How do I convert M4A to MP3?

1. Select your M4A and upload it to VEED’s free M4A to MP3 converter 2. Choose MP3 or your desired format from the dropdown 3. Click Convert

Is the M4A extension the same as MP4?

Similar, but not the same. Although both belong to the MPEG4 family of file types, M4A can only store audio whilst MP4 can store both audio and video.

Can I rename M4A files to MP3?

No, they are different file types and use different file codecs. M4A files must be converted to MP3 if you want to save them as MP3 files.

Does converting M4A to MP3 affect sound quality?

Yes, because M4A files use a lossy compression which reduces the file size. This means that M4A audios already lack good sound quality. Converting a compressed file type like M4Ato MP3 can aggravate the low sound quality.

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Upload your audio or video file. VEED supports MP3, MP4, AAC, FLAC, and all popular video and audio file formats.

Step 02

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Select your desired output format from the dropdown. You can choose from our supported audio and video formats.

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Click ‘Convert’ and export your file! Or use our audio and video editor to edit your tracks. You can cut, split, and rearrange your files quickly and save it in your desired file format.

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M4A

Audio files with the M4A extension are mostly used for storing songs purchased from the iTunes Store. M4A files are widely accepted by Apple, Android and Windows devices. Most media players on all devices can play M4A files. This makes them a popular format for storing songs on mobile devices.

Although M4A and MP4 files are similar, they are not the same. They both use the MPEG4 codec, but M4A files can only store audio content. What’s more, M4A files are compressed using the ‘AAC’ lossy, which gives them a smaller file size than MP4.

MP3

MP3 is the most popular audio storage format in use today. MP3 files typically store songs, music and recordings. Unlike other formats, MP3 stores audio in a much smaller file size to save device memory. It remains one of the most widely supported file formats and can be played on virtually all media players on all devices. The quality of an MP3 file can vary, because it depends on the "bit rate" used for compression. Common bit rates are 128, 192 and 256 kbps. Check your file specification for more information.

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FAQ

Select your M4A and upload it to VEED’s free M4A to MP3 converter

Choose MP3 or your desired format from the dropdown

Click Convert
Similar, but not the same. Although both belong to the MPEG4 family of file types, M4A can only store audio whilst MP4 can store both audio and video.
No, they are different file types and use different file codecs. M4A files must be converted to MP3 if you want to save them as MP3 files.
Yes, because M4A files use a lossy compression which reduces the file size. This means that M4A audios already lack good sound quality. Converting a compressed file type like M4Ato MP3 can aggravate the low sound quality.

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