How to convert M4V to AIFF
To convert M4V to AIFF, upload your M4V file, choose AIFF as the output format and press Convert. The finished AIFF file is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds, free, with no watermark and no sign-up. Your file is deleted from our server about 30 minutes after the conversion.
This free online converter turns M4V video files into AIFF in your browser, with no software to install and no watermark. The conversion runs on our server using ffmpeg, and the result is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds. Your M4V file is deleted automatically about 30 minutes after the conversion.
Why convert M4V to AIFF?
- No quality loss
- Native to Mac audio software
- Supports metadata and markers
- Opens in: macOS, iTunes, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Audacity and VLC
What to expect from this conversion
- Only the first audio track is extracted. The picture is dropped, so the file is a small fraction of the video's size.
- AIFF is lossless, so the sound is kept exactly and the file is large.
- Videos with no sound track cannot be converted to audio.
M4V vs AIFF
| Property | M4V | AIFF |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | iTunes Video | Audio Interchange File Format |
| Released | 2001, Apple | 1988, Apple |
| Family | Video | Audio |
| Opens in | iTunes, Apple TV, iOS, macOS and VLC | macOS, iTunes, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Audacity and VLC |
| Best for | syncing videos to iPhone or iPad; playing on Apple TV | Logic Pro and GarageBand projects; mastering and archiving on Mac |
Steps to convert M4V to AIFF
- Drop your M4V file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that AIFF is selected as the target format and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then save the new AIFF file to your device when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Choose MP3 for the widest compatibility.
- Pick FLAC or WAV if you want to edit the sound afterwards.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert M4V to AIFF?
Drop your M4V file on the converter, confirm that AIFF is the target format and press Convert. When it finishes, press Save to device or download the AIFF file. No account or software is needed.
Is the M4V to AIFF converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no watermark, no sign-up and no limit on how many files you convert. The site is supported by ads.
What should I know before converting M4V to AIFF?
Only the first audio track is extracted. The picture is dropped, so the file is a small fraction of the video's size. AIFF is lossless, so the sound is kept exactly and the file is large.
Can I extract the sound from a M4V video as AIFF?
Yes. The first audio track is extracted and saved as AIFF. The video picture is not included.
Which programs open AIFF files?
AIFF files open in macOS, iTunes, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Audacity and VLC.
How large a file can I convert?
Up to 500 MB per file. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion, and no one looks at them.