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WMA MP3 Converter FAQ
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WMA MP3 Converter converts WMA to MP3
and MP3 to WMA, and resamples WMA
files. The software is an ALL-IN-ONE audio converter that supports
more than 100 audio and video files, and keeps ID3 tag when converting. The converter
also supports batch conversion.
How does the software work?
WMA MP3 Converter converts WMA (Windows
Media Audio), WMV (Windows Media Video), and ASF
(Advanced Systems Format) files into MP3 format, and resamples
WMA files. The software also supports more than 100
audio and video files as input, and converts to MP3, WMA, WMV, ASF,
WAV, OGG, AAC, MP4, M4A, M4B, M4R, AMR, and AWB files.
You can follow instructions below to get started with the software.
- Click "Add File" to choose audio and video files
- Choose target file format
- Click "Convert"
- Done.
For more detailed instructions, please click here.
What files does the software support?
The software supports the following files.
- Supported Input Files: 3G2, 3GP, 3GP2, 3GPP, 4XM, AAC, AC3, ADX, AFC,
AIF, AIFC, AIFF, ALAW, AMR, AMV, APE, ASF, AU, AVI, AWB, CAF, CDA, CDATA, DIF,
DIVX, DTS, DV, DVD, DVR-MS, DXA, FLAC, FLC, FLI, FLIC, FLV, FLX, GSM, GXF, H261,
H263, H263+, H264, IT, KAR, M1A, M1V, M2A, M2TS, M2V, M4A, M4B, M4V, MID, MIDI,
MJ2, MJPEG, MJPG, MKA, MKV, MLP, MLV, MMF, MO3, MOD, MOV, MP+, MP1, MP2, MP3,
MP4, MPA, MPC, MPE, MPEG, MPG, MPGA, MPP, MPV, MTM, MTS, MTV, MVI, MXF, NSA, NSV,
NUT, NUV, OGA, OGG, OGM, OGV, OGX, OMA, PSP, PSX, PVA, QCP, QT, RA, RAM, RM, RMI,
RMVB, ROQ, RPL, S3M, SDP, SHN, SMK, SND, SOL, SPX, STR, SWF, TS, TTA, UMX, VFW,
VID, VMD, VOB, VOC, VQF, W64, WAV, WAVE64, WM, WMA, WMD, WMV, WV, XA, XM, XVID,
XWMV, YUV
- Supported Output Files: MP3, WAV, WMA, WMV (Audio only), ASF (Audio
only), OGG, AAC, AAC for iPod / iTunes, MP4 (Audio only), M4A (MPEG-4 Audio),
M4B (MPEG-4 Audiobook), M4R (iPhone Ringtone), AMR, AWB
Refer to the following links.
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WMV Related Topics |
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Does the software support
batch conversion?
Yes, it does.
How to convert WMA
to MP3 format?
- Click "Add Files" to choose WMA files
- Choose "to MP3"
- Click "Convert"
How to convert WMV
to MP3 format?
- Click "Add Files" to choose WMV files
- Choose "to MP3"
- Click "Convert"
How to convert ASF
to MP3 format?
- Click "Add Files" to choose ASF files
- Choose "to MP3"
- Click "Convert"
How to convert MP3
to WMA format?
- Click "Add Files" to choose MP3 files
- Choose "to WMA"
- Click "Convert"
How to convert WAV
to WMA format?
- Click "Add Files" to choose WAV files
- Choose "to WMA"
- Click "Convert"
How to convert WMV
to WMA format?
- Click "Add Files" to choose WMV files
- Choose "to WMA"
- Click "Convert"
How to convert ASF
to WMA format?
- Click "Add Files" to choose ASF files
- Choose "to WMA"
- Click "Convert"
Can I change volume
when converting?
Of course. You need to set an option before converting.
- For MP3: Click "Options" -> "MP3 Options" tab
- > "Sound" section, check "Amplify / Reduce sound" and set a
coefficient. The coefficient value is described below.
- < 100% - Reduce sound
- = 100% - No changes
- > 100% - Amplify sound
For example:
- 50%: Reduce sound to half of original audio
- 200%: Double sound of original audio
- For WAV: Similar to MP3, just click "WAV Options"
tab instead.
- For WMA: Similar to MP3, just click "WMA Options"
tab instead.
- For AAC: Similar to MP3, just click "AAC Options"
tab instead.
- For MP4/M4A/M4B: Similar to MP3, just click "MP4/M4A/M4B
Options" tab instead.
Is it possible to keep ID3 tag information when converting
into MP3/WMA/MP4/M4A/M4B?
Yes, it is. Please click "Options" -> "MP3 Options,"
"WMA Options," or "MP4/M4A/M4B Options" tab -> "ID3 tag,"
and then check "Transfer ID3 tag from source file."
How can I add a customized ID3 tag when converting
to MP3/WMA/MP4/M4A/M4B?
Click "Options" -> "MP3 Options," "WMA Options," or
"MP4/M4A/M4B Options" tab -> "ID3 tag" section and
check "Add ID3 tag", and then click "Edit ID3 tag" to
edit ID3 tag information.

At "Title" field, if you check "Name as file name (not include extension)",
the software will set Title as file name when converting. For example: original
file name is "Happy New Year.wma", and then the title will be set as "Happy New
Year" automatically.
What encoding parameters does the software support for
MP3?
WMA MP3 Converter supports the following encoding parameters
for MP3.
- Sample Frequency: supports 8000 Hz, 11025 Hz, 12000 Hz, 16000 Hz, 22050
Hz, 24000 Hz, 32000 Hz, 44100 Hz and 48000 Hz.
- Bit Rate: supports 8 kbps, 16 kbps, 24 kbps, 32 kbps, 40 kbps, 48 kbps,
56 kbps, 64 kbps, 80 kbps, 96 kbps, 112 kbps, 128 kbps, 144 kbps, 160 kbps, 192
kbps, 224 kbps, 256 kbps, and 320 kbps.
- Channels: supports joint stereo, stereo, and mono.
What encoding parameters does the software support for
WAV?
WMA MP3 Converter supports the following encoding parameters
for WAV.
- Sample Frequency: supports 6000 Hz, 8000 Hz, 11025 Hz, 12000 Hz, 16000
Hz, 22050 Hz, 24000 Hz, 32000 Hz, 44100 Hz, 48000 Hz, 88200 Hz and 96000 Hz.
- Bits: supports 8 bits and 16 bits.
- Channels: supports mono and stereo.
What encoding parameters does the software support for
WMA?
It's depends on your system. Generally, WMA MP3 Converter
supports the following encoding parameters for WMA.
- Sample Frequency: supports 8000 Hz, 11025 Hz, 16000 Hz, 22050 Hz, 24000
Hz, 32000 Hz, 44100 Hz, 48000 Hz, 88200 Hz, and 96000 Hz.
- Bit Rate: supports 5 kbps, 6 kbps, 8 kbps, 12 kbps, 16 kbps, 20 kbps,
22 kbps, 24 kbps, 32 kbps, 40 kbps, 48 kbps, 64 kbps, 80 kbps, 96 kbps, 128 kbps,
160 kbps, 192 kbps, 256 kbps, 384 kbps, and 440 kbps.
- Channels: supports stereo and mono.
What encoding parameters does the software support for
AAC?
WMA MP3 Converter supports the following encoding parameters
for AAC.
- Average Bit Rate (ABR): supports 16 kbps, 24 kbps, 32 kbps, 40 kbps,
48 kbps, 56 kbps, 64 kbps, 80 kbps, 96 kbps, 112 kbps, 128 kbps, 144 kbps, 160
kbps, 192 kbps, 224 kbps, 256 kbps, and 320 kbps.
- Variable Bit Rate (VBR): supports quality value from 10 to 500. The
bigger value, the better sound quality, and the larger file size.
And, the software supports the following advanced options for professional
users.
- Use Temporal Noise Shaping (TNS): default value is OFF
- Allow Mid/Side: default value is ON
- MPEG Version: default value is MPEG4. The MPEG4 is recommended. As
non-standard compliant players like QuickTime 6 only support MPEG4. However, Philips
Expanium users should choose MPEG2. As their CD portable does not know MPEG-4
AAC files.
- Block Type: default value is "Both long and short"
What encoding parameters does the software support for
MP4/M4A/M4B?
Similar to AAC file except MPEG Version.
Is it possible to
output destination files to a specified folder?
Yes, it is. You may click "Options" -> "General Options" tab
-> "Output" section, choose "A custom folder" at "Output folder"
combo-box and click "Browse" button to choose an output folder.
Is it possible to
output destination files to a specified folder and keep path of original files?
Yes, it is. Like question above, but you should check "Create folders according
to path of source file", thus the software will create folders according to
path of source file.
For example: Source file is "C:\Music\pop\1.wma", specified output folder
is "D:\Output", if the option is checked, then the output folder will be "D:\Output\C\Music\pop",
the software will create folder "D:\Output\C\Music\pop" automatically.
How to split left and
right channels into two files?
First, split the left channel.
- Set output channel to mono at MP3 or WAV Options
- Check "L channel" at Options -> General tab -> "If output
channel is set to mono and the original file is stereo, output sound equals to"
- Convert to MP3 or WAV
Then, split the right channel, similar to instructions above, just check "R
channel" at step 2.
How to order the software?
We partner with PayPal, an eBay (NASDAQ: EBAY) Company, who processes
our orders. PayPal accepts payments by credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American
Express, and Discover), PayPal funds, and bank transfer.
You can also purchase our software via Plimus. They accept payment by
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Solo, Switch), Wire Transfer, Phone Order, Fax Order, Mail / Check / Money Order.
Click here to order the software online
What happens after
I place an order?
You will receive an email confirming your order shortly after placing an order.
Then, within 24 hours, you will receive the second email with your registration
code, and instructions to get started!
I have more questions
- who should I write to?
Please send your additional questions to support@hootech.com.
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