Can't play AIFF

So, I can't get iTunes (10.5) to play an ordinary CD with AIFF files.
I have played this particular CD many times on my MBP without any sort of problems.
Anybody know something about this?
Thanks!

Hi,
iTunes can play aiff files.
Have a look at http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1473#1
What is the source of the files and what's their bit rate?
Jim

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