Reincoding Recordings for Smaller File Size

For those of you looking to decrease the file size of your MP3s for submission to me on the site, or change your recorded file types to MP3 from your recording software's default (.wav or .aif for example, are way too large for submitting), then the following programs can help.

If you don't mind paying, Adobe Media Encoder is an industry standard:

Adobe Media Encoder
http://www.adobe.com/products/mediaencoder.html?promoid=JNUAM

Here's some free software options. Make sure to read their descriptions to make sure their user agreement is satisfactory to you (some of them have adds or share your information):

Small WMA MP3 Converter
http://small-wma-mp3-converter.en.softonic.com

Easy Converter Pro
http://www.easyconverterpro.com/wav-to-mp3/