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Convert M4V to AAC - Extract Audio from Apple Videos

Pull the audio track from M4V videos. Get AAC files that play anywhere.

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Need the Audio from an M4V Video?

M4V files are Apple's video format, commonly used for iTunes movies, TV shows, and video content. Sometimes you want just the audio - the soundtrack, dialogue, or music - without the video taking up space.

Converting M4V to AAC extracts the audio track into a compact, high-quality format. Since M4V videos typically already contain AAC audio, the extraction preserves the original audio quality. No re-encoding means no quality loss.

How to Convert M4V to AAC

  1. Upload your M4V file - Drag and drop or click to select your video
  2. Select AAC output - Choose AAC as your target audio format
  3. Download the audio - Get your extracted AAC file instantly

The entire process happens in your browser. No software to install, no accounts required.

Why M4V Uses AAC Audio

Apple designed the M4V format as a video container that typically pairs H.264 video with AAC audio. This makes M4V to AAC conversion particularly efficient - we're extracting audio that's already in AAC format rather than converting between codecs.

In our testing, extracting AAC from M4V files maintains the exact bitrate and quality of the original audio track. A 256kbps AAC track in your M4V stays at 256kbps after extraction.

Common Use Cases

Creating Podcast Clips

Have an interview or talk show in M4V format? Extract the audio for use in podcasts or audio-only platforms.

Music from Videos

Save the soundtrack or background music from video content. AAC files are compatible with iTunes, Apple Music, and most music players.

Reducing File Size

Video takes up significant storage. If you only need the audio, extracting to AAC can reduce file size by 90% or more while keeping perfect audio quality.

Mobile Listening

Convert video content to audio for listening during commutes, workouts, or while doing other tasks where you can't watch a screen.

AAC vs Other Audio Formats

AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) offers excellent quality at smaller file sizes compared to older formats. At the same bitrate, AAC sounds better than MP3 - especially at lower bitrates where the difference becomes noticeable.

Choose AAC when you need Apple device compatibility and efficient file sizes. For maximum compatibility with older devices, consider M4V to MP3 instead. For uncompressed audio editing, M4V to WAV preserves full quality.

Works on Any Device

Our M4V to AAC converter runs entirely in your browser:

  • Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook
  • Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
  • iPhone, iPad, Android tablets and phones

Your files stay on your device throughout the conversion. Nothing gets uploaded to external servers.

Pro Tip

Since M4V files usually contain AAC audio internally, extraction is lossless. Check your source video's audio bitrate first - if it's 256kbps or higher, your extracted AAC will sound excellent for any purpose.

Common Mistake

Trying to convert DRM-protected iTunes purchases. Apple's FairPlay protection prevents extraction. If conversion fails, check if the file plays only in iTunes - that usually indicates DRM.

Best For

Extracting podcasts, lectures, or music from video files for audio-only listening. Perfect for creating portable audio from iTunes content or personal video recordings.

Not Recommended

Don't use this if you need the video too - you'll have separate audio and video files. Also skip if your audio needs editing - WAV format is better for editing workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions

M4V is Apple's video container format, similar to MP4. It's commonly used for videos purchased or rented from iTunes. M4V files contain H.264 video and AAC audio, sometimes with DRM protection.

No. M4V videos typically already contain AAC audio tracks. Our converter extracts this audio directly without re-encoding, preserving the original quality exactly.

No. M4V files purchased from iTunes may have FairPlay DRM protection that prevents conversion. Only unprotected M4V files can be converted. Screen recordings and personal videos are typically unprotected.

Extraction is fast because we're pulling existing AAC audio rather than re-encoding. A typical 1-hour video converts in under a minute on most devices.

The output AAC file maintains the same bitrate as the original audio in your M4V. If your video has 256kbps AAC audio, the extracted file will be 256kbps.

AAC is the audio codec, while M4A is a container format that typically holds AAC audio. They're closely related - both work in iTunes and on Apple devices. Our converter produces standard AAC files.

Yes. Android has supported AAC playback since early versions. Most music players, streaming apps, and the default media player on Android handle AAC without issues.

AAC offers better sound quality than MP3 at the same file size. Choose AAC for Apple devices and modern players. Choose MP3 only if you need compatibility with very old devices or car stereos.

Yes. Upload multiple M4V files and extract audio from all of them in a single batch. Each file downloads as a separate AAC file.

Yes, completely free. No watermarks, no file limits, no registration required. Convert as many M4V files to AAC as you need.

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