Convert AIFF to WMA

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AIFF vs WMA Format Comparison

Aspect AIFF (Source Format) WMA (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
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
  • Lossless, high-fidelity format ideal for editing
  • Broad professional support in DAWs
  • Good quality at low bitrates
  • Integrated DRM support
  • Optimized for Windows platforms
Disadvantages
  • Large file sizes, not suited for streaming
  • No compression, high storage requirements
  • Proprietary format with licensing restrictions
  • Less efficient than newer codecs at higher bitrates
  • Limited support beyond Windows devices
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
Common Uses
  • Professional recording and editing
  • Archival of uncompressed audio
  • Post-production workflows
  • Windows media streaming
  • Digital music libraries on Windows
  • Podcast distribution with DRM

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.