MediaStudio

MediaStudio is a handy application designed to help you convert your audio files to MP3 or WAV, create MP3 CDs or DVDs and rip audio discs. These three functions are split into three modules that are accessed separately, so you can select the one you need at any given time and avoid getting lost in complex menus.

On the face of it, MediaStudio is quite versatile, as it can be used to extract tracks from audio CDs, convert sound files and burn MP3 discs. However, it is worth noting that only two output formats are supported for conversion, namely MP3 and WAV, while CD tracks can only be saved as MP3 files.

The program is more impressive in regards to the supported input formats, as you can import MP3, WAV, WMA, FLAC and M4A files. While more additions would certainly be welcome, the application supports the most commonly-used file types.

To begin with, the only format setting that can be customized is the bitrate, as you cannot alter the sampling rate, choose between the VBR or CBR methods or select the channel mode.

You cannot modify the embedded metadata when converting MP3 files or insert title, author or song information when extracting audio tracks.

Moreover, when ripping audio CDs, MediaStudio does not display each track’s duration, and you cannot specify which songs should be extracted.

No file naming scheme can be set up for the output items when converting or ripping content.

Novices should find MediaStudio to be quite accessible, as its interface has an intelligent layout and all of its functions are easy to locate.

Unfortunately, however, the application is somewhat disappointing when it comes to its appearance, as the title bar and buttons employ the old Windows 7 design.

On the whole, MediaStudio is a good choice for those who need a simple, no-nonsense audio conversion, ripping and burning tool. However, it can only export files to MP3 or WAV, lacks some useful functions and features an outdated interface.