Many more people are now looking into the benefits of cassette to CD conversion. Why? Because cassettes are slowly dying out - if they are not dead already - and unless you do something about your collection it won't last very long. Cassettes start to deteriorate after 15 years and even in ideal conditions they only last up to 25 years, so unless you back them up now then you stand to lose all that music you collected over the years.
Cassette to CD conversion also has a number of other benefits. The sound quality is better, you can skip tracks and you can even copy CDs to your computer into MP3 format to take with you on your MP3 player, providing greater mobility.
How much the actual conversion process will cost depends on a number of factors. The most important factor is how many cassettes you have in your collection. If you have a vast collection then you may be better off converting them yourself as it could work out cheaper. However, some professional conversion services offer discounts for bulk orders which might prove to be quite tempting, so this could be worth doing as well, and it will certainly save you time.
The other biggest factor in the cost of cassette to CD conversion is whether you already have all of the necessary equipment yourself. The most expensive piece of kit will be a computer, so if you don't have one that you can use then this will play a big role in whether you decide to do it yourself or not.
You might also need various software packages, the right cables to connect to the computer from the cassette player, a good amplifier, a sound card and graphic equaliser. This is the equipment used by the pros to create the best-sounding end products, so if you want the same quality of conversion then this is what you should aim for, but it could all cost quite a bit depending on the quality of the equipment that you buy.
Essentially, the cost of cassette to CD conversion will depend on how much you are prepared to spend on the equipment. If it is too much for you then the best option is to use a professional service and take advantage of any special deals that they have. You should also consider the delivery charges and decide whether you want the tracks split or not, as this will also affect the overall fee.
So, to round up: consider the size of your collection; work out how much it will cost to buy all the equipment; find a professional service offering conversion and compare the price. Once you work out the cheaper option, always remember to consider the time it will take to convert the cassettes yourself, and decide whether you are capable of converting the cassettes or whether you would be more comfortable using a professional service as this will affect your decision.
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