How to transfer LP to iMAC Computer

My inexpensive solution for this (on a Mac) is an M-Audio Audiophile 24/96 USB converter and Amadeus software from Hairersoft. The converter cost under $100 on eBay and the software was $50.

But Daniel (Musicslug) is right, the associated equipment makes as much difference as the quality of the conversion. Even my little setup, which sounds pretty good considering, is improved with better cables. If your LPs are important to you, you might consider his suggestion seriously.

Either that, or use the project as an excuse to upgrade your turntable... ;o)

The very cheapest way is to use line/tape out from your preamp or integrated to line in on the imac. Use audacity or some other freeware program to record. If you have garage band I think that will record as well.

I agree with Docdan50 as this is the method I use with pretty good results. The free software I use is Final Vinyl. You will need to get one of those rca y jacks to stereo mini for the connection.

If you are going to use a stereo miniplug-to-dual RCA cable, I highly recommend the Zu Pivot. It's the best cable of its type I've found and will make a serious difference to the quality of your recordings over even most premium cables of that type.

I use some software called Golden Records which works well on a Mac. It's also very inexpensive. I have written a little about it on my website. You can see it at LP to Mac
Hope this helps