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I used to record onto bog standard blank CDs using audacity on a laptop fed from the tape outs of my amp.
The early CD recorders made for a Hi-Fi system used blank discs that were in a slightly different format to the blank discs that were used in a computer drive. They were also, naturally, more expensive.
Yep you have to use "For Music" blank CD's.
... only if the machine demands it.
Consumer-grade machines (Marantz, Pioneer, etc.) did, professional-grade machines (Alesis, Tascam) did not.
To the OP - I would seriously consider a solid-state recorder in preference to a CDR one, IF the intended final result is to store the LPs as music files. But if you actually want them as CD copies ..... there's an Alesis Masterlink on UK eBay for around £150 at present. I've used these for years, so if you want a breakdown on their plus and minus points...
Thanks for the replies. A bit more thought required.
Create CD's for the car.
I copied my whole vinyl collection from a Pioneer pdr609 recorder from a cheap TT, I would need to check what it was but it had a phono amp built in so no need for an amp for the recordings, they were direct copies from the TT to recorder, the result was spectacular, they sound stunningly good.Do cd recorders such as the Yamaha 1300 and 1500 allow direct copying to a cd or would a phono stage be required. If they do is there a cheaper option just to play around with.
Create CD's for the car.