Convert AIF to AC3
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AIFAC3Size Reduction
Converting from AIF (Uncompressed) to AC3 (lossy) will significantly reduce file size. Some audio quality will be lost, but the difference is often imperceptible at higher bitrates.
About AIF
AIF
Audio Interchange File
AIF is the short extension variant of AIFF, functionally identical. It is used interchangeably with AIFF for uncompressed audio on Apple systems.
Extension
.aif
Developed By
Apple Inc.
Released
1988
Compression
UncompressedTypical Use Cases
Mac audio productionProfessional editingLegacy compatibility
Pros
- • Lossless quality
- • Mac native support
- • Professional use
Cons
- • Large file size
- • Limited cross-platform support
- • Outdated for distribution
About AC3
AC3
Dolby Digital Audio Codec 3
AC3 (Dolby Digital) is a surround sound audio format commonly used in DVDs, Blu-rays, and digital television broadcasting.
Extension
.ac3
Developed By
Dolby Laboratories
Released
1991
Compression
LossyTypical Use Cases
DVD audioBlu-rayDigital TVHome theater
Pros
- • Surround sound support
- • Industry standard for video
- • Good compression
Cons
- • Lossy compression
- • Requires licensing
- • Not for music distribution