Convert AIFF to AC3

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AIFFAC3Size Reduction

Converting from AIFF (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 AIFF

AIFF

Audio Interchange File Format

AIFF is an uncompressed audio format developed by Apple, similar to WAV. It is commonly used in professional audio on Mac systems.

Extension
.aiff
Developed By
Apple Inc.
Released
1988
Compression
Uncompressed

Typical Use Cases

Mac audio productionProfessional editingCD masteringSound design

Pros

  • • Lossless quality
  • • Good Mac support
  • • Professional standard

Cons

  • • Large file size
  • • Less Windows support
  • • Not suitable for streaming

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
Lossy

Typical 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