Mac OS X: Convert m4a to mp3

If you want to convert m4a files to mp3 files on your Mac, you can do it quickly with the help of iTunes without an additional tool. In this practical tip, we will show you how.

Convert m4a files to mp3 files using iTunes

You don't need any additional software to convert an m4a audio file to mp3 with your Mac, because iTunes has a corresponding tool on board.

• Open iTunes and import the audio file you want to convert.
• Go to "Settings ..." in the "iTunes" menu.
• Click on "Import Settings" in the "General" tab.
• In the "Import with" drop-down menu, select your desired encoding format, in this case MP3 encoder. You can also specify the quality under "Settings". Clicking "OK" saves your selection.
• Then go to the media library and select one or more songs. In the "File" menu ("File" if necessary) click on "Create new working copy".
• In the following, your previously made selection from the import menu is displayed. Confirm it and wait for iTunes to finish.
• Now you can delete the original m4a file.

We will show you in another practical tip which settings you should pay attention to in order to obtain the best possible sound quality.