Free online TTA to WMA converter

Source format: TTA

TTA stands for True Audio, a lossless audio format designed to compress music without removing any sound data. It is used by audiophiles and some archival workflows where preserving the original audio quality matters more than maximum compatibility. TTA files are typically found in collections of ripped CDs, archived music libraries, and niche audio software that supports lossless playback.

Target format: WMA

WMA is Windows Media Audio, a Microsoft audio format that is widely supported on Windows systems and in many media players. Depending on the encoder settings, WMA can be lossy or lossless, though most conversions from TTA to WMA are done to create a smaller, more compatible compressed audio file. WMA is useful for playback in older Windows environments, portable devices with WMA support, and media libraries that already use Microsoft formats.

How to perform the conversion

The most practical way to convert TTA to WMA is with desktop audio software that can decode TTA and encode WMA. A reliable option is FFmpeg, which supports many audio formats and can be used from the command line.

1. Install FFmpeg on your computer.
2. Open a terminal or command prompt in the folder containing your TTA file.
3. Run a command such as ffmpeg -i input.tta output.wma.
4. If you want to control quality, specify a WMA-compatible bitrate or encoder settings supported by your FFmpeg build.
5. Check the resulting file in a media player to confirm that it plays correctly.

If you prefer a graphical workflow, use an audio converter or editor that supports both formats. Open the TTA file, then choose File → Save As or File → Export, and select WMA as the output format. You can also convert the file on 101convert.com for free, without installing any software.

Notes on quality and compatibility

Because TTA is lossless and WMA is usually lossy, converting from TTA to WMA will typically reduce audio quality compared with the original source. This is normal and irreversible: once the audio is encoded to a lossy WMA file, the discarded detail cannot be recovered. If you need to preserve archival quality, keep the original TTA file and use WMA only for distribution or device compatibility.

Compatibility can also vary by player. Some modern apps and devices support WMA well, while others have limited or no support. For best results, choose a moderate bitrate if file size matters, and verify that your target player can open WMA files before converting a large library.