Source medium is hard disk

The advantage of burning audio files that are on a hard disk is that the CD can be written using 'Disk-at-Once'. This means that you can get more out of the functionality of many recorders. For example, you can write CD text, specify the pause length or set additional index positions - these capabilities are only available with 'Disc-at-Once'.

The disadvantage is that the audio files need storage space on the hard disk. Depending on the audio format, around 10 MB per minute is required (in WAV format). If the files are compressed, e.g. in MP3 format, then the space requirement is cut by 90%. You can test the advantages of MP3 compression with Nero: You can convert up to 30 audio files to MP3 format. The chapter 'Saving audio tracks' tells you how to do this.

The chapter 'Burning audio files from your hard disk' explains how to burn compilations with copied audio tracks.


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