Convert AMR to M4A

Understanding AMR and M4A file formats

AMR (Adaptive Multi-Rate) is an audio format primarily used for speech coding. It is commonly used in mobile devices for voice recordings and is optimized for compressing human speech. M4A (MPEG-4 Audio) is a file format used to store audio data. It is part of the MPEG-4 standard and is widely used for storing music and other audio content due to its high quality and efficient compression.

Why convert AMR to M4A?

Converting AMR to M4A can be beneficial if you want to play your audio files on a wider range of devices and applications, as M4A is more universally supported than AMR. Additionally, M4A files often provide better audio quality, making them ideal for music and other high-fidelity audio content.

Best software for AMR to M4A conversion

One of the best software options for converting AMR to M4A is VLC Media Player. VLC is a versatile media player that supports a wide range of audio and video formats and includes a built-in conversion feature.

Steps to convert AMR to M4A using VLC Media Player

1. Open VLC Media Player.
2. Go to Media → Convert/Save.
3. Click on Add and select the AMR file you want to convert.
4. Click on Convert/Save at the bottom.
5. In the Profile dropdown, select Audio - MP4.
6. Choose a destination file by clicking Browse and set the file extension to .m4a.
7. Click Start to begin the conversion process.

Alternative online converters

If you prefer an online solution, Online Audio Converter is a reliable choice. It allows you to upload your AMR files and convert them to M4A without installing any software. Simply upload the file, choose M4A as the output format, and download the converted file.