Import audio books

I have audiobooks (they are audio cd format) one book is about 7-10 CDs. How to import to itunes or ipod that all files would go in order if default file names are used(like track 01...) itunes resets file count for each cd.

I wouldn't have believed it if I didn't try it. To get a non-crackled 32kb mono AAC you have to:
- Select the AAC Encoder's "Custom..." from the drop-down
- Change the (stereo) bit rate to 64kbps
- Leave sample rate on auto
- Change channels to mono
- (And most importantly) keep the "optimize for voice" box UNchecked
I tested it several times with different audiobook CDs and settings and it seems that the voice optimization causes mono tracks of any bit rate to be garbled and crackle. Hope that helps!
(And I'm pretty sure OS 10.5.6 is out. Check your Software Update under the Apple menu.)

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    Might you find the answer here?
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    tt2

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    but it seems like when I search on a topic I get
    more PC junk that Mac.
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    page (just below 'Search Discussions') and restrict
    your searches to the 'iTunes for Mac' category.
    I was just joking around and knew that an advanced search would eliminate PC comments but being the APPLE web site I would think that APPLE comments would be teh default. Its a streach but it is almost like being Political Correct.
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    Thanks for the link. I will try that tongiht when I get home.
    If you're searching for scripts, go to
    http://www.dougscripts.com.
    Search for audiobook(s). A few scripts are available.
    Installation instructions are included with every
    script.
    Once you've read the tutorial mentioned before, you
    may not even need them.
    Hope this helps.
    M
    17' iMac 800 MHz, 768
    MB RAM, 200 GB HD, DL burner   Mac OS X (10.4.8)
      iTunes 7.0.1
    17" 1.9 Ghz Power PC G5 iMac   Mac OS X (10.4.8)  

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