The "Convert to MP3" option is still there, but you have to set up Import settings correctly first. This is Convert to ACC by default, and on tracks bought through iTMS you will not see this option unless your setting has been changed to use MP3 as import format.
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Good idea seeing the "Convert selection to MP3" option has been removed from iTunes.
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The "Convert to MP3" option is still there, but you have to set up Import settings correctly first. This is Convert to ACC by default, and on tracks bought through iTMS you will not see this option unless your setting has been changed to use MP3 as import format.
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Oh. =P
So that's where it went. Ignore my previous statement then! =P