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AIFF is a standard audio file format for Apple systems, introduced in 1988 and built on the IFF specification. Unlike compressed formats, AIFF stores sound data without compression, preserving the full quality of the recording. In practice, it serves as Apple’s counterpart to the WAV format widely used on Windows.
AAC was introduced as a successor to the MP3 format with the goal of delivering better audio quality while keeping file sizes small. Early attempts weren’t very impressive, but over time the technology matured. Today, AAC can compress audio efficiently, providing clearer sound with file sizes similar to MP3, but usually with less noticeable loss in quality.
Q: What is AAC?
A: AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) is a lossy audio format that offers better compression and sound quality compared to MP3.
Q: Why convert AIFF to AAC?
A: Converting to AAC reduces file size and improves compatibility across devices without significantly sacrificing quality.