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Importing files to iMac

I'm importing files from discs to an iMac for transfer to a Sony HAP. I've been using iTunes (MP3 at 192 kbytes), but it's been suggested I should use uncompressed AIFF. But iTune AIFF is limited to 48 kbytes. What's the tradeoff between compressed and lossless and bit-rate? Should I look for software other than iTunes for encoding disc files, and if so what?
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lowrider57
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it’s been suggested I should use uncompressed AIFF. But iTune AIFF is limited to 48 kbytes.
A Redbook CD’s sample rate is 44.1 kHz, which is 1411 kbps. With itunes, use AIFF encoder, click on Import Settings, then use Custom.

https://support.apple.com/kb/PH12279?locale=en_US
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@sbank , I've used XLD on my Mac and it works very well. I forget, doesn't it save ripped tracks into the iTunes library?
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Abe knows his stuff. With SACD thru the Mac drive, is the HAP-Z writing a 24/96 hirez file?
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Thanks @dbphd . I've only recently moved into computer audio.
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