Convert ALAC to MP3 Online — Free
Fast, free ALAC to MP3 converter. No registration required.
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Supports: ALAC files
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What is ALAC?
ALAC is Apple's lossless audio format. It provides CD-quality audio with smaller file sizes than WAV or AIFF, and is fully supported in iTunes and Apple devices.
Format Details
- Full Name
- Apple Lossless Audio Codec
- Extension
- .m4a
Key Features
- Lossless
- Apple native
- iTunes compatible
- CD quality
What is MP3?
MP3 is the most popular audio format worldwide. It uses lossy compression to reduce file size while maintaining acceptable audio quality for most listeners.
Format Details
- Full Name
- MPEG Audio Layer III
- Extension
- .mp3
Key Features
- Universal compatibility
- Small file sizes
- Streaming support
- ID3 tag support
ALAC vs MP3
| Feature | ALAC | MP3 |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Apple Lossless Audio Codec | MPEG Audio Layer III |
| Extension | .m4a | .mp3 |
| Best For | Lossless | Universal compatibility |