Audio CD Burner

Audio CD burners let you create custom discs. Burn music collections, playlists, and audio files quickly with reliable CD writing software.

Audio CD burner

An audio CD burner lets you record songs to a disc that plays in most car stereos and old players. You can make a mix for a trip, a lesson, or a gift, and keep music safe from phone battery issues. The process is simple: pick tracks, set order, and burn at a steady speed. Good settings prevent clicks and gaps between songs. With labels and a track list, your disc is easy to share and enjoy anywhere.

What do I need before burning?

Prepare audio files in wav or high quality mp3 and put them in one folder. Choose blank cd r discs, since rewritable discs may not work in some players. Close other programs and plug in power for laptops. Open the burner, add tracks, arrange the order, and set the pause between songs. Select a moderate speed like 8x to reduce errors and start the burn.

How do I keep sound clear?

Use wav for best quality.
Avoid very low mp3 bitrates.
Normalize volumes gently.
Burn at a moderate speed.

Can I add track names to the disc?

Yes, many burners write cd text so players can show titles and artists. Fill the fields for album and track names before burning. Some older players ignore cd text, so also print a simple track list for the case. Keep names short so small screens can display them without cutting off.

What speed should I choose?

Very high speeds are fast but can raise the chance of small errors on some media. Very low speeds take a long time and do not always improve the result. A steady middle choice like 8x or 12x is a good start for most discs. If a player struggles, try a slower speed on the next burn.

How do I avoid gaps between songs?

Set the pause to two seconds or to zero for live mixes that must flow. Disable extra processing like crossfades unless you really want them. Check each file for leading or trailing silence and trim if needed. Burn a short test disc to confirm the timing before making many copies.

What should I do after burning?

Let the disc cool and finalize so it works in more players. Play a few tracks in your main player to confirm smooth sound. Write the title on the disc or print a label so you can find it later. Store the disc in a sleeve away from heat and scratches to keep it fresh.

Audio CD Burner FAQ

What is an audio CD burner?

An audio CD burner is an app that writes songs to a blank disc in CD‑DA format. It turns WAV, FLAC, or MP3 into tracks with proper gaps and order. You can add CD‑Text for titles, set burn speed, and verify the disc. Use your own music and follow local law when making copies for personal use.

Which files can I burn to a music CD?

Most burners accept WAV, FLAC, MP3, AAC, and OGG. The app converts them to CD audio at 44.1 kHz, 16‑bit stereo. If a file will not load, transcode it to WAV first. Keep track names tidy and check album gain, so your audio CD plays smoothly in car stereos and home players without volume jumps.

Where do I see the burn log and errors?

Open the Log or History tab after burning. You will see speed, buffer level, and any write errors with time stamps. Save the log in your project folder with the track list. If issues repeat, lower burn speed, try a new disc brand, or switch to another drive before your next audio CD session.

How long does burning one disc take?

At 8× speed, a full 80‑minute audio CD writes in about 10 minutes, plus a few minutes for verify. Slower speeds like 4× can improve playback on old players. Plan extra time if you add CD‑Text or normalize tracks. Avoid heavy tasks while burning to keep the buffer full and prevent write errors.

How do I burn a music CD from files?

Create a new audio project, add your WAV, FLAC, or MP3 files, and sort tracks. Set 2‑second gaps, add CD‑Text, and pick a safe speed like 8×. Insert a blank disc, click Burn, and enable verify. When it finishes, test the disc in a home player to be sure every song starts cleanly.

Which is better: faster or slower burn speed?

Fast speeds save time but may raise error risk on old players. Slower speeds like 4× or 8× take longer yet often give cleaner playback for audio CD discs. Choose a pace that matches your discs and drive, and run verify to be sure the burn is solid for car stereos and home systems.