Sometimes when those programs 'do it twice' they're basically going through once and taking note of the spots that need an adjustment or that can be most logically trimmed. Depending on the volume (data-wise) on your original cassettes if it is actually compressing data into the amount of recording space on your CD, then this is worthwhile. You can't rush some things if you want them done right!

I did a clear out like you describe at my office a couple of weeks ago. The result was that I could re-use now empty journal rack boxes, I didn't need to order new ones. I still may need a few new ones, but not like I first thought.

SRS