how to convert tapes to mp3 files
In order to record audio tapes into MP3 format, get the following things: 1  A computer with a sound card. 2  WAV File Recording Application (sometimes called Ripping program). 3  Application to change the format of a WAV file into an MP3 file (called âencoderâ).4  A cable with a 1/8â³ mini plug on each end. Rip â to extract music from a CD (WAV file). 2  However, music can also be ripped from an audio tape, vinyl record, or other media using a Line Input from a soundcard. 3  Encode â to take a file, usually a large WAV file, and process it to a new format. 4  Formats can be MP3, WMA, OGG, etc.