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How to Use Winamp to Convert Audio Formats

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In Winamp, select Media Library. Right-click file to convert > select Send To: > Format Converter.Click Encoding Format to choose the format > OK.Follow the steps above to convert an entire playlist. This article explains how to use Winamp version 5.32 to convert digital music files from one audio format to another by using its built-in transcoding tool. You'll need Winamp 5.32+ software and digital audio files without DRM protection.

Converting Single Files or Albums

Format Converter, as the tool is called, is quite a flexible utility that supports multiple formats and can convert single tracks or can batch-convert multiple files using playlists. Like or loathe the ever-increasing list of audio formats, it is sometimes necessary to convert a selection of music files to another format for the sake of compatibility; different MP3 players etc. If you haven't got many files to convert then the easiest method is to highlight individual tracks or albums. To do this: In Winamp, make sure the Media Library tab is selected, Click on Audio (located in the Local Media folder on the left side of the screen).
Right-click a file to convert and then select Send To: > Format Converter from the pop-up menu. To select multiple tracks or albums, hold down the CTRL key while selecting.On the Format Converter screen, click on the Encoding Format option to choose a format. Click OK to start transcoding your selection.

Using a Playlist to Convert Music Files

A more flexible way to queue up tracks and albums is to generate a playlist. To create a new playlist and begin adding files to it: Right-click on Playlists (located in the left pane), select New Playlist from the pop-up menu. Type in a name and click OK.
Drag and drop albums and single tracks onto the playlist to populate it.Click on the playlist to see a list of files that you have added, click the Send-To button > Format Converter.On the Format Converter screen select the encoding format you want, click the OK button to start converting. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Create a Playlist Using Winamp M4R File (What It Is & How to Open One) 6 Best Free Audio Converter Software Programs M4P File (What It Is & How to Open One) How to Rip Music From CDs Using Windows Media Player 11 FLAC File (What It Is & How to Open One) How to Burn Music to CDs in iTunes How to Create a Pandora Playlist How to Play Music in TeamSpeak 3 on a Computer How to Merge Playlists on Spotify OGG File (What It Is and How to Open One) Freemake Video Converter Review The 5 Best Free MP3 Tag Editors M4A File (What It Is and How to Open One) How to Use Windows Media Player to Copy Music From CDs M3U File (What It Is & How to Open One) Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies