What is the best way to transfer stuff from cassette tape to computer? I'm a complete novice at this. I bought a patch cord from cassette player to computer mike but the result was totally bad. There is probably something (a lot) I don't know about doing this. Special software? Or wrong settings in software I used? Can anyone direct me to beginner's tutorial on this?
Hi cybercron, I use CDex (freeware) to record.(menu item tools/record from analog...) Set the format from the settings first.The record dialog lets you record for a set length of time.(in seconds) Add a minute or two to the length.(eg. 90 minute tape -> 46 or 47 minutes per side) There is is checkbox to name the files sequentially.LAME at 320 kbits approx. 110 MB per side,WAV about 4 xtimes that.Tape out to soundcard line-in. Do not put volume high,better to normalize after to avoid distortion (clipping). Nero wave editor lets you select portion between songs to use for noise analysis.Then select all track and reduce noise. Also use dehiss and declick.You can also try equalizer to reduce certain frequencies.(I reduce 8kHz range.)Noise reduction (using noise print) and declick/dehiss give good results. Finally I use Blaze MP editor to save individual tracks,normalize, etc. Good luck.Write me if you have questions.
Thanks! I'll go get CDex. I'll write when I make my first effort and let you know how it went (or holler for help if I get stuck). CyberCrone
