Abstract: A method and apparatus for copying data from a recordable media to a portable storage device is disclosed. The apparatus includes a copying device comprising a processor, a memory, and a user interface. The processor is preferably a dual core processor that is capable of dividing the tasks to be performed, and executing them substantially simultaneously. Using the disclosed apparatus, transferring files from the recordable media to the portable storage device may be achieved at greater than real time play rates. When audio files are stored on the recordable media, the apparatus is capable of transferring the audio files, including track information, to the portable storage device.