Are your record albums, cassette tapes or VHS tapes sitting idly in a dark, dusty closet somewhere?
Did you buy a new car only to find out that it did not come with a cassette player or even an option for one?
Or, are you a member of the “Transition Generation”, those who have witnessed the technology shift from analog to digital?
Maybe you still maintain a turntable, cassette deck or VCR, which you use to listen to your tunes and watch movies just as you have for decades. But it’s more likely that you’ve been staring at those piles of records and tapes and wondering if there’s some easy way to transfer them to the latest technology. You have imagined on more than one occassion how nice it would be to have your music collection or VHS tapes in a format that can play in your car, home stereo, MP3 player, iPod*, portable CD player, computer or DVD player — without having to buy them all over again.
The consumer electronics audio industry has responded with a plethora of affordable transfer devices. BUT, with all of the choices which one is the best for your situation? Well do not fear, Price Delight’s Technical Support Department has provided the following list to help you determine the solution that is right for you.
OPTION 1: RECORD VINYL AND CASSETTE TAPES DIRECTLY TO CD
Lasonic ANQ-800R Entertainment System with Built-In CD Recorder
With this unit you can convert all of your vinyl records and cassette tapes to CD in minutes with just a few simple steps. It records those records and tapes into a digital audio format for high quality sound on a smaller, more modern compact disc. This unit does not require a computer, a stereo or any technical expertise. And the ANQ-800R does not retire to a closet somewhere when you are done recording. It is a complete audio entertainment system in a nostalgic style that includes a 3-speed record player, a cassette tape player and an AM/FM radio.
OPTION 2: RECORD VINYL DIRECTLY TO CD
With any of the following units you can convert all of your vinyl records to CD in minutes with just a few simple steps. They record those records into a digital audio format for high quality sound on a smaller, more modern compact disc. These units do not require a computer, a stereo or any technical expertise. And these models do not retire to a closet somewhere when you are done recording either. Each one includes a 3-speed record player and an AM/FM radio in a modern black finish design.
Victoria GDI- C2CDRW 3-IN-1 Entertainment System with Built-In CD Burner
The Retrowriter offers classic 50’s styling in a compact design.
Teac LP-R400 Stereo System and Turntable with Built-In CD Recorder
Teac’s Entry Level Recorder System
Teac GF-350 Turntable/CD Recorder System with Amplifier
Teac’s Mid-Level Recording System
Teac GF-650 Stereo System and Professional Turntable with Built-In CD Recorder
Teac’s Professional Grade Recording System
OPTION 3: CONVERT VINYLTO MP3 FORMAT
All of the following models are the fastest and easiest way to convert your vinyl records to an MP3 format and transfer them to your computer’s hard drive. From there you can transfer tem to any MP3 player or burn them to a CD using any free MP3 conversion software available on the internet and your computer’s CD burner. Each unit includes software that allows you to clean up the sound of your records. It’s like magic! Before you know it, you’ll be listening to songs you haven’t heard in years in your car, on your iPod* or your MP3 player.
Ion LP2CD USB Turntable with Direct-to-CD Recording
Ion’s flagship unit offers the best of both worlds. A turntable with a built-in CD Burner that can also connect to your computer.
Grace Digital GDI-VW00 VinylWriter Pico Turntable for USB to PC
The perfect compact solution to quickly record your vinyl albums to your PC or MAC.
Grace Digital GDI-VW03 VinylWriter Boca Turntable for USB to PC
The turntable to use as a stand alone record player or to record your vinyl albums to your PC or MAC.
Grace Digital Vinylwriter AVPUSB01S Digital USB to PC Recordable Turntable
Record all your vinyl as MP3 files and import them into your computer music library
ION Audio iPTUSB Portable Digital USB to PC Recordable Turntable with Built-in Speaker
Turn your records into MP3s anywhere.
Ion iTTUSB Digital USB to PC Recordable Turntable
As seen on the History Channel’s Modern Marvels
Ion iTTUSB05 Digital USB to PC Recordable Turntable with Dust Cover
Ion’s entry-level USB turntable, compete with dust cover.
Audio Technica LP-To-Digital Recording System With USB
Audio-Technica makes it easier than ever to transfer your albums to digital files.
Numark TTXUSB Professional Record Turntable with USB
A modern classic with computer connectivity.
TEAC LP-U200 USB Recorder and CD Player with AM/FM Radio
Teac’s USB turntable.
OPTION 4: TRANSFER VINYL DIRECTLY TO IPOD*
Ion LP DOCK USB Turntable with Universal Dock for iPod* Transfer
A Revolutionary new USB turntable that transfers your vinyl collection to your iPod*.
You can also use the included recording software to archive your records to CD or MP3. LP DOCK also has a line-level output for connecting to any home stereo with an AUX input. You can now digitally archive your collection in just a few mouse clicks.
OPTION 5: CONVERT CASSETTE TAPES TO MP3 FORMAT
Ion Tape2PC Audio USB to PC Cassette Tape Archiver
The fastest and easiest way to convert your cassette tapes to an MP3 format and transfer them to your computer’s hard drive. From there you can transfer tem to any MP3 player or burn them to a CD using any free MP3 conversion software available on the internet and your computer’s CD burner. It includes software that allows you to clean up the sound of your tapes. And when you’re finished archiving your cassettes to your computer, TAPE 2 PC can connect to your stereo system using standard RCA cables for convenient cassette listening in your living room, garage, or wherever your stereo system resides.
OPTION 6: TRANSFER VINYL TO AN SD CARD OR A MEMORY STICK
Victoria Classic Retro 1950’s Styling Recorder With AM/FM Radio
Record and play all your records to USB flash drive or SD Card. Listen to the radio, vinyl records, or CD’s through two full-range speakers.
OPTION 7 CONNECT ANY AUDIO DEVICE TO A PC AND COVERT TO MP3
Ion U Record Music Archive System
Connect your turntable or any audio source to your computer to digitize your music. The U Record USB music archive system lets you easily convert your favorite records and tapes to MP3 format using your turntable or tape player and computer. From there you can transfer tem to any MP3 player or burn them to a CD using any free MP3 conversion software available on the internet and your computer’s CD burner. The software automatically imports the music directly to your iTunes library. Included Audacity software reduces clicks, pops, hiss and other noises from worn recordings to restore the full quality of your vinyl or tapes.
OPTION 8: TRANSFER VHS TAPES TO ANY COMPUTER
Ion VCR 2 PC USB to PC VHS Video to Computer Converter
Rediscover your movies and other videos then watch them anywhere. VCR 2 PC is an innovative new VHS player with single-cable USB output. With VCR 2 PC you can save all of your favorite home movies and videos straight to your PC. Once you save your precious memories to your computer, they will be saved forever in pristine digital format. The included EZ VHS Converter software lets you burn your videos to DVD, watch on your PSP, iPod* or laptop computer. Exported MPEG4 video is compatible with select mobile phones and portable multimedia devices. Connect your VHS, VHS-C, or 8MM camcorder to the front panel jacks to backup your camcorder videos. When you’re finished archiving your videos to your computer, VCR 2 PC is the perfect VHS player for any room in the house.
All of these products and much more are now available at www.pricedelight.com
* iPod and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries
By: Michael Climo
Archive for November, 2009
Vinyl Records and Cassettes Tapes in a Digital World
November 29th, 2009New Music Production Course Gives New Producers Interns to Major Record Label
November 28th, 2009Music Producer Pro covers almost everything with Music Production, learning how to make music from home has now become very easy and is so user friendly even a baby could do it. Music Producer Pro is all about giving you the information you need to succeed within the music industry, there are loads of video tutorials covering the most used Music Production Software such as Fruity Loops, Reason and Logic Pro.
Music Producer Pro can be used by newbie to advanced producers and is highly recommended by every body that uses it. You do not have to take 2 years at college to learn what you can in your own time from home so the quality and information is on point, you will learn how to make beats, and your knowledge in the music industry will be higher than when you started.
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Good Luck,
Jay Bailey
By: Jay Bailey
How to record SHOUTcast streaming music?
November 27th, 2009SHOUTcast is server software for streaming media developed by Nullsoft. It allows digital audio content, primarily in MP3 or HE-AAC format, to be broadcast to and from media player software, enabling hobbyists and professionals to create Internet radio networks. At least one GPL’d compatible streaming system also exists, Icecast.SHOUTcast is cross-platform, and freeware.
SHOUTcast is great! So you want to setup your PC to listen? Here we go! All you need is a few special files, a couple of clicks here and there, and guess what! You can listen to SHOUTcast audio streams to your heart’s content. While listening to those beautiful music, sure there are some you have to record for your collection, right? The truth is you can record SHOUTcast music and streams. Here’s what you need: Wondershare Audio Recorder, the SHOUTcast recorder is a great software for you to record SHOUTcast and you know what, it’s easy to use. SHOUTcast recorder’s powerful function will greatly help you to record SHOUTcast.
The following steps will help you to achieve to record SHOUTcast:
Step1: Download and install Wondershare Radio Recorder.
Step2: Search & Play SHOUTcast Station
Wondershare Radio Recorder provides you 27,000+ popular internet radio stations of SHOUTcast protocol. You can search any internet stations.
Step3: Record
Right-click the station you are playing and select “Record”.
Please remember to click “Setting” first to preset the output path of recorded files. The recorded files will be listed in the file list.
After recording, you may click “Browse” to check it or right-click the selected file to play.
Tips to record SHOUTcast streaming music:
Record internet radio to MP3, ACC, AC3, M4A, WMA
What’s more, you may add new radio station channels by PLS SHOUTcast file, just click http://www.shoutcast.com/ to reach free internet radio – SHOUTcast Radio, and then download whatever PLS file you want. Then click “Add Station” to import the downloaded PLS file. After that, you could play, record or rename the radio stations of PLS files as you like. And record SHOUTcast music whenever you want.
Conclusion: You can easily record SHOUTcast music with SHOUTcast recorder. From now on, you will not be bothered by the way to record SHOUTcast. While SHOUTcast has a mass storage of radio music, you will have your own large collection of music library. Just go and record SHOUTcast.
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