Getting AAC version of songs

I right click on a song, and click "create AAC version". itunes converts the song and then i go to the folder where the music is located and all it did was create another m4a file.. I need the AAC version of the song so i can use it on my DSi.
I have the latest version of iTunes and i bought the song as an iTunes Plus song. Why cant i get the AAC version?

AAC is an audio codec used by the MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 specifications. MPEG-4 files with only an unprotected AAC audio track will have an extension of m4a; the m and 4 refer to the specification and the a means audio.
Basically, you have the AAC version even though the extension is m4a and not aac.
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Create AAC version problems - songs cut off

I am running the most recent version of iTunes on my laptop (11.3.1?...my laptop is at home, and I'm not) on Windows 8, but I think I've been having this problem since I was on Windows 7, and on previous versions of iTunes as well.
I'm importing a bunch of MP3 files into my library. There doesn't seem to be anything special with them...usually CBR @ 320kbps (they are music I've downloaded directly from artists' websites).
However, I'm a little OCD, so I'd like all of my music in iTunes to be AAC. So I try converting these MP3s to AAC using the built-in function. I use the iTunes plus encoder, but the problem seems to happen with the lower quality settings as well. The conversion seems to work properly, however every AAC version of the song that gets created is exactly 3 minutes 37 seconds long. If the original song is longer than that, it gets cut off at that point. I don't recall offhand what happens if the original song is shorter than 3:37...I don't know if I had any that were shorter than that to begin with to test.
Obviously there isn't a "Make every song 3:37" setting, so I doubt it's a setting that is mis-set. I'm guessing there's something else on my laptop that is interfering with iTunes working properly, but for the life of me I couldn't tell what. When I upgraded from Windows 7 to 8, it was a clean install, so there shouldn't be anything lingering from that. Also, I created a new library when I did that upgrade, so I doubt there was anything that came over with that. So it's possible it's something that I may have installed after I set the laptop up, but I'd have no way of telling other than wiping, reinstalling, and testing after every app has been installed.

neilp316 wrote:
I am running the most recent version of iTunes on my laptop (11.3.1?...my laptop is at home, and I'm not) on Windows 8, but I think I've been having this problem since I was on Windows 7, and on previous versions of iTunes as well.
I'm importing a bunch of MP3 files into my library. There doesn't seem to be anything special with them...usually CBR @ 320kbps (they are music I've downloaded directly from artists' websites).
However, I'm a little OCD, so I'd like all of my music in iTunes to be AAC. So I try converting these MP3s to AAC using the built-in function. I use the iTunes plus encoder, but the problem seems to happen with the lower quality settings as well. The conversion seems to work properly, however every AAC version of the song that gets created is exactly 3 minutes 37 seconds long. If the original song is longer than that, it gets cut off at that point. I don't recall offhand what happens if the original song is shorter than 3:37...I don't know if I had any that were shorter than that to begin with to test.
Obviously there isn't a "Make every song 3:37" setting, so I doubt it's a setting that is mis-set. I'm guessing there's something else on my laptop that is interfering with iTunes working properly, but for the life of me I couldn't tell what. When I upgraded from Windows 7 to 8, it was a clean install, so there shouldn't be anything lingering from that. Also, I created a new library when I did that upgrade, so I doubt there was anything that came over with that. So it's possible it's something that I may have installed after I set the laptop up, but I'd have no way of telling other than wiping, reinstalling, and testing after every app has been installed.
Neil,
It is an iTunes bug. There have been various versions of that bug reported here. It occurs more often with VBR, but you are seeing it with CBR.
However, I STRONGLY suggest that you leave your MP3/320s alone. OCD or no, there is absolutely no advantage to the conversion. Virtually anything that can handle AAC can play MP3 (and the reverse is not at all true). Worse, the conversion itself has the potential to introduce audio degradation, which is probably not what you want.
Or, if you really must do the conversion, use a competent 3rd party conversion program such as Switch.

HT1473 I get a message the songs are in wma format and iTunes will convert them to AAC format - do I select Convert or Skip?

I get a message the songs are in wma format and iTunes will convert them to AAC format - do I select Convert or Skip. I ripped new CDs I bought using Windows Media Player and they are saved on my C drive. I have done this before but cannot do it now.

If you want to play them in iTunes, choose "Convert." This will allow iTunes to create new AAC versions and add those new versions to your iTunes library.
The original WMA files will still be in the folder(s) wherever they currently are. iTunes will ignore the WMAs once it has the converted versions. It is then up to you if you wish to keep or delete your WMA origninals.

On a Mac OS X version 10.4.11 and itunes 9.1.1. Can't update to itunes 10.6Trying to get a previously purchased song. Can't use the purchased option under quick link - nothing shows up and won't let me purchase an already purchased song. What can I do?

On a Mac OS X version 10.4.11 and itunes 9.1.1. Can't update to itunes 10.6, Mac too old. Trying to get a previously purchased song. Can't use the purchased option under quick link - nothing shows up and won't let me purchase an already purchased song. What can I do?

If possible you need to upgrade OS X. However, what you can upgrade to is dependent on what your Mac hardware and configuration is which you have not provided in your profile.

How to create AAC version of a song?

Most websites say that I just have to right click a song in iTunes to creat AAC version, but I don't see that option. There are "Convert ID3 Tags", "Reset Play", "Creat MP3 Version", and "Consolidate files". I want the AAC version of the song so I can use it as a ringtone.

Change the default iTunes encoder to AAC. That option will then appear.
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HT1338 If I have my ITunes up to version 10.6.3, what do I need to get to version 10.7 for my new Iphone 5 to be able to work on my macbook to add my songs to my phone

If I have my ITunes up to version 10.6.3, what do I need to get to version 10.7 for my new Iphone 5 to be able to work on my macbook to add my songs to my phone

Hi Jeff,
Apple ID (required for some features)
Internet access5
Syncing with iTunes on a Mac or PC requires:
Mac: OS X v10.6.8 or later
PC: Windows 7; Windows Vista; or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 3 or later
iTunes 10.7 or later (free download from www.itunes.com/download)
http://www.apple.com/iphone/specs.html
Snow Leopard/10.6.x Requirements...
General requirements
   * Mac computer with an Intel processor
    * 1GB of memory (I say 4GB at least, more if you can afford it)
    * 5GB of available disk space (I say 30GB at least)
    * DVD drive for installation
    * Some features require a compatible Internet service provider; fees may apply.
    * Some features require Apple’s MobileMe service; fees and terms apply.
Which apps work with Mac OS X 10.6?...
http://snowleopard.wikidot.com/
It's been pulled from the online store & Apple Stores, so you have to call Apple to buy it, last I heard.
Call Apple Sales...in the US: 1-800-MY-APPLE. Or Support... 1-800-275-2273
Other countries...
http://support.apple.com/kb/HE57

In iTunes did version 12 get rid of free songs?

In iTunes did version 12 get rid of free songs?

If you are in the US then there are some free songs again, there should be a 'Free on iTunes' link under Quick Links on the right-hand side of the music store homepage in the store - or this link will take you straight to it : https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewFeature?cc=us&id=96048294 7
Not sure if it's available in other countries, I can't see it here in the UK

How can I make an AAC version of a song?

How can I make an AAC version of a song? All I see is "Create an MP3 Version". I do not want to pay for a shorter version of a song that I already have! Why is APPLE doing this to us?!?!?! GREED, that's why!! #venting

Right-click on the tune and select "Create AAC version..." from the pop-up menu. Quicktime can also convert MP3 to AAC.
Ringtones need to be AAC (MPEG4 audio, aka .M4A) audio of less than 30 seconds in length. Once converted, find the file and change the suffix of the file name from .M4A to .M4R and drag the file into iTunes and it will be recognized as a ringtone.
There are a couple of applications that do this for Windows, and OS X provides a mechanism to do this with several tools and even provides means for batch conversion and automation of the process.

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what is converting to AAC version on itunes music?

AAC is an encoding used for music files. (The encodings iTunes can use are AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless WAV and AIFF.) There's some information on converting to AAC in the following document:
iTunes: How to convert a song to a different file format
(If you're seeing the "Convert to AAC" command, then AAC has been chosen as your encoder in your import settings.)

Create Ringtones in iTunes 10- AAC Version greyed out

Need assistance creating ringtones in iTunes 10:
I have iTunes 10 on a Windows PC. I went into Preferences, General, IMPORT SETTINGS and set it to AAC Encoder and HIGH QUALITY (128 bkps) and checked the Error Correction.
The AAC Version in the ADVANCED drop down is still showing as being GREYED out after selecting an MP3 with 0 and 30 seconds as the time limits in GET INFO for a song.
I have searched for a possible "fix" to get the AAC Version to be available. Nothing works so far. HELP!!
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I had the same problem until I realized that I first need to buy the song and then create the ringtone from the already purchased song. The instructions could have been made clearer on this, and it would be great if you could use the ring tone creation tool to check if the song really fits before you buy the song…
Good luck

Why can't I get a new ringtone (song) on my iphone 5c ?

Why can't I get a new ringtone (song) on my iphone 5c?

Did you purchase the ringtone or make it yourself by taking an excerpt from a song?
If taking an excerpt from a song, it must be 30 sec or less. Once you get the 30 sec clip, you have to create an AAC version of the clip. Open the folder with the AAC version of the clip and change the file extension to .m4r I believe. Then double click the new file and it will automatically be loaded in the "tones" folder. You can then open the "tones" folder in iTunes and drag it to your iPhone which is connected to iTunes on your computer.

How do I get iTunes to recognize songs from other sources?

how do I get iTunes to recognize songs I transferred from another computer of were downloaded from another source?

I'm not sure I understand but are you sayng these music files did not import into Itunes? If they are on your comuter and in the format iTunes excepts just drag and drop them into itunes
These are the current formats
iTunes 11 can currently read, write and convert between MP3, AIFF, WAV, MPEG-4, AAC and Apple Lossless (.m4a)
If they are FLAC based music you will need to convert them with a 3rd party piece of software to Apple Lossless or mp3
The windows version also handles transcoding WMA files to other formats but will not natively play them

How can I make mp3 versions of songs I have purchased? Under the 'Advance' in the menu for iTunes, that choice is dimmed.

How can I make mp3 versions of songs I have purchased? Under the 'Advance' in the menu for iTunes, Creating mp3 version is dimmed.

Have you quit and re-launched iTunes? Does the menu item become active then? Or are you trying to convert a protected file, which isn't possible. You can tell if the file is protected by doing a Get Info. If Kind says "protected AAC audio file" the file can not be converted in-place. It must first be burned to Audio CD which you can then import into iTunes as an MP3.

AAC Version

When I select to convert to AAC version in iTunes, the new version doesn't show up? I'm trying to create a new version for a ringtone.

Jillee,
There is a longstanding bug in iTunes where new songs do not always show correctly in Music view. (See for example tracks only show in recently added? not music library. )
Be assured that if the song shows in your Recently Added list, it really is there. If you need to get to the file for some purpose, right-click the track in the Recently Added list, and choose Show in Windows Explorer.

ITunes is no longer syncing to Apple TV. I have been using my Apple TV Gen 1 for 3 years with good success. For reasons unknown to me, iTunes no longer syncs with my Apple TV. It says/looks like it's syncing but never gets through the first song.

iTunes sees the Apple TV as a device. I have it set to manual sync. I have it set to sync my entire library (I have only 10 CDs in my library). It says it is syncing. The wheel goes round and round. The song it is syncing is listed. The number of songs that are to by synced is listed. but it never gets through syncing the song. I have also set it to sync my photos, but never gets to them. I seem to have a good wireless connection to my Apple TV. I am able to talk between my PC and my Apple TV, but now it won't sync. Note: I have been playing music on my Apple TV for 3 years with good success (with hundreds of songs), but it no longer seems to work like it did. Thanks.

Intermittent problems are often a result of interference. Interference can be caused by other networks in the neighbourhood or from household electrical items.
You can download and install iStumbler (NetStumbler for windows users) to help you see which channels are used by neighbouring networks so that you can avoid them, but iStumbler will not see household items.
Refer to your router manual for instructions on changing your wifi channel or adjusting your multicast rate.
There are other types of problems that can affect networks, but this is by far the most common, hence worth mentioning first. Networks that have inherent issues can be seen to work differently with different versions of the same software. You might also try moving the Apple TV away from other electrical equipment.

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