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LPs to iTunes on a Mac?

Just switched to Apple from years of Windows based machines and I'm wanting to import a ton of vinyl to iTunes. Any recommendations as to what software/connections to accomplish this?

I'd used Xitel's "Inport Deluxe" for awhile on my last Windows machine and was very pleased with it. Unfortunately, they don't seem to make this program for Macs but if there's something similar on the market that's compatible with OS X 10.5.5, I'd love to find out about it. Also, If I'm overlooking something that's included on my iMac (iMac 24" with the iLife suite included) that would do this job straight out of the box, please clue me in....I'm learning, but slowly!

Thanks.
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herman
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"GarageBand" came with your Mac and will handle the software but you may want something more powerful. Audacity is a free program that offers a bit more and there are many pro level programs since the Mac is the choice of the pros. The full blown versions are expensive but most offer a stripped down version that will be more than enough for recording 2 channels and the outboard Analog/digital converters usually come with Mac software. I would go with a firewire model since Apple has embraced that interface.

On the cheap you can feed analog straight into the iMac and use GarageBand, no cost. Beyond that there are a ton of analog/digital converters and programs available. Go to Musicians Friend website to see the scope. Apogee Duet gets good reviews as mid/high level unit at $500 but I have no personal experience.

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