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CAF to xHE-AAC - Online Audio Converter
Convert CAF to xHE-AAC online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert CAF to xHE-AAC
Drop CAF audio here or click to select
CAF
xHE-AAC (AAC (xHE))
About CAF to xHE-AAC
Convert CAF to xHE-AAC. CAF is Apple's 64-bit container for large recordings beyond WAV limits. xHE-AAC unifies speech and music coding with loudness normalization. Needs a current decoder; fall back to AAC for older devices..
Why convert CAF to xHE-AAC?
- Smaller files with xHE-AAC lossy compression.
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
CAF vs xHE-AAC
| Codec | PCM 16-bit | AAC (xHE) |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | uncompressed | lossy |
| Sample behavior | Full quality kept | Quality set by bitrate |
| Typical use | CAF is Apple's 64-bit container for large recordings beyond WAV limits. | xHE-AAC unifies speech and music coding with loudness normalization. |
When not to convert CAF to xHE-AAC
- Skip xHE-AAC for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the CAF original.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive CAF before batch xHE-AAC shares.
Limits
Starting point: CAF - CAF is Apple's 64-bit container for large recordings beyond WAV limits. Few Windows tools open it; convert WAV for sharing. Needs a current decoder; fall back to AAC for older devices. Encode xHE-AAC (AAC (xHE)) from CAF 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 CAF to xHE-AAC?
Drop your CAF file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as xHE-AAC instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for xHE-AAC?
The default codec for xHE-AAC is AAC (xHE). 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.