LameFE for Windows

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Download.com staffJuly 30, 2026

Partially based on code from CDex, LameFE is a simple and efficient open-source alternative for converting multiple types of audio files. It includes four major encoders--MP3, Ogg/Vorbis, Monkey Audio, and WAV--which can be selected from an easily accessible pull-down menu. Batch processing features, Paranoia mode extraction options, and the program's small footprint help make LameFE a bit more functional than your average audio encoder.

The LameFE interface is well organized and built for speed. Graphical toolbars swap in and out effortlessly, and clearly identifiable buttons allow for one-touch CD backup, multiple CD ripping, FreeDB lookup, and ID3 tag editing. While converting files, LameFE minimizes itself to the Windows system tray, so you may lose sight of the program in the taskbar. Some odd bits of German in the preferences may surprise a few users, but they don't limit LameFE's functionality.

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GENERAL

Release: January 28, 2004

Latest update: July 30, 2026

Version: 2.2.3

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 98
Windows XP
Windows ME
Windows 2000
Windows 10

Additional Requirements: - Adaptec ASPI drivers version 4.60 or later

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Total Downloads: 296,926

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

3.4/5

30 User Votes

incomplete
cdlajobMarch 20, 2011
Pros
incomplete
Cons
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Summary
I use lame from time to time --Soooo smothe
WLKIRBOMarch 5, 2010
Pros
SIMPLICITY
Cons
NOTHING AT ALL DO I NOT LIKE
Summary
It has saved me hundreds of dollars a 50 year collection of 78's 45's 33.3's cassettes and 8-track, some by ONE ALBUM artists has been saved...thanks to AUDACITY AND LAME
Startup? Looks like spyware
mulderofxJanuary 10, 2010
Pros
Small size, screenshot looked promissing
Cons
Wouldt even start. There was only a dodgy startupscreen for less then a second and it shut down. It didnt show in de software list and i had to uninstall it through its programfile map.
Summary
I wouldnt risk it. There are many more effortless and less dodgy programs around that might do even better.
doesn't work on Windows Vista 32bit
balex3000September 2, 2009
Pros
was not able to check
Cons
doesn't work on Windows Vista 32bit
Summary
Does exactly what it is supposed to do.
January 12, 2009
Pros
Very user-friendly.
Cons
There really aren't any cons that I can think of.
Summary
This to me is an essential tool. I just got a new PC and it was one of the first programs I downloaded.
Useful, if you use LAME.
Pianosa23November 8, 2008
Pros
Adds a useful front-end to LAME.
Cons
Nothing to report so far.
Summary
Makes using LAME a breeze.
Good little encoder.
trevor.christianAugust 2, 2008
Pros
Does the job
Cons
Some difficulty in modifying the tag information for a bunch of files in different albums and with different artists.
Summary
The software works very well.
rdelisl9May 14, 2008
Pros
It seems to do it's job automaticallyso there is nothing for me to do but save as an MP3 file.
Cons
Summary
Wouldn't run.
PromisedPlanetOctober 7, 2007
Pros
Cons
When run, only displays a splash screen, then disappears. No GUI, nothing in Windows Task Manager to indicate that a process is running.
Summary
Its good.
maarten4July 13, 2007
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Developer’s Description

Manipulate multiple audio file formats with this open-source encoder.