how to convert .wav to mp3

hello friends
i want to know how can i convert a .wav file to mp3 format
please tell me.

I don't doubt it's not possible in API but I think it would be easier to download one of the many OCX's that handle MP3 Encoding/Decoding and use that instead.

Do you want to do this with a VB program or
in general? (winamp)

I'd like to know how in C(++) or VB.

Why not just use the lame encoder dll, and write a application that communicates the proper settings.

cuz thats the cheap way out

Maybe the cheap way out, but why reinvent the wheel. There is no way a vb application will convert a wave to mp3 format as quickly as the lame encoder can.

Then whats the C code? I HATE using other peoples code! I even rewrote most of the stdlib stuff for C, and the printf function

can you give a reason for rewriting all that code?

Yes. Its fun, and I want to know how it works. I love the intricicies(sp?) of programing.

You want a fast mp3 encoder and you like to code alot, why not go download your local copy of MASM or NASM and code it with assembly. :eek: :eek: :eek: ;)

Actually, I need to know the STRUCTURE of the mp3 en/decoder. I dont know where to start. I looked at the format, but.. I dont exactly get it. Also, I dont know how to work with sound

I have seen some source code on psc for a mp3 encoder, you may wanna check there.

speaking of the Lame Encoder (the best), what are the declares and calls u have to make to it to en/decode an mp3 to wav and vice versa? thx in advance

beEncodeChunk
beInitStream
beDeinitStream
beCloseStream
beVersion
beWriteVBRHeader

sweet thx for that. now, how do i use them? parameters etc?:rolleyes: