libcdio-paranoia
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Description:
CD paranoia on top of libcdio
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 10.2-2.0.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: audio ripping library multimedia cd-da
Install: brew install libcdio-paranoia
About:
LibcdioParanoia is a library that provides CD-DA (Compact Disc Digital Audio) ripping capabilities. It operates as a layer on top of libcdio, implementing the high-quality error correction and verification algorithms originally found in the 'cdparanoia' utility. This ensures robust, bit-perfect audio extraction even from scratched or damaged discs.
Key Features:
  • Advanced error correction and jitter measurement
  • API compatibility with the original cdparanoia library
  • Relies on libcdio for low-level drive access
  • Supports reading audio from CD-ROMs and image files
Use Cases:
  • Developing audio ripping applications that require robust error correction
  • Integrating reliable CD-DA extraction into media center software
  • Porting existing cdparanoia-based tools to use the modern libcdio stack
Alternatives:
  • libcdio – Provides low-level CD access but lacks the specific high-level error correction algorithms for audio ripping.
  • cdda2wav – A standalone tool for audio extraction, whereas libcdio-paranoia provides a library for integration.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 13, 2025 10:47am 10.2-2.0.2 0 VERSION_BUMP fc09142f