[zapper7]

I have a new Dell with lots of memory that I want to upload all my music on. I use it on a daily basis for work, so sending it would not be an option.
I hear lots of talk on this subject, but would like to know the best application options for 2 channel listening & burning.
Right now I am just using the Yahoo Jukebox for these things, but would like to know what other options are better.
THanks

[Bob in St. Louis]

Hi Zapper, you're in a similar situation as I, assuming you're going for 'audiophile' quality recording/burning. Here's the thread I've got going so far.
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=33641.0

Bob

[zapper7]

Thanks, I knew somebody else probably started this conversation.

[Bob in St. Louis]

Welcome to the club.
It's one of those topics that never dies (people like you and me keep it alive. )
It's like asking, "What speaker wire should I use?" "Should I burn it in first?"
"Should I upgrade my power cable?" 

Bob

[zapper7]

Its funny cause I just burned my first CD Sunday with the Yahoo Jukebox, and was impressed at the sound and how nothing was really "wrong".
I like that CD Extractor, it does seem easy and is compatable with the FLAC everyone likes.
I'll see what makes sence as I read more of the info on the threads here.

[Bob in St. Louis]

Got anymore pics of that HT of yours????

Bob

[zapper7]

Actually, I am getting an Earthquake sub, after an audition, for the theater as the full range Silverlines I have don't need it for music, and I am getting new monoblocks for the Silverlines aa
I even have buyers for the old equipment, thank you Xmas time.
I will post new pics when all has arrived.
It looks like you room is great too. Did you plan it dedicated, or rearrange for it? It is a shame I am here alone in Reno, would love to host meetings, etc, but not alot of interest in the north desert.

Getting back to the computer, I have chatted with others and read the memory requirements. I have no more than maybe 1500 songs, so that amount will not tax the memory in my computer much, I think the EAC seems to be interesting, but I did burn that 1st cd and the sound is quite nice. I might try the EAC and flac, but if it gets to difficult or doesn't work for me, I will just stay with my Yahoo.

 

[avta]

zapper7

You might consider using an external hard drive to store your music files. The prices for them have dropped quite a bit in the past year. It's a convenient way to store the files and allows you to add files easily as your library grows as well as freeing up your primary hard disc.

[mjosef]

Internal drives are much cheaper than External ones, and seem to be more reliable too. 400G SATA for $100-110 internal...haven't seen any Externals to match that.