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But how could I have distorion in the MP3 when it is ecoded at 256 static (using lame) from a source CD that sounds fine?


The version of lame you were using got a bit confused by the particular music or maybe was just a dodgy version? I do remember some versions have been released that are not very good.

If you can try it on another player completely (Winamp, WMP etc) then you'll know for sure it's the MP3. Then go back and see if the source CD has the same distortions ... hmmm ... you say the CD is good. Try ripping it again then and playing the raw .wav file.
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Christian
#40104192 120Gb (no longer in my E36 M3, won't fit the E46 M3)