Guide: convert AIFF to MP3
Here you will find out:
- how to convert AIFF to MP3
- how DiskInternals can help you
Are you ready? Let's read!
There are so many media formats, and they all serve specific purposes. However, just as MP4 is the most common video format supported by most playback devices, MP3 is also the most common audio format supported by "all" devices. If you use Apple products, you must have come across the AIFF format.
This format is owned by Apple, and sadly, it's not widely supported. Hence, you may need to convert your AIFF file to MP3 for playback. This article clearly explains how to convert AIFF to MP3.
Here Is How To Convert AIFF to MP3
There are two easy ways to do this, and they are explained below. Interestingly, none of them would cost you a dime.
1. Using VLC
We all know VLC as the universal free media player that supports all known video/audio formats. Yes, using the built-in converter tool in this free tool, you can convert AIFF to MP3. Simply follow the steps below:
- Launch the VLC Media Player app on your PC or Macbook and click on the “Media” option on the menu bar
- Select “Convert/Save” from the dropdown (or simply press CTRL+R)
- Import the AIFF file and select MP3 as the audio output format
- Choose where the converted file would be saved, set other necessary conversion parameters (if need be), and click on the “Convert” button.
2. Use a Free Online AIFF to MP3 Converter
Interestingly, you’d find a few free tools to use and convert your AIFF files to MP3 format. One of these tools is CloudConvert. Simply visit the Cloud Convert AIFF to MP3 converter website, upload your AIFF file and click the convert button.
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