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M4A Compressor
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What is an M4A file?
Full name
MPEG-4 Audio
Format type
Audio
Developed by
Apple
Description
Audio-only file based on the MP4 container, storing AAC or ALAC audio
File extension
.m4a
Technical details
Supports lossy AAC and lossless ALAC; sample rates up to 96 kHz; popularized by iTunes
Associated programs
Apple Music/iTunes, VLC, QuickTime, foobar2000
Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference between M4A and MP3?
What’s the difference between M4A and MP3?
M4A usually uses AAC, which delivers better sound than MP3 at the same bitrate, and it can also hold lossless ALAC audio.
Will compressing an M4A file lower the audio quality?
Will compressing an M4A file lower the audio quality?
Reducing the bitrate makes the file smaller and may slightly affect quality, but moderate settings keep the sound clear for everyday listening.
Can I compress M4A files from iTunes online?
Can I compress M4A files from iTunes online?
Yes. Just upload the M4A to Movavi’s browser-based compressor, adjust the settings, and download the smaller file.
Do I need to install anything to compress M4A?
Do I need to install anything to compress M4A?
No, the Movavi online compressor runs entirely in your browser.
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