How to change iTunes music store audio quality?

Hi all,
I just bought some songs off of iTunes store, and I noticed that they're 128kbs M4A. Is there any way to change it to 192k or better? (And redownload the same songs in the better audio format?)
Thanks

128kbps AAC should be fine for most users. (i.e. it's much better than 128kbps mp3). Some tracks will also be available via iTunes Plus which is 256kbps AAC.http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=305567
Click on this link:
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/iTunesPlusPage
and it will tell you how much it costs to upgrade your library.
Normally to convert music (i.e. I often reduce the quality on Audiobooks or podcasts to squeeze more on an iPod):
- Go to iTunes menu > Preferences... > Advanced > Importing.
- Make the settings to how you wish them and exit preferences.
- Then select one or more files, right click and choose "Convert selection to...".
This can't add quality though.
mrtotes

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