mp3 Import problem

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2010/07/29 09:14:12 (permalink)

mp3 Import problem

Hi people

I am using Sonar 8.5.3 and can not import as mp3 files. I get as noise only.
If bit rate is 0 unknown. I use the audio interface, Line6 UX1. I hope it can help me someone.

Mfg

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    bitflipper
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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/29 11:55:55 (permalink)
    How about some more information, Nomex? Are you using File -> Import -> Audio? Are you sure the MP3 files are not corrupt, e.g. can be played by WMP? Where are you seeing the bit rate as zero? That could indicate VBR, or it could indicate a corrupt file. What does Windows say the bit rate is?


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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/29 15:53:08 (permalink)
    Yes File-Import-Audio

    mp3 file correct he start in windows Media Player and VLC Player and Quick Time Player

    Format

    44100hz
    Stereo
    128 kb/s

    not VBR



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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/29 23:13:06 (permalink)
    Go to Options-Audio-Drivers and make sure the UX1 is set as the input and output. Deselect any other soundcards.

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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/30 00:33:44 (permalink)
    Whats your import properties set at in sonar. Options/Global/Audio data

    Do you have a better version to import into sonar. 128 bitrate Mp3 is a horrible quality to be working with

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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/30 04:22:13 (permalink)
    Here are some pictures of my settings

    Hope this helps.




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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/30 11:23:09 (permalink)
    Ahh, Your import settings are set to original in options > global > audio data
    So change that to 32 and you should be alright

    I also noticed you need to go into options > audio > advanced and change your full chase lock to trigger & freewheel

    Everything else, from what i can interpret, look good. Just do those 2 things and you'll be ok bro
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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/30 14:29:08 (permalink)
    Hi there problem still exists

    If the times on mp3 encoder / decoder by sonar?


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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/30 14:40:27 (permalink)
    Sonar doesn't come with a mp3 encoder, you either have to buy the encoder from the web site, or here's a link to another thread http://forum.cakewalk.com/tm.aspx?m=2061561, i dont think sonar not having an mp3 encoder is causing problems, but like stated above, if you have tried to convert it to a 32 bit waves loading it, and you still get the same "0 bit", then check that link out, download LAME mpe encoder and configure it for sonar
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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/30 14:40:34 (permalink)
    Are you able to get the wave file and not use the mp3. MP3 are inferior to wave files

    Try converting your mp3 to a wave file before importing it to sonar. You may be missing a codec or something in your pc. or the mp3 is whacked.
    There are many free mp3 to wave converter programs on the net
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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/31 08:01:14 (permalink)
    what if I do a

    http://www.store.cakewalk...ductid=10-CWMA1.00-10E

    hole

    Because it is also not with the lame?
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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/31 11:14:13 (permalink)
    You can do that, but you can get the LAME encoder for free. I have instructions on my Cakewalk FAQ on how to set it up to work with Sonar.

    That is only going to allow you to export audio to an MP3. It won't help with your import problem.

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    Nomex
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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/31 12:49:41 (permalink)
    If I understand correctly.

    The http://www.store.cakewalk...ductid=10-CWMA1.00-10E is not responsible for the import problem.
    There is only one export plugin?

    What use to me if I'm not so lame can import?

    I will not export and import
    but there must be a solution.
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    Re:mp3 Import problem 2010/07/31 15:13:26 (permalink)
    Folks, we're talking about importing data, for which encoders and sound card settings are not relevant. We're transferring and translating data from the file system, something that can be done even with no sound card in the computer.

    The problem, I'm guessing, is with source file itself. Nomex, if you'd like to send me a copy of that MP3 I'd be curious to have a look at it. PM me if you'd care to do that.





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