Importing MP3's

[DSS]

Hey all!!! I am pretty new to all this and appreciate any help.
I have Pro tools M powered 6.8
I am going to start to use it as I have seen it being operated and like it.
Ok here goes.........
I have selected an mp3 to import........
I have opened a new session.
Selected "Import audio to track"
That takes me to a window labeled "click track songs" that lets me select and browse..
Even if I choose the click track songs it says they are unreadable by Pro tools.


Ok, as I went back through the steps one step has since changed.........
The first couple times I tried it tried to redirect me to purchasing something saying my demo mode for mp3 importing has expired. I went through that a couple times (without purchasing) and then went to post this and it skips that step and takes me to my mp3s but still says they are unreadable...........

The reason I am starting pro tools in this step in the first place is because I have seen it done a few times and want to start in a familiar place.
But the one I saw do it opened up the files with no prob.

I hope I explained my problem.

I know how to import
It just isnt allowing me to.....

Thanks for the help!!!!!!

[bennychico11]

you need to purchase the MP3 option...it doesn't come standard with Pro Tools.

http://store.digidesign.com/us/index...&categoryid=33

or just use another program to convert the MP3 into WAVE

[DSS]

Thanks for the quick reply!!!
I went to the link and purchased the mp3 option but the page locked up and I am waiting to find out if the transaction went through. UGHHHHH
Is there any links to proggies to change mp3's to wavs you might be able to share in the mean time?
Thanks

[bennychico11]

oh there's tons of programs out there. just do a google search. ITunes is free.

[MessianicDreams]

Originally Posted by bennychico11

ITunes is free.

That's what I'd use. Just cause it's free and easy to use!