What is an AAC file?
| File extension | .aac |
|---|---|
| Category | Audio file formats |
| Developed by | Fraunhofer Institute, Nokia, Dolby, AT&T, Sony and others |
| Mime type | audio/aac |
Format description
AAC files are audio files using Advanced Audio Coding compression. AAC is a lossy format, meaning the audio quality remains almost the same as the original source. The slight loss leads to the audio files taking up less space, which makes them ideal for music streaming or when bandwidth is limited. AAC is superior to MP3 for handling frequencies above 16 kHz. The encoding efficiency for transient and stationary signals is also better when compared to MP3.Common questions about AAC conversions
How to open an AAC file?
If you don't know how to listen to an AAC file, you can convert it to another format you already recognize. You can use MConverter for the conversion.
Can I convert AAC files in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple AAC files at once. You can even drag and drop folders containing AACs.
Pasting AAC files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting AAC files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert an AAC file, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big AACs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert AAC files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert AAC files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting AACs safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your AAC files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your AACs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
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How long does it take to convert AAC?
For most audio files, the wait is usually around a minute. However, MConverter also supports converting larger audio files, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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