If you're not sure what an MP3 CD is, then it's simply a normal data CD with digital music files stored on it -- most commonly in the MP3 format. Even though the compact disc is an aging format, it is still a very popular way for music fans to enjoy listening to their favorite artists.
There can be times when creating an MP3 CD is far more practical than using a portable (MP3 player, smartphone, etc.) for carrying around your digital music library. For example, you may have several hardware devices around your home that are capable of playing MP3 files -- some DVD/CD players, home stereo systems, etc. You may even have a car stereo that can read MP3 CDs too. You can then have your favorite digital music tracks in different places without having to worry about carrying around a single portable player with all your music on it.
But why not just use regular audio CDs? One of the best reasons why you might want to burn CDs full of MP3s is that you can get a whole lot more music on it than a regular audio CD -- on average, 8 to 10 albums depending on the audio format and encoding method used.
For more information on MP3 CDs and the advantages and disadvantages on using them, check out our MP3 CD definition article that goes into more detail.
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