if you have a cd drive to play the cd, or a tape deck hooked up to your pc, you can use software like music match jukebox (which is available for free download) to transfer or record the music into mp3 or .wav format. make sure the rec. source is configured properly under options. if you are trying to record from a phonograph or tape deck, you'll need an adapter that goes from rca to 1/8 " mini plug.