M4A is a popular audio format among iOS devices. But if you want to play your music or other media files on non-iOS devices, you will need to convert M4A to MP3 , which is a format widely supported by players..
FonePaw Video Converter, for converting M4A audio to MP3, it's perfect. If you don't have iTunes or other programs installed, choose FonePaw Video Converter to accomplish this task.
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Part 1: Convert M4A to MP3 with FonePaw Video Converter
FonePaw Video Converter will help you convert video or audio files at high speed. Follow this simple guide to convert M4A to MP3..
Step 1. Add M4A files to the program
First, download and install the program. Then launch FonePaw Video Converter on your computer. So, click “Add File (s)” to upload your M4A files to the program.
Note: It is possible to import multiple files at the same time on FonePaw Video Converter..
Step 2. Choose MP3 as the output format
Click the drop-down menu next to "Convert All To" and find the "Audio" category . And then, select "MP3" as the output format. You are allowed to customize your file settings after clicking "Customize Profile" .
Step 3. Start M4A to MP3 Conversion
Finally, you will need to click “Convert All” to start converting M4A audio to MP3.
Part 2: Convert M4A to MP3 with iTunes on Mac
Step 1. Launch iTunes and go to iTunes> Preferences> Import Settings.
Step 2. Choose the MP3 encoder from the pop-up menu. In the settings, specify your preferences. For example, the best quality 192 kbps.
Step 3. Confirm your selection. Go to the iTunes library and select one or more favorite M4A files. Then go to File> Convert> Create MP3 Version . And then, iTunes will convert your M4A to MP3.
Step 4. By default, the converted file will be saved in iTunes media folder on your computer.
Part 3: What is M4A
The “.m4a” extension , although not specified in the standard, is also used, usually for files containing only audio-type content. The corresponding audio formats are AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) or ALAC (Apple Lossless).
With FonePaw Video Converter, you can also convert other audio files to MP3, such as FLAC to MP3 conversion, WAV to MP3 conversion. Besides, you will be able to extract MP3 files from videos. Download and try the software.
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