How to Convert an MPEG4 to an MP3 on iTunes (7 Steps)

By Ezekiel James

Convert MP4 to MP3 in iTunes.
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MP4 (MPEG-4) files were developed by the Motion Picture Experts Group (MPEG) as a type of compressed file which allows for the seamless online sharing of video and audio files. Unfortunately MP4 audio files are not yet used as universally as MP3 (MPEG-3) files. Therefore you may want to convert your MP4 files on your computer to MP3 files. You can do this easily in iTunes.

Step 1

Open iTunes then select the MP4 file you want to convert in your song library.

Step 2

Click on the "iTunes" drop-down menu then select "Preferences," or hit "Command + Comma."

Step 3

Select the "Advanced" tab then select the "Importing" tab under the "Advanced" tab.

Step 4

Click on the "Import Using" drop-down menu then select the "MP3 Encoder" option.

Step 5

Click on the "Settings" drop-down menu and select the "Custom" option. Wait for the "Custom" window to open.

Step 6

Select "64 kbps" in the "Stereo Bit Rate" drop-down menu then select "44.100 kHz" in the "Sample Rate" drop-down menu. Hit the "OK" button. Close the "Preferences" window.

Step 7

Select the "Advanced" menu then click on the "Convert Selection to MP3" and wait for iTunes to convert your selected song to an MP3.

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