What is AIFF format:
- AIFF(Audio Interchange File Format) is a lossless audio format developed by Apple
- Similar to WAV, AIFF is an uncompressed PCM audio format that preserves original sound quality
- Primarily used on macOS and professional audio workstations
- Supports multiple sample rates and bit depths
Supported input formats:
- MP3: The most common lossy compression format
- WAV: Windows standard lossless format
- FLAC: Lossless compression format with high audio quality
- AAC / M4ACommon Formats for Apple Devices
- OGG / OpusOpen Source Audio Formats
- WMAWindows Media Audio Formats
- WebMWeb Audio Formats
Bit Depth Explanation:
- 16 bitCD Standard Quality, 96dB Dynamic Range
- 24 bitProfessional Recording Quality, 144dB Dynamic Range
- 32 bitStudio-Level Quality, Maximum Dynamic Range
Features:
- Supports Batch Conversion of Multiple Audio Files
- Customizable Bit Depth, Sample Rate, and Channels
- Optional Volume Normalization
- Lossless Output to Preserve Highest Audio Quality
Use Cases:
- Convert Compressed Audio to Lossless Format for Professional Editing
- Use Lossless Audio in macOS Environment
- Import into Professional Audio Software (e.g., Logic Pro, GarageBand)
- Archive Important Audio Files
Steps:
- Select One or More Audio Files to Convert
- Set output bit depth (default 16-bit CD quality)
- Adjust sample rate and channel settings as needed
- Optional: Enable volume normalization
- Click"Start Conversion"Button
- Wait for the conversion to finish, then download the AIFF file
Note:AIFF is a lossless format; output files will be much larger than compressed formats like MP3. If the source file is already a lossy compressed format, converting to AIFF won't improve sound quality, but makes editing easier.