Convert AIFF to WMA
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AIFF vs WMA Format Comparison
Aspect | AIFF (Source Format) | WMA (Target Format) |
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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 |
WMA
Windows Media Audio
WMA is a proprietary lossy audio format developed by Microsoft, designed to deliver good audio quality at low bitrates and optimized for the Windows ecosystem. Lossy Compressed |
Technical Specifications |
Sample Rates: 8kHz - 192kHz
Bit Depths: 8, 16, 24, 32-bit Encoding: Linear PCM Extensions: .aiff, .aif, .aifc |
Sample Rates: 8kHz - 48kHz
Bit Rate Modes: CBR, VBR Bit Rates: 64–384 kbps Channels: mono (1), stereo (2), multichannel (up to 8) Extensions: .wma |
Advantages |
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Disadvantages |
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Compatibility |
Excellent: Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Adobe Audition, Most DAWs
Good: QuickTime Player, VLC, iTunes Limited: Web browsers by default |
Excellent: Windows Media Player, Groove Music, Xbox
Good: VLC, Foobar2000, Winamp Limited: Non-Windows portable devices |
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Why Convert AIFF to WMA?
Converting AIFF to WMA ensures compatibility with Windows-based systems and DRM-enabled services, offering efficient streaming and storage within the Microsoft ecosystem.