burning audio CD vs. mp3

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schmoel Author

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burning audio CD vs. mp3

My car stereo is MP3 compatible, so should will burning in MP3 mode allow me to fit more songs on a CD?

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Posted on Nov 29, 2007 10:02 PM

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Answer 1

Niel

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Nov 29, 2007 11:19 PM in response to schmoel

Yes. MP3 song files are much smaller for a given amount of music than those used on an audio CD.

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Answer 2

Abac

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Nov 30, 2007 4:35 AM in response to schmoel

The bitrate used for the mp3 varies, but mp3's are typically 10:1 smaller than the original CD file. Since you are contemplating a car audio solution, sound quality isn't the #1 issue, so you probably don't need to worry yourself with using a CD.

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