I'm mainly looking to record CDs to my iMac. I just need something basic, but something reliable. I had a bad experience with the Apple USB Superdrive, which was probably overkill anyway. A cd got stuck and it's garbage now. Recommendations?
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External CD player
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Any 3rd party USB external CD/DVD player should do.
I'd recommend that you DO NOT buy one with a "slot loading" style design (as you found out they can go bad and refuse to eject the disc).
Get either a "top loader" (top pops up) or "slide-out tray" design.
These may look "clunkier", but they'll last longer.
I'd recommend that you DO NOT buy one with a "slot loading" style design (as you found out they can go bad and refuse to eject the disc).
Get either a "top loader" (top pops up) or "slide-out tray" design.
These may look "clunkier", but they'll last longer.