I Need Some Computer Knowledge

[Andy M.]

I want to digitize my vinyl and cassettes into iTunes where I have already loaded CDs so I can listen to them in the car (via USB flash drive) and maybe some day into an iPod.

I found software online and all I needed was a cable that connected the turntable or cassette player to the computer via the AUDIO IN port. The problem is, my MacBook Pro doesn't have an AUDIO IN port. I guess that's normal for most laptops.

Is there another way I can get this done? What about connecting the turntable/cassette deck via a USB port? Is there a connector cable that does that/will that even work?

I'd really appreciate any help. I have a good deal of great analog music I really miss.

 

[forty_caliber]

The microphone jack on your MBP is the audio in port. Just like the headphone jack is audio out.

In order to capture the audio, you will need a converter of some kind.
Amazon.com: Behringer UCA202 Audio Interface: Electronics

.40

 

[giggler]

I don,t own one, but USB turntables are available anywhere, (prob casset to USB also).

Audio-Technica ATLP60 USB Turntable at zZounds

I don't know about the car audio cable.

Eric, Austin Tx.

 

[Andy M.]

The microphone jack on your MBP is the audio in port. Just like the headphone jack is audio out.

In order to capture the audio, you will need a converter of some kind.
Amazon.com: Behringer UCA202 Audio Interface: Electronics

.40

The problem is, I don't have a microphone jack as there is a built in microphone.

But it looks like the device you linked will do the trick. Thanks so much!

 

[bakechef]

Weird that there wouldn't be a microphone jack, is this an apple thing? Mine has a microphone (not a mac), but the option to connect your own headset or microphone if you want to.

 

[Andy M.]

Weird that there wouldn't be a microphone jack, is this an apple thing? Mine has a microphone (not a mac), but the option to connect your own headset or microphone if you want to.

I have a headphone jack but no mic. From my reading, it not unusual for a laptop to not have a mic jack.

 

[Alix]

There is a little device I got on a coupon website. It looks like this. It can do VHS to digital and audio too. It was under $20 including shipping.

 

[Andy M.]

That's great Alix. Thanks a lot.

 

[Alix]

Hope it works for you. Its a pretty easy fix. Sad that tape of all types doesn't last.

 

[Andy M.]

I figure if I can digitize all the music I have that I care about, I can listen to it everywhere. I can plug an iPod or flash drive into my car for endless music. If I buy an iPod and a doodad, I can play it all at home too.

 

[Alix]

I have an adapter thingy for my iPod in the car. Love it. I like the radio for the news on the drive to work, but for a long drive nothing beats your own music.

 

[Andy M.]

I have an adapter thingy for my iPod in the car. Love it. I like the radio for the news on the drive to work, but for a long drive nothing beats your own music.

Exactly, and you have music to suit your every mood.

 

[bakechef]

My car radio connects to my phone and launches Pandora automatically, and I can control from the radio buttons. I can also play whatever is on my phone. I have the USB option too. I'm spoiled never having to use regular radio!