD files from.
Looking for a decent ripper.
I have a pair of really old Bevridge System 3 speakers that badly need restoring so my current listening setup is:
Fostex HP A8C and Fostex TH900 headphones. About to order LS50s. Not sure if I want to go passive or powered.
Is it necessary to spend much on a high end ripper? Trying to figure out a budget.
Thanks!
Looking for a decent ripper.
I have a pair of really old Bevridge System 3 speakers that badly need restoring so my current listening setup is:
Fostex HP A8C and Fostex TH900 headphones. About to order LS50s. Not sure if I want to go passive or powered.
Is it necessary to spend much on a high end ripper? Trying to figure out a budget.
Thanks!