Can I convert an M4P file to MP3?
To learn how to convert a protected M4P file to MP3, follow this tutorial:
- Download Wondershare UniConverter on your computer.
- Import the M4P files into the software.
- Choose the MP3 format as the output.
- Convert the M4P file to MP3.
Converting Audio Files to MP3 using Windows Media Player
If you want to convert an audio file to MP3 using Windows Media Player, follow these steps:
- Insert the audio CD into your computer’s CD drive.
- In the Windows Media Player menu, select the Rip tab by clicking on the arrow below it.
- Choose the MP3 format.
- Click on Rip to convert the file to MP3.
Difference between MP3 and M4A
Generally, an M4A or MP4 file is larger and has better quality compared to an MP3. Additionally, unlike MP3, M4A has significantly better audio quality at the same bit rate and does not require any royalties.
Converting M4A to MP4
To convert an M4A file to MP4, you can use a conversion program specifically designed for this purpose. We recommend using iMyMac Video Converter for converting audio and video files between different formats.
Removing DRM from Apple Music
To remove DRM from Apple Music, follow these instructions:
- Open the M4V conversion software.
- Choose the videos you want to convert.
- Configure the output folder.
- Select the desired audio tracks and subtitles.
- Start the video conversion using iTunes.
- After the conversion, the DRM will be removed from your iTunes movies.
Modifying Audio Formats
MediaHuman Free Audio Converter is a useful program for converting audio formats. This free program works on both Mac and Windows operating systems and can convert common formats such as Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC, OGG, and AIFF.
Using VLC to Convert Audio Files to MP3
To convert an audio file to MP3 using VLC, follow these steps:
- Open VLC and select Media.
- Choose Convert/Save.
- Select the Network tab and enter the link in the provided space.
- Make sure not to change the sampling rate, as it would result in a 0-byte file.
Converting YouTube Videos to MP3
To convert YouTube videos to MP3, you can use specific Android applications like TubeMate if you don’t have access to a computer. It is a free app that allows you to download YouTube videos and save them in various formats, including video and audio.
Choosing the Suitable Music Format
For the best sound quality, formats like FLAC, WAV, or AIFF are recommended as they do not lose data. These types of files are considered "high-resolution" because they offer similar or even superior quality compared to CDs. Lossless formats such as WAV, AIFF, FLAC, and ALAC are suitable for downloading music.
Using VLC to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3
To convert a YouTube video to MP3 using VLC, follow these simple steps:
- Open VLC and select Media.
- Choose Convert/Save.
- Select the Network tab and enter the YouTube video link in the provided space.
- Make sure not to modify the sampling rate, as it would result in a 0-byte file.
Formats and M4A
An MPEG-4 audio file is commonly known as an M4A file. It is often used as a download format for songs in Apple’s iTunes Store. The Advanced Audio Coding (AAC), a lossy compression method, is used to encode many M4A files.
Adding Music to iMovie
To add music to iMovie, access the Audio section of the popular Apple video editing program and choose the desired tracks from the iMovie library. You can also import and use music downloaded on your computer.
Free Video to Audio Conversion
If you want to convert a video to audio for free, we recommend using the MP3 Video Converter application. It is a free and easy-to-use app that supports the conversion of common video formats to MP3 and AAC.