as an audiophile, i'm kind of disappointed at my first attempt at burning an mp3 disc. the sound in the car in terms of bass is either too much or too little. any advice on software that might be able to balance this out? also, what bit rate do you use. better yet, please post your procedure for burning (i.e. all software used for obtaining and burning tracks with identifiers).
thanks,
ric

 

I use Nero and all my MP3's are 128 bit. I use the CDR on a Pioneer 9400 HU and it sounds good to me.

 

128 is ok and 192 is definately better. If you want the true sound...go maximum(I think it's 320)

 

Nero has a selection of filters that will equalize, normalize the volume etc etc during the burn process.

 

Since you have changing bass response within a CD, it's probably not the burning process that's at issue but rather the source MP3's. Did you rip them or were they downloaded? Do you know if they were ripped at 128? Also, if you have a mix of older and newer tracks, you will notice a huge difference in bass response because the frequencies we hear via a subwoofer in today's music was largely ignored up until 10 years or so ago. (Think about AM radio!) You should rule these issues out before worrying about your software.

Regarding compression, 128 bit is considered CD quality. The true test would be to rip a store bought audio CD to MP3 and then burn 2 audio CD's, one at 128 and one at 256. Have somebody else put them into player and see if you can tell the difference. I always use 128 bit (I also use Nero) and I have been happy. I will do this test when I upgrade my stereo.

Hope this helps.

jd

 

thanks for all the input. i believe the source of the bass difference are the source downloaded mp3s. i'm using 192K. i'll go in the 320s on the next try using nero.

 

for sure its a source issue. i'm seeing the same thing on my newly upgraded system. the quality of the speakers are definately revealing weaknesses in the source.

 

Right there with you rico, downloaded MP3s are all over the place with regards to volume/equalization levels. I don't download anything under 192 (unless it's a live recording, then 128 is OK).

Has anyone ever experienced longevity problems with their burned CDRs? I'm starting to get some bit-error noises out of a disc I burned 2+ years ago, not sure if the CD has been scratched, or is just breaking down from repeated heat exposure. I've heard CDRs aren't supposed to be as durable as commercially produced CDs, and CDRW is 10x worse.

Jeff

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by jeffbrig
[B]Has anyone ever experienced longevity problems with their burned CDRs?