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How To Convert Video to M4A in 4 Easy Steps

January 1, 2024 2 min read

How To Convert Video to M4A in 4 Easy Steps

M4A is Apple's audio format that offers excellent quality at smaller file sizes. Here's how to extract M4A audio from any video.

What is M4A?

M4A (MPEG-4 Audio) is:

  • Apple's preferred audio format
  • Better quality than MP3 at same size
  • Native to iTunes and Apple devices
  • Supports AAC and ALAC codecs

4 Easy Steps to Convert

Step 1: Select Your Video

Click "Open File" and choose your video file. We support:

  • MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV
  • WMV, FLV, WEBM
  • MPEG, MPG, VOB

Step 2: Choose M4A Output

Select M4A from the audio format options in the converter.

Step 3: Click Convert

Press the "Convert Now" button. Our servers will:

  • Extract the audio track
  • Convert to M4A format
  • Prepare for download

Step 4: Download

Click the download button to save your M4A file.

M4A vs MP3

Feature M4A MP3
Quality Better Good
File Size Smaller Larger
Apple Support Native Supported
Universal Good Best

Best Uses for M4A

  • Apple Music library
  • iPhone ringtones
  • iTunes purchases
  • High-quality audio storage

Tips

  • M4A works great with Apple devices
  • For universal compatibility, consider MP3
  • Quality depends on source video audio

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