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Some help setting up a PC based audio system.

I want to transfer my CDs to a computer and use this as a front end. I have a friend who has an older MAC MINI he is willing to give me. I really don't know alot about computers so I wanted to know if an older one would work alright for audio. Is there an operating system that works better than others? Is Itunes OK to use or would another program work better? I purchased a Wyred 4 Sound DAC2 so I could use the usb input. Any advise would surly help. Thanks, Paul.
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reubent
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An older MAC Mini makes a great digital rig. Just run iTunes for simplicity. Be sure to rip your CDs in lossless format like AAIF and be sure to turn on error correction when ripping. Connect the Wyred4 Sound DAC via USB and you are all set.

There are some great MAC tuning ideas on Larry Moore's Ultra Fi site and on Gordon Rankin's Wavelength Audio site. Well, at least there was last time I checked about a year ago. Also, Computer Audiophile is a good resource for digital music systems.

Enjoy,

TIC
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