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WMA to MP3 ConverterWMA files come from Windows Media Player, older Windows PCs and some voice recorders. Most phones, Macs and car stereos cannot play them. Convert WMA to MP3 and your old music and recordings work on every device again.
WMA vs MP3: what changes
WMA (Windows Media Audio) was Microsoft’s alternative to MP3 and sounds similar at the same bitrate, but outside Windows it was never widely supported. MP3 is the universal choice. The MP3 is saved at 192 kbps, which is equal to or better than most WMA files ripped from CDs.
When to convert WMA to MP3
Use it when moving an old music library to a phone or Mac, when a car stereo or speaker skips WMA files, or when an app or website asks for MP3.
Before you convert
WMA files bought from old online stores may be protected with DRM, and protected files cannot be converted by any normal tool. Unprotected WMA, including CDs you ripped yourself, converts normally.
Tips for converting WMA to MP3
Converting a whole old music folder? Start with a few files to check the result, then convert the rest one by one. If you want a lossless archive instead, convert WMA Lossless files to FLAC.
Common problems and fixes
Old Windows Media files will not play on my phone
WMA was the default on older Windows PCs and many phones never supported it. MP3 plays on everything.
Some files give an error
WMA files bought from old online stores were often copy-protected (DRM) and cannot be converted. Unprotected WMA rips work.
WMA Lossless files sound the same as MP3?
For everyday listening, 192 kbps MP3 is very close. Keep the lossless originals if you might need perfect copies later.
WMA to MP3: output details
| You upload | WMA (.wma), usually from old Windows Media Player libraries |
|---|---|
| You get | MP3 at 192 kbps |
| Kept | full length; one stereo or mono track |
| Size limit | 200 MB per file |
Frequently asked questions
Can I convert WMA Lossless?
Yes. WMA Lossless files are decoded and saved as MP3. Choose WAV or FLAC instead if you want to keep them lossless.
Why will my WMA file not convert?
The most common reason is DRM copy protection from an old music store. Those files can only be played with the original licence.
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