Top 5 Ways to Convert CDA to MP3

If you’re wondering how to convert CDA files to MP3, you’re in the right place. In this article, we discuss five of the best CDA-to-MP3 converters. Each can convert CDA to MP3, but have different pros and cons that you might want to consider when deciding which to use.

Windows Media Player is one of the easiest ways to convert .cda files to MP3. The app was developed by Microsoft, the same company that created the CDA file format. As you might expect, using it to convert .cda to MP3 is straightforward. In fact, you likely won’t have to download any software, as Windows Media Player comes installed on most Windows computers. If your computer doesn’t have the app, you can download it for free.

Instructions:

1. Open Windows Media Player on your PC.
2. Click on the Organize drop-down menu and select Options.
3. This should open the Ripping settings. You’ll have a few options for the target format. Select the MP3 format.
4. Choose where you want to store your audio.
5. Insert your CD into your computer. If your computer doesn’t have a CD drive, you’ll need to use a dongle or some other piece of hardware to load the CD.
6. Click on the Rip CD button in the header.
7. Wait for the program to rip all of the audio files on the CD.
8. Done! Your audio files should be saved as MP3s at the location you specified.

For the last two decades, EaseUS has been developing audio tools. EaseUS MakeMyAudio can record, edit, and convert audio. And, of course, it can convert CDA to MP3. The program also offers a number of additional tools, both online and in its apps, which might be helpful for people looking to make changes to the audio they are ripping from their CDs. The MakeMyAudio app is free to download, though some features require a payment. Once you’ve ripped your audio, you can use the app to make all kinds of changes to it – from simple edits to turning it into a ringtone.

Instructions:

1. Download and install the program.
   
   Download EaseUS MakeMyAudio
2. Open the app after the installation is complete.
3. Insert your CD into your computer or attached CD drive.
4. In EaseUS MakeMyAudio, click on the CD Ripper option.
5. Follow the instructions on the screen. First, click the Add Files button. It should be identifiable by an icon of a CD with a little plus sign. Next, click Audio CD. This should bring up a popup. Don’t worry about this. Click Ignore to dismiss the popup and continue ripping your CD.
6. EaseUS MakeMyAudio will begin reading the CD. You can adjust the audio quality, the file format you want, and the location you want to store your converted files. Make sure to choose MP3 as your desired output format in the proper box if you want to convert CDA to MP3. 
7. Once you’re ready, click the Start button.
8. Let the app rip your CD. Done! Double-check that your files have been successfully ripped and stored in the correct location.

Free Time’s website is a little bare-bones, but don’t let that put you off. There are a number of apps available, including Format Factory. This app comes with many different tools. You can use this app to edit video, audio, images, PDFs, and much more. That includes ripping CDs and converting CDA files to MP3. Format Factory is currently on version 5.2, and is a little under 120 MB in size. There are options to download other versions, including an older 32-bit version, if you prefer.

Instructions:

1. Firstly, download and install the converter.
   
   Download Format Factory
2. Insert your CD into your computer or attached CD drive.
3. Open the Format Factory app.
4. Click on the Audio tab. It should be located on the panel to the left.
5. Ensure the output audio is MP3.
6. Click the Add File button. Then select all of the CDA files you wish to convert. 
7. In Output Settings, adjust things like audio quality until you are satisfied. 
8. Click the Start button. Once the app has finished, check that your files have been converted properly.

Switch Audio Converter is freeware developed by NCH Software specifically for use on Mac computers. That being said, it’s also available on Windows and Android. The website has a section for screenshots and support filled with useful copy on how to use the app. All that is very helpful for people learning how to use the software or troubleshooting issues. Importantly, Switch Audio Converter is available in two different versions. The free version is for non-commercial use only. Unlike some other free trials of apps, Switch Audio Converter doesn’t place a limit on how long you can use the free version. As long as you’re not using it for commercial purposes, you should be good to go! The app supports dozens of popular audio file formats, including MP3. 

Instructions:

1. Download the Switch Audio Convert app from the NCH website and open it.
   
   Download Switch Audio Convert
2. Insert your CD into your computer or attached CD drive.
3. In the Switch Audio Convert app, click on Add Files.
4. Select the audio files you wish to convert. Click the Open button.
5. Click on the Browse button to choose where you want to save your converted files.
6. Ensure that your output format is set to MP3 by selecting it from the dropdown menu.
7. Click the Convert button to start the process. The button is easily identifiable by a lightning-arrow icon.

All of the options above require some kind of software. However, if you want to convert CDA files to MP3 without downloading anything – besides the resulting audio files, of course – then you might want to consider AnyConv. As you might expect from an online file converter, the tool is bare bones. That does make it simple to use.

Instructions:

1. Navigate to the AnyConv website.
   
   Go to AnyConv
2. You have two options to upload your files. If you already have your files ready, you can drag and drop them onto the red box on the website. Alternatively, click on the Choose File button. This should open up your computer’s storage. Select the files you wish to convert. 
3. Run the conversion and download your converted MP3 files.

One great option for people looking to convert audio files is Movavi Video Converter. Available for Mac and Windows computers, Movavi Video Converter gives you the ability to convert to and from dozens of popular file formats, including MP3. And you also have access to other powerful tools, such as the compressor and AI upscaler. That means you can compress and upscale your files at the same time as converting them.