What's the best software for ripping DVDs and music?

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I already have MakeMKV for my Bluray/4k collection, but I have hundreds of DVDs (most at least a decade old) that I would like to rip to my Plex library. I’m looking for a good software that can bypass any encryption but also rip to highest possible quality. Also, what file format is generally considered best for video quality? I used to use DVDShrink many years ago, but it appears they ceased development a while back. Now I’m not sure what to use.

I’m also looking to do the same with my CD collection. I want to get it all to FLAC on my Plex server. I used to use EAC for this, but I’m wondering if there’s a more accurate option these days or if EAC is still it.

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Makemkv + handbrake (or ffmpeg) for DVD’s

Cue tools, eac, dB power amp for cds

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For DVD’s I still use MakeMKV. Works fine, creates a MKV of the original disc. No recompressing needed.

For CD’s I use EAC (Exact Audio Copy). Produces FLAC’s as needed.

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If you need to encode video for any reason - the new Handbrake is basically idiot-proof (certified/tested). This’ll get you started, adjust as necessary:

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OK looks like not much has changed ha ha. I didn’t know MakeMKV could even do DVDs. I had heard it was just HD/UHD before.

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It’s great for DVDs.

They fall out of there fast and then you can see everything - and dump them into Handbrake in large numbers if necessary (like an entire school of Looney Tunes that won’t be much good @ MPEG-2 and interlaced - or something).

Nothing goes to Handbrake without first meeting MakeMKV.
It’s easier that way.

Bonus Round:
“Some” DVDs have an additional text sub track you can snag instead of those troublesome VOBs for a Direct Play all around. You can see those immediately in MakeMKV and take steps to preserve them.

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Well I might have bigger issues to deal with first. Tried installing EAC, and it said I need .NET 3.5 framework. I cannot install .NET 3.5 framework on my system, because some aspect of the Tron script I ran to block Windows update and Cortana is preventing the install. I’ve dealt with this with a few other software packages, and they don’t display correctly without it (EAC included).

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DB power amp, not free but does secure/accurate rip.

Might also try mediamonkey.

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the last time I did a CD I used Windows Media Player.
my knee didn’t hurt then…

I’ve been buying mp3s from Amazon 'cause that box of CDs is buried - and my knee hurts.

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