AIFF Format
Audio Interchange File Format
AIFF is Apple's uncompressed audio format, providing CD-quality sound. Commonly used in professional audio production on Mac.
ℹ️ Quick Facts
File Extension:.aiff, .aif
Category:Audio
MIME Type:audio/aiff
Compression:None (uncompressed)
Transparency:No ❌
Best for:Professional audio, Mac audio production, High-fidelity sound, Audio archiving
💡 When to use AIFF?
- Professional audio editing
- Mac-based audio workflows
- When lossless quality is needed
- Audio archiving
⚠️ When NOT to use AIFF?
- When file size matters
- Streaming or mobile playback
- Cross-platform sharing