Free MP3 compression utilities

Dionysus MP3 Encoder

This is a simple freeware mp3 encoder that uses the BladeEnc encoding engine to make MP3 files. Iy has ability to add extra processors through the 'Advanced Options' tab. This can pull in the power of other computers on a network.
Download          OS: Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP            Size: 416Kb

BladeEnc MP3 Encoder

Quality MP3 compression utility at higher bitrates. Format is command line. Can be plugged directly into many popular 3rd party products, giving them integrated mp3 encoding abilities.
Download          OS: Windows/Linux

LAME MP3 Encoder

One of the best mp3 compresos around. Very high encoding speed and quality. It is command line operated, but you can download a number of graphical frontends for the encoder.
Download          OS: DOS/Windows

ALF - A Lame Frontend

ALF is a windows frontend written for the LAME MP3 encoder, it saves you from the hassle of using a command line driven application. It features a drag and drop interface so all you need to do is drag any wav file to the list to convert it.
Download          OS: Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000            Size: 1Mb

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