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I-Tunes-type software

I'm starting to move my CDs to hard drives and need some capable interface software. An I-Tunes type program will be fine, but I have one concern: if I choose to shuffle/ random play, I'd like a program with tagging sophisticated enough to keep the four movements of Beethovin's 5th Symphony together even though they are four tracks on the CD I ripped them from. I'd appreciate any suggestions AudiogoNers have.
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zd542
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What OS?
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macdonj OP
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Zd542,

My first thought is Mac, so OS-X. Of course then there's the version to worry about. I've read recently that there is an audio advantage to staying OS-X 1.6 or earlier.

If I choose the dark side, then I'll be stuck with Windows 8 since I'd be buying a new computer.
clio09
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JRiver has integer mode support for the latest OSX Mavericks. Mac brought back this feature for the Mavericks release. Previously I think you needed Snow Leopard or earlier.

Unless you need to be married to iTunes the move to JRiver will be worthwhile.
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macdonj OP
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Clio09,

That is good information I'll have to check out. I've read (but not experienced yet) that integer mode is worthwhile. My only experience with any software is with Windows Media Player (hated it) and a bit with I-Tunes (did't like it, either). JRiver gets lots of press, so I'm under the impression that many people who use it like it.
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pal
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Do programs like Audirvana, Amarra, and Pure Music work if not using an apple computer? Will an airport express work with these programs?
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