Convert AIFF to MP3

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AIFF vs MP3 Format Comparison

Aspect AIFF (Source Format) MP3 (Target Format)
Format Overview
AIFF
Audio Interchange File Format

AIFF is an uncompressed, lossless audio file format developed by Apple in 1988. It stores PCM data and is widely used in professional audio environments.

Lossless Uncompressed
MP3
MPEG-1 Audio Layer III

MP3 is a lossy audio compression format standardized in 1993, known for its balance of sound quality and file size, and widespread compatibility across devices.

Lossy Compressed
Technical Specifications
Sample Rates: 8kHz - 192kHz
Bit Depths: 8, 16, 24, 32-bit
Encoding: Linear PCM
Max Channels: Up to 8 channels
Extensions: .aiff, .aif, .aifc
Sample Rates: 16kHz - 48kHz
Bit Rate Modes: CBR, VBR, ABR
Bit Rates: 32–320 kbps
Channels: mono (1), stereo (2), joint_stereo (2)
Extensions: .mp3
Advantages
  • Lossless, high-fidelity source
  • Ideal for editing and mastering
  • Supports professional workflows
  • Ubiquitous compatibility across devices
  • Good sound quality at moderate bit rates
  • Supports ID3 metadata tagging
  • Small file sizes for efficient storage
Disadvantages
  • Large file sizes, not suited for streaming
  • No compression, high storage cost
  • Lossy compression discards audio details
  • Less efficient than newer codecs at low bitrates
  • Limited high-resolution support (>48kHz)
Compatibility
Excellent: Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Adobe Audition, Most DAWs

Good: QuickTime Player, VLC, iTunes

Limited: Web browsers by default
Excellent: All media players, Car stereos, Portable devices

Good: Web browsers via HTML5, Smartphones, Streaming services

Limited: High-resolution audio systems
Common Uses
  • Professional recording and editing
  • Archival source for distribution
  • Consumer music distribution and downloads
  • Internet radio and streaming
  • Portable music playback
  • Podcasts and audiobooks

Why Convert AIFF to MP3?

Converting AIFF to MP3 significantly reduces file size with acceptable audio quality, enabling efficient streaming and sharing across virtually any device, while maintaining broad compatibility.