CDA to MP3 Converter

About This Tool

This tool converts CDA (CDDA) audio tracks from physical CDs, disc images, or extracted PCM streams into MP3 files. It supports batch processing, preserving track order, naming, and destination structure. Conceptually, it decodes CDDA frames to PCM, then encodes to MP3 using a selectable bitrate, sample rate, and channel configuration. Output can be tailored for consumer playback or archive quality. Benefits include digitizing physical libraries, creating portable playlists, and enabling metadata reuse in streaming pipelines. Unique value lies in robust batch handling, metadata mapping, and error-tolerant processing that continues when a track is unreadable, logging issues for later review. Core features include configurable bitrate (e.g., 128–320 kbps), optional VBR/CBR, sample rate choices (44.1/48 kHz), stereo or mono output, and ID3 tag preservation from CD metadata. The tool operates without assuming UI dependencies, focusing on the data flow: sources, encoding parameters, and outputs. Typical use cases include digitizing a CD collection, converting a CD image for streaming libraries, or producing portable MP3s for production work. The approach emphasizes standards-compliant MP3 encoding and metadata integrity, enabling seamless import into media players and libraries. If a track lacks metadata, the tool can generate logical filenames based on track numbers, ensuring consistent organization across large batches.

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