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AIFF to PCM - Online Audio Converter
Convert AIFF to PCM online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert AIFF to PCM
Drop AIFF audio here or click to select
AIFF, AIF
PCM (PCM 16-bit)
About AIFF to PCM
Convert AIFF to PCM. AIFF is Apple's IFF-based counterpart to WAV with PCM audio. PCM is raw pulse-code samples with no container or headers. Sample rate and width must be set by hand since headers carry none..
Why convert AIFF to PCM?
- Larger files than lossy shares with PCM uncompressed quality.
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
AIFF vs PCM
| Codec | PCM 16-bit | PCM 16-bit |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | uncompressed | uncompressed |
| Sample behavior | Full quality kept | Full quality kept |
| Typical use | AIFF is Apple's IFF-based counterpart to WAV with PCM audio. | PCM is raw pulse-code samples with no container or headers. |
When not to convert AIFF to PCM
- Skip PCM for the smallest share: lossless output stays large, so prefer a lossy target when sending AIFF files.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive AIFF before batch PCM shares.
Limits
Starting point: AIFF - AIFF is Apple's IFF-based counterpart to WAV with PCM audio. Metadata support is thinner than WAV's; check tags after conversion. Sample rate and width must be set by hand since headers carry none. Encode PCM (PCM 16-bit) from AIFF at 256k for music or 128k for speech, starting from the master.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert AIFF to PCM?
Drop your AIFF file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as PCM instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for PCM?
The default codec for PCM is PCM 16-bit. You can change audio parameters in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed audio. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.