How to rip music from CDs & upload it to your player Cleaning music from analogue sources so that tape hiss clicks hum & crackles are removed Solving common problems with iPods & MP3 players finding mislaid music files on a hard disc etc MP3 players can store thousands of your favourite music tracks that can then be played & enjoyed just about anywhere & at any time. In the past moving to a new type of player usually meant replacing your entire library of music with recordings to suit the new format but now the situation is different with MP3 players & iPods. You can of course download music from the internet & upload it to your player but it is also possible to transfer music from CDs to your PC & then upload it to the player. Once you know how it is even possible to record & upload music from analogue sources such as LPs & compact cassettes. This book provides clear & practical information that makes it easier & more enjoyable to use your iPod or MP3 player & enables you to get the most out of your machine. For a full table of contents please visit the Maplin website. Amongst the many useful topics covered are The differences between the various music formats & how to convert from one format to another Solving compatibility issues & changing the bit rates of files that are too fast for your player Removing unwanted gaps between tracks & avoiding glitches in ripped music Recording music from analogue sources such as cassettes & LPs & uploading it to your iPod or MP3 player This book is essential reading for anyone who owns an iPod or MP3 player or is contemplating buying one & will help you get the maximum enjoyment from your machine.