Convert AIFF to Any Format
Export your AIFF masters to any format for sharing, streaming, or archiving.
AIFF to MP3
AIFF → MP3
Convert Apple AIFF masters to lightweight, universally compatible MP3.
AIFF to WAV
AIFF → WAV
Convert AIFF to WAV for Windows compatibility and DAW import.
AIFF to FLAC
AIFF → FLAC
Archive AIFF masters as lossless FLAC -- 40-60% smaller, zero quality loss.
AIFF to OGG
AIFF → OGG
Convert AIFF to OGG Vorbis for web streaming and game engines.
AIFF to M4A
AIFF → M4A
Convert AIFF to M4A (AAC) for Apple Music upload and iPhone playback.
AIFF to AAC
AIFF → AAC
Encode AIFF to AAC at 256 kbps for high-quality streaming.
Convert to AIFF
Import audio into GarageBand or Logic Pro as AIFF from any source format.
About the AIFF Format
AIFF (Audio Interchange File Format) was developed by Apple in 1988 based on the IFF container format. It stores uncompressed PCM audio data -- the same raw samples that exist on a CD or in a recording studio. There is no compression, no quality loss, and no codec artifacts. A 4-minute song at CD quality (16-bit, 44.1 kHz stereo) takes up about 40 MB as an AIFF or WAV file.
AIFF is the preferred master format for many Mac-based music producers because GarageBand and Logic Pro natively import and export AIFF. Audio engineers commonly work at 24-bit/96 kHz or 24-bit/48 kHz during production, then export the final mix as a 16-bit/44.1 kHz AIFF for CD mastering or as 256 kbps AAC for digital distribution.
The main downside of AIFF is file size. A 24-bit/96 kHz stereo AIFF file runs about 100 MB per 4 minutes -- roughly 10x the size of a 320 kbps MP3. For distribution, convert your AIFF master to FLAC (lossless, smaller) or AAC/MP3 (lossy, much smaller). Always keep the original AIFF as your archive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this AIFF converter free?
Yes. AudioUtils is free. The free tier outputs a 10-second preview of the converted file. Pro ($9/mo) unlocks full-length conversion for files up to 500 MB.
What is AIFF and why do producers use it?
AIFF (Audio Interchange File Format) is Apple's lossless uncompressed audio format, equivalent to WAV but developed for Mac. It stores audio at full CD quality (16-bit/44.1 kHz) or higher without any compression or quality loss. Music producers and audio engineers use AIFF as a master format in GarageBand, Logic Pro, and other DAWs.
What is the difference between AIFF and WAV?
AIFF and WAV are functionally equivalent -- both store uncompressed PCM audio at full quality. AIFF was developed by Apple and is the native format for older Macs; WAV was developed by Microsoft and is the universal standard for Windows and professional audio. Both formats sound identical at the same sample rate and bit depth.
Will converting AIFF to MP3 reduce quality?
Yes. AIFF is lossless; MP3 is lossy. Converting AIFF to MP3 permanently discards audio data. At 320 kbps, the difference is inaudible to most people. If you need to preserve full quality, convert to FLAC (lossless compressed) or WAV instead. Always keep your original AIFF files as masters.
Can I convert AIFF to FLAC without quality loss?
Yes. FLAC is a lossless compressed format -- converting AIFF to FLAC preserves 100% of the audio data while reducing file size by 40-60%. FLAC is the recommended archival format if you want smaller files without any quality loss compared to AIFF or WAV.