Best audio converter software for PC [Cyber Monday 2019]
An audio converter is a software used to convert one type of audio file (like an MP3, WMA, WAV etc) to another. For instance, if you have an audio file whose format is not supported by any of your computer programs, then you won’t be able to play the file without converting it to a format that your computer supports. This is where audio converter software comes in handy.
To enjoy music stored in exotic formats that you media player doesn’t support, you’ll need to install an audio converter software that promises to convert the audio tracks to a supported format. Various audio formats exist, and each has its own unique features. Some maintain excellent sound quality, some can be played only on specific devices, some offers compact size, and others are so rare that you have no idea which programs can open them.
The best audio converter software supports multiple input and output file formats like MP4, MP3, WAV, WMA etc. They also make file conversion task simpler along with maintaining high-quality sound. In this article, we will discuss the best audio converter software that you should use.
The top 10 best audio converter software
Aiseesoft Total Media Converter (recommended)
Aiseesoft Total Video Converter can easily convert between various video formats such as : MP4, H.264/MP4 AVC, H.265/HEVC, MTS, MXF, MOV, AVI, DivX, WMV, MKV, FLV, WTV, VOB as well as 4K, HD and 3D video formats. It can be as video conversion software that converts any of your videos to MP4, MP3, WMV, MOV, etc. for playback on your TV or mobile device.
Besides its enormous converting potential, this tool is very easy to use. The interface is very intuitive, and it unlocks the most needed/interesting/powerful features really easy.
The Converter also gives the users some customizable options, such as video enhancing functions and audio conversion preferences.
You can try the converter for free, but after the trial period is up, you will have to pay 49$ for a permanent licence. However, for the features proposed, this product is worth every cent.
Xilisoft Audio Converter 6 (recommended)
Xilisoft can convert audio from multiple file formats as well as rip audio from CD. Its conversion prowess is remarkable. It only takes a few clicks to convert audio, change the bitrate, and rip audio from CDs. Xilisoft provides an intuitive layout and a very friendly user interface that makes file conversion easy and fun.
Just like Switch, Xilisoft enables you to extract audio from video files. Some of the supported video file formats include MP4, MOV, M4V, MKV, AVC, AVI, WMV, among others. This converter is compatible with 18 different file formats and is capable of converting files to 16 different output formats. Xilisoft is one of the most versatile audio converter software in our lineup.
Stellar
Stellar is a fast and affordable converter that not only converts audio files but video files as well. It’s one of the few converters capable of converting both video and audio files. When you launch the program, it prompts you to select between the various file conversion options it offers: convert video, convert audio, convert video to MP3, or Rip audio CD.
Stellar is compatible with 7 of the most popular audio file formats—MP3, MP4, WMA, WAV, AAC, OGG, and FLAC. Not as broad as the one for the top converters, but good enough to convert most of the popular audio files. The program is also capable of extracting audio data from video files. And just as the name implies, it does a stellar job converting video file formats to different formats.
Switch
Switch combines exceptional audio compatibility, internet audio recording ability, and an easy to use interface all in one program. This is a top of the line converter capable of converting multiple audio formats and fast audio conversion without errors. One unique feature that you won’t find in many audio converter software is the Audio stream wizard. Switch enables you to stream and record music from the internet, breaks the process into 3 steps and walks you through the steps.
Not only does it support a dozen of file formats, Switch also converts those formats to any of the 26 file formats it offers. Another amazing feature is its ability to extract audio data from videos. Switch is capable of extracting audio from a wide variety of video formats, including MP4, WMV, MPG, MOV, and M4V. You can also use it to import CDs and convert audio to any of the formats it supports.
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