Best CD-Media for Audio :::

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Was wondering what the best cd-r/rw media was to put your audio recordings on?

How are audio cd-r's better optimized for audio?

I've heard the Mitsui Silver CD-R's are best for audio?

and other brands/suggestions?
 
I've used tons of Maxell CD-Rs without a problem but I have found the unbranded silver Sony's and Mitsui's provide the most playback compatibility with older CD players and car stereos....

Bruce
 
Yo BADTZ of BADTZ:

When I got my 2816, Yamaha sent one free disc with it. It was a BASF "ceramic based CDR. I used it -- no problems. I have also used the Maxells with no problem.

But, this ceramic based disc is a bit tough to find. My vendor, Full Compass finally touched base with BASF and I have a ten pack on the way. They cost a bit more, about 2.25 each but they are cool and come in a flashy package.

Surprised that Bruce hasn't tried one of the ceramics yet.

Green Hornet
 
I master only to Quantegy, Apogee and Hhb Cd's... (whichever one I happen to have at the time)

Stay away from Verbatim and Imation (in my opinion)... I wouldn't even save a wordfile to those things.
 
Oh.... For regular burns, that aren't final masters, I use TDK....

Im actually pretty partial on media... I usually never buy whats on sale, I just go for the brand I know won't fail me....

Never had a beer coaster from one of my TDK's.

Joe
 
Taiyo Yuden, also sold as Microboards are pretty reliable as well. The BASF, Emtec ceramics are probably very consistant. Ive used TDK for the last year for ref discs and havent made a coaster yet at 4x and below. I did have some coasters with the Samsungs and Maxells even at a measly 4x, though I have had no problems at 1x. My only advice is to avoid the shrink wrap 100 disc packs at Comp-USA or similar computer superstores.

Peace,
Dennis
 
A lot is going to depend on your CD Writer. The quality of the burn is certainly dependent on that, as well as the burning software.

Certain CD-R's may play better in demanding situations - i.e. car stereos.

Audio quality is irrelevant - digital is digital - if it can read the 0's and 1's, it will sound the same regardless.
 
I use ink jet printable media from I/O products and print directly to disk. For stuff that doesn't matter I've had good luck with Office Depot's house brand with a Plextor burner.
 
Ive had the best luck with verbatim, myself. But a lot of depends on your CDR.
 
for some reason i keep hearing about the mitsui silver cd-r's......

hmm........

thanks for all the input!!!
 
i will definitely check out the link! thanks!

any more input?
 
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