MP3 Encoder is an application for converting a variety of audio formats to MP3 using the high quality LAME encoder. Designed for ease of use, simplicity, and above all, the highest possible quality mp3 files.
Multi-ThreadedMP3 Encoder is multi-threaded and can batch convert multiple files at once, up to the number of processor cores your system has.
CompatibilitySupports a wide variaty of input formats including AAC, AIFF, Apple Lossless, FLAC, OGG Vorbis, WAV, WMA, and more!
MetadataSupports reading and writing metadata, including album artwork. Edit and enter in your own metadata with a convienent editor. Even create custom output paths and file names based on metadata.
Encoding OptionsMP3 Encoder provides you with a full range of encoding options. Select from all of the encoding methods, bitrates, alogrithm qualities, and stereo modes offered by the LAME encoder.
iTunes IntegrationExport your encoded mp3s directly to your iTunes library. Even create custom iTunes playlists based on the track's metadata!
Tag EditorMP3 Encoder can also edit the metadata of existing MP3 Files, functioning as a basic tag editor, without the need to re-encode your files!
By default, files are placed in your Music folder. You can also select your own output directory in the preferences.
No. MP3 Encoder was designed specifically for creating MP3 files. If you want to covert between other audio file formats check out our latest program, Pro Audio Converter.
MP3 Encoder is not designed to be used to rip CDs. Although, it is technically possible. CD ripping can be achieved by setting the Maximum Number of Encoders to 1 in the preferences and dragging the CD from to finder to MP3 Encoder. Setup your encoding settings and rip away! Make sure your output directory is not set to Same As Source. Full official support for CD ripping is planned for a future release.
Yes! Simpy add your mp3 files to MP3 Encoder and use the metadata editor to make your changes. Then hold down the Encode button to reveal a pulldown menu, and select Write Metadata. Changes to the metadata are only written once you press the Write Metadata button.
Yes! You can select multiple files at once in the queue and all of their metadata will be edited at once.
MP3 encoder will go through the whole folder and all it's sub-folders and add any supported file to the queue.
Yes! Even if MP3 Encoder is not running, you can drag files and folers to it's Dock icon. This makes it simple to convert files quickly.
There are two possibilities. One is that the WMA files you are trying to convert have DRM copyright protection on them. As noted in the app description, DRM protected files are not supported. The second possibility is that they are 24-bit WMA-Lossless files. 24-bit WMA-Lossless type files are not yet supported.
It's possible that the file you are trying to convert is simply corrupt. Feel free to send an email and attach the file in question. I'll be happy verify what the issue with the file is.
Yes! As long as the audio track on the video is in a supported format and the file extension is either .mov or .mp4.