iPod Newbie Question - can I transfer mp3's without source CD?

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  1. #1
    I admit I have fallen a bit behind the times and am just starting to research buying an iPod.

    I had one quick question that I can't find a straight answer to, and thought maybe I would ask here.

    I have a bunch of mp3's files on my computer but I no longer have the CD I ripped them from. Can I transfer these to an iPod, or must I have the physical CD for these to be transferred to the iPod in whatever format Apple uses?

    Thanks for the responses.

    Tom
     
    tomd, Feb 24, 2007 IP
  2. Roman

    Roman Buffalo Tamer™

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    #2
    You can transfer them by importing them into iTunes then adding to your iPod.
     
    Roman, Feb 24, 2007 IP
  3. KingofKings

    KingofKings Banned

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    as Roman said you need Itunes.... and then you can do anything :)
     
    KingofKings, Feb 24, 2007 IP
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    you cannot do anything with out itunes... so expect to get itunes either way lol
     
    bling, Feb 24, 2007 IP
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    If i were you, I would by a "Zen Vision: M".
    Much better than the iPod and more 'lax about putting songs etc on!
     
    Dominicc2003, Feb 24, 2007 IP
  6. tomd

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    Thanks guys for your help.

    Tom
     
    tomd, Feb 24, 2007 IP
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    yess...!! itunes is the solution for it... download itunes and transfer any mp3 song from your comp.
     
    rufh_s, Feb 24, 2007 IP
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    I use iTunes, and don't have a problem with it. But it's kinda like using IE just because it came with your computer.

    You do not need iTunes if you have an iPod. There are plenty of far more powerful (and less restrictive) applications to use. Anapod is a good place to start. And ilounge.com has a ton of info on alternatives to iTunes - look here.
     
    Kerosene, Feb 25, 2007 IP