Is AIFF supported the same as WAV?

Yes. AIFF is uncompressed like WAV and transcribes with similar accuracy.

Should I convert AIFF to MP3 first?

No need. Upload AIFF directly to keep the best possible quality.

Transcribe source

Transcribe AIFF to Text

Apple's uncompressed audio format.

Acces immediat. Aucune carte bancaire requise.

Connexion

Une inscription est requise avant d importer ou de transcrire.

What is AIFF?

AIFF is Apple's uncompressed audio format, similar to WAV in quality and size.

Transcription quick facts

Common use: Mac and DAW exports
Quality tip: Trim silence before uploading
Watch out for: Large files can be slow to upload

Best use cases

Mac and DAW exports
Archival recordings
High-quality interviews

Common pitfalls

Large files can be slow to upload
Some Windows apps cannot preview AIFF
Stereo recordings increase size

Tips for higher accuracy

Trim silence before uploading
Use mono when possible
Export at 16-bit/44.1 kHz or 48 kHz for compatibility

Sample AIFF transcript

Archivist: Please state your name for the record.
Speaker: This is Dana Lee, July 4, 1998.
Archivist: What do you remember most?
Speaker: The community turnout was incredible.
Archivist: Any final thoughts?
Speaker: Preserve the stories while we can.