04-22-2025, 05:12 PM
I'd probably go with a high-bitrate (256 or 320 kbps) MP3 (LAME encoder). For me, that's the sweet spot when I care about the balance of sound quality, file size and compatibility.
I use the xACT app for my encoding: http://xact.scottcbrown.org I use the "encode to source directory" option, if you already have your ripped files in whatever folder structure you want to use. xACT also encodes to a variety of lossless formats, including Apple Lossless.
I re-ripped my CDs maybe 10(?) years ago, and haven't felt the need to do it again, though I suppose it's possible I could do it at some point in the future if there is some leap forward in terms of file formats, quality, etc.
I use the xACT app for my encoding: http://xact.scottcbrown.org I use the "encode to source directory" option, if you already have your ripped files in whatever folder structure you want to use. xACT also encodes to a variety of lossless formats, including Apple Lossless.
I re-ripped my CDs maybe 10(?) years ago, and haven't felt the need to do it again, though I suppose it's possible I could do it at some point in the future if there is some leap forward in terms of file formats, quality, etc.