d6jg <d6jg.77x...@no-mx.forums.slimdevices.com> writes:

> m4a is just a file extension - it can contain AAC (lossy) or ALAC
> (lossless). The former is similar in size to the equivalent mp3 but the
> latter is significantly larger. Do some research before you go any
> further.

Thanks - I want AAC. 

>
> If your intention is to produce alternate low res files to play on an
> iThingy then I would strongly suggest you opt for mp3. That way if you
> wanted to swap to an Android device or needed music on a USB stick for
> the car then you are covered all ways up.

As I am with Apple at the moment, I will stick with AAC, as I can easily
do the conversion to mp3 if I decide to switch sides.

Cheers and thanks,

Rainer

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