The simplest way to get good sound is to use FreeRIP MP3 (a freeware CD to MP3 converter) and convert sound to either ..
1) 128 - if you want good sound but as much more on one CD as possible
2) 160 - if you want a good balance between quality and file size
3) 192 - if you want great quality.
Bitrates above these (like 256 and 320) will sound just like 192 in most car setups unless you have some ultra high end setup.
Variable bitrate is another option .. you can try a VBR setting between 128-192, which will also give you great results.
A word of caution - don't re-encode (or transcode) MP3 to a lower/higher bitrate MP3. You will only lose quality in the process, unless its s 320/256kbit MP3 that you are trying to convert to 160 or 192, in which case its actually ok.
If you're looking for an encoder with lots of options and also support for about 50 audio formats (gasp!), search for GX Transcoder. FreeRIP MP3 comes with lame built-in so you don't need to worry about quality.
- Aalaap
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