Hmmm, that shouldn't do it.

If the wav skips, it's likely a problem with the CD-ripping itself. If the wav doesn't skip but the mp3 does, then it's either the convertor you're using, or the overall volume of the wav is too high, and you're getting "clipping", which is a little different than a skip.

Or... it could be the mp3 player, even. I notice that when I access the internet with my current player, it sometimes really slows down on playing the file. Try playing the file without any other programs running.