Convert MOV to M4A Online Free
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Why extract audio from MOV?
- ✓Create audio-only versions for podcasts or music libraries
- ✓Reduce file size when video content isn't needed
- ✓Extract soundtracks, voiceovers, or background music
- ✓Prepare audio for editing in dedicated audio software
How to convert MOV to M4A
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Select M4A as output
Choose M4A from the format dropdown. The converter will automatically detect your file type.
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About MOV format
MOV is Apple's QuickTime video container format, commonly used in professional video production. It supports high-quality video codecs like ProRes and can contain multiple tracks of video, audio, and text. MOV is the standard for Mac-based video workflows and professional editing.
Pros
- +High quality for professional use
- +Native Mac and iOS support
- +Supports professional codecs like ProRes
Cons
- -Larger file sizes than MP4
- -Windows requires QuickTime for some codecs
- -Not ideal for web streaming
About M4A format
M4A is an audio-only container format typically containing AAC or ALAC audio. Apple uses M4A extensively for iTunes music and purchases. It offers the same quality benefits as AAC with better metadata support, making it ideal for music libraries with album art and track information.
Pros
- +High quality AAC audio in container
- +Excellent metadata and artwork support
- +Native Apple ecosystem support
Cons
- -Less universal than MP3
- -Some older players don't support it
- -Can be confused with video M4V