Freeware Equivalent to LP Ripper?

[Zo]

Anyone know of a freeware equivalent to LP Ripper?

LP Ripper makes the task of converting vinyl LPs, tapes and cassettes
to MP3 files or CDs much easier. Just record each side of your LP as a
single WAV file on your computer. LP Ripper automatically splits the
file into a separate WAV file for each track. Optionally, it can also
call your MP3 or WMA encoder to produce a separate compressed file for
each track. You can listen to previews of tracks and visually trim the
start and finish.

I've Google searched and cannot find anything that will duplicate the
function of this one.

Zo

 

[Susan Bugher]

Anyone know of a freeware equivalent to LP Ripper?

LP Ripper makes the task of converting vinyl LPs, tapes and cassettes
to MP3 files or CDs much easier. Just record each side of your LP as a
single WAV file on your computer. LP Ripper automatically splits the
file into a separate WAV file for each track. Optionally, it can also
call your MP3 or WMA encoder to produce a separate compressed file for
each track. You can listen to previews of tracks and visually trim the
start and finish.

I've Google searched and cannot find anything that will duplicate the
function of this one.

Hi Zo,

Take a look at wave repair:

http://www.waverepair.com/

Shareware that has a freeware option that allows you to record and split
tracks. I use it as freeware and like it a lot.

<q>
Wave Repair is shareware. After the initial 30 day trial period, it must
be registered in order to continue using it. However, some of the
facilities continue to work without time limit:

* Direct to hard disk recording with accurate metering and digital
clipping detection
* Track splitting/cue sheet creation in preparation for CDR burns.

If you only want to use Wave Repair for hard disk recording and track
splitting, it can be considered "freeware". There is no need to be
register it in this case. (You will, of course, have to put up with the
"unregistered copy" nag screen when the program starts up).
</q>

4.8.5 (latest release) 1,029 KB

http://homepages.nildram.co.uk/~abcomp/wr485install.exe

<q>
Note that installation of Wave Repair creates a single EXE file plus its
associated help file and user manual. It does not install any DLLs,
ActiveXs, and so on; nor does it update any system configuration files.
</q>

Susan
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[Frank Hahn]

Take a look at wave repair:

http://www.waverepair.com/

Shareware that has a freeware option that allows you to record and
split tracks. I use it as freeware and like it a lot.

I also like this program, but have been afraid to mention it because of
the dual nature (shareware/freeware) of the program.

People always seem to be looking for a program to record sound to their
hard drive. I have used it in the freeware mode to record both records
and tapes to the hard drive and then converting them to music CDs. I
also like the large display as it is recording so that you can see it
across the room.

As far as splitting the large wave file automatically, it does not do
that, but you can search for silent areas in the wave file and place
markers where you want the file split.

 

[Susan Bugher]

I also like this program, but have been afraid to mention it because of
the dual nature (shareware/freeware) of the program.

The author allows one part of the program to be used as freeware and
does *not* cripple *those* functions. A nice straightforward approach
IMO - much better than some of the game playing that's going on with
other program's Liteware versions . . .

People always seem to be looking for a program to record sound to their
hard drive. I have used it in the freeware mode to record both records
and tapes to the hard drive and then converting them to music CDs. I
also like the large display as it is recording so that you can see it
across the room.

As far as splitting the large wave file automatically, it does not do
that, but you can search for silent areas in the wave file and place
markers where you want the file split.

The program *can* do this automatically: it can search for silent areas
and place the markers for you. When the search is done you can tell it
to split the file where the markers are - or you can listen, make
adjustments and *then* tell it to split the file. The search works well
when the tracks have good separation - when they fade into one another
you may end up with way to many markers and have remove and/ or reset
them . . .

Susan
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[dadiOH]

As far as splitting the large wave file automatically, it does not
do that, but you can search for silent areas in the wave file and
place markers where you want the file split.

It will if you push "Auto Split". Better to do in manually though.

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[A]

I also like this program, but have been afraid to mention it because of
the dual nature (shareware/freeware) of the program.

People always seem to be looking for a program to record sound to their
hard drive. I have used it in the freeware mode to record both records
and tapes to the hard drive and then converting them to music CDs. I
also like the large display as it is recording so that you can see it
across the room.

As far as splitting the large wave file automatically, it does not do
that, but you can search for silent areas in the wave file and place
markers where you want the file split.

And, what's also nice--it will produce a cue file if you wish. It is the
best freeware cue file editor there is, I think (allows 0-index, etc.).

It will not call an mp3 encoder as the original post had wanted, but who
cares.

 

[Zo]

Thanks to Susan and the rest of you for the input. I'm really looking for
the
"automatic split" feature because I presently do it manually and that is
very time consuming. Downloading now..... Thanks again .

Zo

 

[John Corliss]

(snip)
Wave Repair is shareware. After the initial 30 day trial period, it must
be registered in order to continue using it. However, some of the
facilities continue to work without time limit:

* Direct to hard disk recording with accurate metering and digital
clipping detection
* Track splitting/cue sheet creation in preparation for CDR burns.

If you only want to use Wave Repair for hard disk recording and track
splitting, it can be considered "freeware".

No it can not. See below.

There is no need to be
register it in this case. (You will, of course, have to put up with the
"unregistered copy" nag screen when the program starts up).
(snip)

So you're promoting shareware and nagware in this group now, are you
Susan. Real classy. What's next, spyware? Warez? VIRUSES?

**** it, why don't we just change the name of this group to
"alt.comp.anykindofsoftware"?

 

[John Corliss]

I would like to add that when a person in your position (maintaining
the Pricelessware page) starts *actively promoting non-freeware* in
this group, then things have gone too far and the group is no longer
functional. You haven't a grasp of the definition of freeware and in
my opinion, you should step down from maintaining the Pricelessware page.

 

[Vic Dura]

F*** it, why don't we just change the name of this group to
"alt.comp.anykindofsoftware"?

Well, maybe alt.comp.Corliss would be better so you can have a
reasonable basis for wanting to make the rules.

Thanks for raising this whole issue again. It has really been too
pleasant around here.

 

[Vic Dura]

I would like to add that when a person in your position (maintaining
the Pricelessware page) starts *actively promoting non-freeware* in
this group, then things have gone too far and the group is no longer
functional. You haven't a grasp of the definition of freeware and in
my opinion, you should step down from maintaining the Pricelessware page.

Now really Mr. Corliss. Ms. Burger is IMO one of the hardest working
participants in the NG. IMO your criticism is entirely excessive, even
for you.

 

[vsj]

I would like to add that when a person in your position
(maintaining the Pricelessware page) starts *actively promoting
non-freeware* in this group, then things have gone too far and the
group is no longer functional. You haven't a grasp of the
definition of freeware and in my opinion, you should step down
from maintaining the Pricelessware page.

What is next, John? You have comprised your own FAQ, you police ACF,
and now you want Susan's job. Sorry 'bout ya. I'll keep Susan. This is
entirely MHO.

 

[vsj]

I would like to add that when a person in your position
(maintaining the Pricelessware page) starts *actively promoting
non-freeware* in this group, then things have gone too far and the
group is no longer functional. You haven't a grasp of the
definition of freeware and in my opinion, you should step down
from maintaining the Pricelessware page.

What is next, John? You have comprised your own FAQ, you police ACF,
and now you want Susan's job. Sorry 'bout ya. I'll keep Susan. This is
entirely MHO.

vsj

 

[Zo]

The program *can* do this automatically: it can search for silent areas
and place the markers for you. When the search is done you can tell it
to split the file where the markers are - or you can listen, make
adjustments and *then* tell it to split the file. The search works well
when the tracks have good separation - when they fade into one another
you may end up with way to many markers and have remove and/ or reset
them . . .

Susan

Just what I was looking for Susan, I did a test run on one side of a LP and
the auto split function worked great. What a time saver. Thanks again. .

Zo

 

[Clive Backham]

No it can not. See below.

Pardon me for interjecting, but as the author of Wave Repair perhaps I
might be permitted to clarify the situation?

1. Wave Repair is shareware. It is not freeware in the formal sense of
the word. Therefore I can understand that some people might object to
it being mentioned in a freeware newsgroup.

2. Some of the facilities in Wave Repair (those under discussion here)
remain fully functional without time limit, and I specifically do not
expect the program to be registered for those purposes. Please note
the quotation marks when I say that in this case it can be considered
"freeware". One screen pops up when the program is started, and the
user has to click a button (or hit the return key); that is all.
Perhaps I should instead describe it as "nagware", but that might give
the impression that it's a clapped-out horse fit only for the
knacker's yard

3. As far as I am aware, Wave Repair is the only program around which
does what the original poster wants and is legal to use without
payment. The other obvious contender is CD Wave (www.cdwave.com),
which is a fine program. Unless the author has changed it recently, it
does remain fully functional without registration, but to continue
using it without paying ($15, I think) is technically illegal.

My apologies if any of the above is in breach of this newsgroup's
etiquette.

 

[Susan Bugher]

Pardon me for interjecting, but as the author of Wave Repair perhaps I
might be permitted to clarify the situation?

1. Wave Repair is shareware. It is not freeware in the formal sense of
the word. Therefore I can understand that some people might object to
it being mentioned in a freeware newsgroup.

2. Some of the facilities in Wave Repair (those under discussion here)
remain fully functional without time limit, and I specifically do not
expect the program to be registered for those purposes. Please note
the quotation marks when I say that in this case it can be considered
"freeware". One screen pops up when the program is started, and the
user has to click a button (or hit the return key); that is all.
Perhaps I should instead describe it as "nagware", but that might give
the impression that it's a clapped-out horse fit only for the
knacker's yard

3. As far as I am aware, Wave Repair is the only program around which
does what the original poster wants and is legal to use without
payment. The other obvious contender is CD Wave (www.cdwave.com),
which is a fine program. Unless the author has changed it recently, it
does remain fully functional without registration, but to continue
using it without paying ($15, I think) is technically illegal.

My apologies if any of the above is in breach of this newsgroup's
etiquette.

Hello Clive,

Thank you for posting. There actually is plenty of light - the post you
responded to was an attempt to turn up the heat. The objection to Wave
Repair was not an objection to the program per se - it was a personal
attack aimed at me for daring to recommend it.

The definition of Freeware and other Wares is a constant topic and
frequent battleground in this newsgroup. Wave repair does *not* meet the
ACF definition of pure Freeware. *I* would characterize Wave Repair as
Liteware and (very polite) Nagware - as those terms are generally used
in the alt.comp.freeware newsgroup.

Note: I think the explanation on your web site is a model of clarity. I
am not in any way suggesting you should change it.

The alt.comp.freeware definition of Freeware is quite stringent - see:

http://www.pricelessware.org/2003/info2003PL.htm#Wares

<quote>
Freeware: Legally obtainable software that you may use at no cost,
monetary or otherwise, for as long as you wish.
</quote>

In the case of Wave Repair, the non-monetary costs include the
additional size of the program (because it contains programming for
functions that are not available in the unregistered mode) and the
necessity to click on a nag screen.

I have used the recording functions of Wave Repair for some time. In my
opinion it is a *fine* program. To the best of *my* knowledge also there
is no other free software that does what the original poster wanted and
is legal to use without payment. (The question comes up on a fairly
regular basis in this group.)

The free *uncrippled* recording and track splitting portion of your
program is very useful. I commend you on a very straightforware division
between free and $ware.

I have recommended Wave Repair before in ACF and I intend to recommend
again when it meets the needs of a request. If you see flames do not be
alarmed . . .

Susan
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[Vic Dura]

Clive Backham wrote:

Hello Clive,

Thank you for posting. There actually is plenty of light - the post you
responded to was an attempt to turn up the heat. The objection to Wave
Repair was not an objection to the program per se - it was a personal
attack aimed at me for daring to recommend it.

The definition of Freeware and other Wares is a constant topic and
frequent battleground in this newsgroup. Wave repair does *not* meet the
ACF definition of pure Freeware. *I* would characterize Wave Repair as
Liteware and (very polite) Nagware - as those terms are generally used
in the alt.comp.freeware newsgroup.

Note: I think the explanation on your web site is a model of clarity. I
am not in any way suggesting you should change it.

The alt.comp.freeware definition of Freeware is quite stringent - see:

http://www.pricelessware.org/2003/info2003PL.htm#Wares

<quote>
Freeware: Legally obtainable software that you may use at no cost,
monetary or otherwise, for as long as you wish.
</quote>

Clive,

Thank you for your post, and thank you for allowing parts of your
program to be legally used without payment.

Also, please note that the stringent freeware definition above is not
accepted by many participants in a.c.f. Many hold the view the it is
not accepted by a majority of the participants.

 

[Lester Horwinkle]

The alt.comp.freeware definition of Freeware is quite stringent - see:

http://www.pricelessware.org/2003/info2003PL.htm#Wares

<quote>
Freeware: Legally obtainable software that you may use at no cost,
monetary or otherwise, for as long as you wish.
</quote>

I would hardly call that **stringent**. Indeed, it's quite loose.

Based on the definitions at the referenced site, **freeware** includes
adware, betaware, cdware, crippleware, liteware, malware, nagware,
requestware, and spyware.

 

[Susan Bugher]

Susan Bugher wrote:

Just what I was looking for Susan, I did a test run on one side of a LP and
the auto split function worked great. What a time saver. Thanks again. .

Hi Zo,

One more tip - if you want to set or reset a marker manually - be
sure to investigate the zoom functions thoroughly - you can select a
small portion and zoom right in on it - then zoom again if you want to -
very quick and easy - I did it the hard way for a quite a while -
perhaps I can save you a bit of time.

Susan
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[Vic Dura]

I would hardly call that **stringent**. Indeed, it's quite loose.

Based on the definitions at the referenced site, **freeware** includes
adware, betaware, cdware, crippleware, liteware, malware, nagware,
requestware, and spyware.

They use the "otherwise" to eliminate anything they consider impure.