Rip a CD

Use a program such as

• CDex (http://cdexos.sourceforge.net).
• http://exactaudiocopy.de

Ensure the naming options are such that the track filename begins with the track number.

If you want to be able to tag multiple CDs in one operation, ensure each album's destination folder name contains the padded barcode number. One way to do this is to initially ensure the program's naming options are such that the folder name is the album title, and before starting each rip, when given the opportunity to enter/edit the album title, include in it (e.g. at the end) the padded barcode number.

EAC vs CDex: http://wiki.hydrogenaudio.org/index.php?title=EAC_Vs_CDex_SecureMode#Conclusion

See also

• reasons for keeping full CD rips
• reasons for keeping lossless audio