Convert MP3 to AIFF

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MP3 vs AIFF Format Comparison

Aspect MP3 (Source Format) AIFF (Target Format)
Format Overview
MP3
MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer III

MP3 is a popular lossy audio compression format known for small file sizes and wide playback support.

Lossy Legacy
AIFF
Audio Interchange File Format

AIFF is an uncompressed audio container format developed by Apple, preserving full audio fidelity at the cost of larger file sizes.

Lossless Archive
Technical Specifications
Sample Rates: 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz
Bit Rate Modes: CBR, VBR
Bit Rates: 32–320 kbps
Channels: mono, stereo
Extensions: .mp3
Sample Rates: 8kHz – 192kHz
Bit Depth: 8, 16, 24, 32 bits
Channels: mono, stereo, multichannel
Extensions: .aiff, .aif
Advantages
  • Compact files with acceptable quality
  • Universal hardware/software support
  • Fast streaming and transfer
  • Preserves original audio fidelity
  • Ideal for professional editing and mastering
  • Supports metadata and markers
Disadvantages
  • Lossy compression artifacts
  • Limited bit depth and dynamic range
  • Obsolete for high-resolution audio work
  • Large file sizes increase storage needs
  • Slower upload/download times
  • Less efficient for streaming
Compatibility
Excellent: All modern devices

Good: Car systems, portable players

Limited: Professional DAWs for high-res imports
Excellent: Apple ecosystem, Pro audio tools

Good: VLC, Foobar2000

Limited: Web browsers, some mobile apps
Common Uses
  • Music distribution
  • Podcasts and web audio
  • Portable playback
  • Audio editing and mastering
  • Archival of original recordings
  • Broadcast pre-production

Why Convert MP3 to AIFF?

Converting MP3 to AIFF restores audio to an uncompressed, studio-quality format, making it perfect for professional editing, mastering, and archival purposes. By working with AIFF files, you avoid further generational loss and compression artifacts, ensuring every nuance of the original recording is preserved. Although AIFF files are larger, they provide wide compatibility with digital audio workstations (DAWs) and high-end playback systems. Use this conversion when you need pristine audio fidelity, detailed waveform editing, or seamless integration into production workflows.