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LP Cataloging Software?

Does anyone know of an automated or semi-automated software program for cataloging LP's? There are a few out there for CD's and I know of one called Maestro Manager for classical LP's but nothing for popular/jazz/rock/bluegrass/etc/ LP's. By automated, I mean that it works by linking to an on-line database where titles, song lists, times, dates, and such can be automatically downloaded and then the user can add to fields such as condition, buying price,location, etc.

I have quite a number in a dBase file but it takes forever to manually enter everything. The CD program works like a champ but the CD's and LP's generally differ with respect to song order, icluded songs, release dates and such.

I would be obliged if someone can steer me towards such a program.
4yanx
txtechiebb30
6 posts
 
I'll provide the same answer I provided to you a little while back from a post on a related topic (L.P. Cataloging Sytem Advice), it looks like CD Trustee "Professional" is what you're looking for! ;)

Since you already like and use CD Trustee, this would seem like the perfect choice for you (no re-learning involved).

Wes
4yanx OP
1,576 posts
 
Oh, I think you may be exactly right, Wes. Thanks!! I had missed your response in that previous post. The only drawback I see is that it is still a CD-based database and one would have to delete songs on a CD that are not on an LP and rearrange the order in mnay cases. Too, the release number would be incorrect. However, it would save a ton of time as opposed to doing it ALL manually.
txtechiebb30
6 posts
 
That's what I was thinking... I think it's your best solution, for now - it will still automate much of the data entry for you. ; )

Wes
4yanx OP
1,576 posts
 
I took the plunge and ordered the "Pro" version. They send a CD to you in the mail which upgrades the standard version to "Pro" and contains the database. In the meantime they allow one to download the standard version. Since, I cataloged my entire CD collection (about 500) in something like 8 hours total. Will update folks on how the database works to catalog LP's.
cardiackid
63 posts
 
Is there a MAC version or a program similar to CD Trustee software?
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