Citrus Get Citrus Convert MP3 to M4A (AAC) on Mac, offline
Need to turn a .mp3 file into M4A (AAC)? Citrus converts MP3 to M4A (AAC) right on your Mac, offline, using Apple's own engines. Nothing is uploaded to any server, which matters for client work, private photos and contracts.
What to expect
Both formats are lossy, so each conversion costs a little quality. Convert from an original lossless file when you can. Citrus can read MP3 files but cannot save MP3. It saves WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, M4A, AAC and CAF. How to convert MP3 to M4A (AAC)
Open Citrus from the menu bar (the citrus slice icon). Drop your .mp3 file, or several, into the window. You can also drag a file onto the menu bar icon to open the quick wheel. Choose M4A (AAC) as the output format and adjust options if you want, like size, quality or resolution. Press Convert. Your new files appear next to the originals, and the originals are never changed. About the formats
MP3: MP3 is the classic lossy audio format that plays everywhere.
M4A (AAC): M4A with AAC is the compact lossy audio format used by iPhone, Apple Music and most devices.
Frequently asked questions
Is my file uploaded anywhere? No. Citrus runs entirely on your Mac. Files are read and written locally and never sent to a server.
Can I convert many MP3 files at once? Yes. Drop a whole batch into Citrus and convert them all to M4A (AAC) in one go. Originals are never changed.
Does Citrus need an internet connection to convert MP3 to M4A (AAC)? No. It works fully offline after you download it.
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