User level: Level 1 (4 points)Hi, which converter or capture device/cable should I use to transfer audio from a mini disc player/recorder to my M5 MacBook Pro ?
Posted on Nov 10, 2026 8:01 AM
User level: Level 10 (242,520 points)Nov 10, 2026 8:20 AM in response to Druid2112
What you need will depend on the available Mini-Disc player and it's outputs.
Generally you'll want a TosLink SPDIF optical audio cable and a USB to Digital audio capture device assuming your mini-disc player has an optical audio output.
click here ➜ USB A SPDIF Input Adapter for PC [Stereo Recording ONLY] - Amazon.com
If not, you will need to plug the headphone jack from the mini-disc player into a 3.5mm audio capture card.
click here ➜ Ugreen USB Sound Card Adapter with TRS 3.5mm Headphone & Mics - Amazon.com
Once all is connected, you can start playback on the mini-disc player and capture it in a software like Audacity or GarageBand as it plays back in real time. So a 3 minute song or audio track will take 3 minutes to be recorded.
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256392010