Creating and burning image files of CDs and DVDs

[millhouse83]

Hello all,

I'm working in an independent record label, and we're currently changing the workflow/availablility of some media resources. Please keep in mind that none of the things I mention below are copy protected in anyway.

We've just got a new external drive, and the office works from OSX 10.4.x.

We need to create image files of both audio CD and DVD-Video discs from source discs and burn them maintaining the integrity of the image. ie: the audio CD burned needs to be playable in an audio CD player, and the DVD video discs need to be playable in a standalone player.

This process needs to be as simple as possible, and preferably using freeware or applications already within the OS X system.

I know how to do this kind of stuff with Windows, but I'm not terribly Mac savvy besides some particular applications, so any suggestions you have would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[pengu]

Disk Utility can create, convert and burn Disk Images.

i use LiquidCD which is a freeware app that (i believe) makes use of the system frameworks for creating/burning disc images etc..

 

[millhouse83]

Disk Utility can create, convert and burn Disk Images.

See, I ripped and burned an audio CD as a dmg, but when i burned it, i ended up 1 one data track rather than numerous music tracks. this is the kind of problem i want to avoid. not just for me, but for the others in the office - i need something simple.

any further thoughts?

 

[pengu]

a DMG is good for files, not so good for audio. use the "CD/DVD Master" format when you create images and you should be fine

 

[qveda]

What is a simple way to copy a CD or DVD? printable labels?

Hi,
just switched to Mac from PC
With a single superdrive, what is an easy way to make a copy of a CD or DVD - either music or data - so that it is playable or readable right away?

On PC I used Nero. Free and easy to use.

Also, I'm looking for inexpensive or free s/w to print labels on printable CDs (not lightscribe). I was using SureThing on PC. (I am using an HP printer that has CD printing capability)

thanks!