How to convert AAC to AC3?
You can convert AAC to AC3 with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose AAC files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your AACs.
You can also click to select AAC files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste an AAC file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with AAC files to AC3 is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on AC3 from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's AC3 or something else.
- Download your AC3 files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted AC3 files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each AC3.
On desktop platforms, you can download the AC3 files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the AC3's with other apps.
About the formats
| 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.| File extension | .ac3 |
|---|---|
| Category | Audio file formats |
| Developed by | Dolby |
| Mime type | audio/ac3 |
Format description
AC3 files represent the Dolby Digital audio codec, which can include up to 6 audio channels (DD 5.1 surround sound with subwoofer output). Such files are often used for cinemas, DVDs, and game consoles.Common questions about converting AAC to AC3
Can I convert AAC to AC3 in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple AACs to AC3's simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing AACs to convert to AC3.
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 to AC3, 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 to AC3 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 to AC3?
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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