Encoding formats

[Wiles]

I've had an Ipod for a while, but I really haven't put much music on it.

I want to encode my CD Library but I'm not sure how I should go about doing it. As I understand it Ipods can play MP3 or AAC. Which format sounds better? What bitrate should I use (I'd prefer to have a balance of good quality and compression)

Thank you:beard:

 

[EricB]

I've had an Ipod for a while, but I really haven't put much music on it.

I want to encode my CD Library but I'm not sure how I should go about doing it. As I understand it Ipods can play MP3 or AAC. Which format sounds better? What bitrate should I use (I'd prefer to have a balance of good quality and compression)

Thank you:beard:

320kbps AAC

 

[Wiles]

Thanks for the reply.

Are there any free AAC encoders that can encode at 320kps? I don't think Itunes goes above 128 (or I'm dense and didn't figure out how!)

Another question is there any advantage to choosing a variable bitrate? Or should I stay away fromt that altogether?

 

[EricB]

Thanks for the reply.

Are there any free AAC encoders that can encode at 320kps? I don't think Itunes goes above 128 (or I'm dense and didn't figure out how!)

Another question is there any advantage to choosing a variable bitrate? Or should I stay away fromt that altogether?

set itunes to custom, then raise it.

use variable bitrate when you are encoding at lower level, i.e 128kbps

 

[Wiles]

Ripping with itunes has reminded me of how much I dislike itunes!

Thanks for pointing out what I was missing for changing the bitrate. After ripping one CD however I think I'd like to try another program. Any suggestions?

 

[EricB]

win amp pro or nero

 

[The General]

If you are asking a question like this, 192kbps MP3 will sound perfectly fine for you.