Do you wish to not only play standard vinyl LP's through your stereo system but convert them to CD's using a computer? This turntable is what you need. Includes an after-market turntable mat to minimize rumble and one USB patch cord. In order to do LP-to-CD transfers, you will need the AUDACITY 2.0.3 software for PC (on CD) and a copy of the book "The Book of Audacity" (hardly used, original cost 40.95.). Both of these are included. As well, I can supply you with information on how to download and install the free LAME MP3 Encoder so you can export MP3 files using the Audacity software. Instruction manual is downloadable from the link to the Audio-Technica web site posted in this ad. I have done LP-to-CD transfers myself and the system works perfectly as long as you're willing to invest the time to become conversant with Audacity. If you also wish to transfer audio tracks from audio cassettes to CD, you will need a separate electronic device (i.e., an audio interface) to do that. See the separate ad on usednanaimo.com: $50 ART USB Mix (Project Series) audio interface and Sony WM-D6C cassette recorder. This is ad #40614646 in the "Pro-Audio" category.