Q: What is the best tool to convert Audible to mp3 2024?
Q: Can I convert Audible to MP3 for free?
A: Yes, we've collected the different free Audible to MP3 tools for you and reivew them.
Q: Can I convert Audible to MP3 online?
A: Yes, but online Audible to MP3 conversion tools are not stable and have the strict Audible file size limit.
Q: Can I convert Audible to MP3 with chapters?
A: Yes, converting to mp3 with chapters, or splitting audible into chapters is enabled in the Epubor Audible Converter.
Q: Can I convert Audible to MP3 on Android?
A: Currently, there is no AAX to MP3 Android Converter. I know many Audible users choose to download the Audible books via Audible for Android because they cannot find "Download" option on Audible website. Epubor Audible Converter allows users to login to Audible with Epubor Audible Converter and give you the "Download Audible as MP3" option.
Can I convert Audible to MP3 format? This is one of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to listening to Audible books. Why? Almost all audiobooks downloaded from Audible are locked by Audible DRM and limited to Audible's proprietary format. You may argue that you have legally purchased Audible books and should be able to play them on any device as you like. The fact is that Audible books cannot be played on non-Audible-approved devices, which is decided by Audible.
In contrast, MP3 is the most popular audio file type and can be played on almost all audio players. It is easy to understand why everyone wants to convert Audible to MP3 nowadays.
Here are 5 different ways to converting Audible files to MP3 format , each with its pros and cons. Among these methods, Epubor Audible Converter is highly recommended because of its outstanding features.
1. [Official] Download & Convert Audible to MP3 with Epubor Audible Converter
Epubor Audible Converter is designed to download and convert Audible to MP3, M4B or MP4 format. It works smoothly on both Windows and Mac, including the latest Mac operating system. It is the easiest-to-use Audible Converter.
Key Features of Epubor Audible Converter:
1Download and convert Audible to MP3/M4B/MP4 with 100% original Quality.
2Split audible into chapters.
360X faster conversion speed
4Remove Audible DRM without iTunes.
Step 1. Download and install Epubor Audible Converter
Step 2. Load Audible Library
Cannot find the "Download" button for your Audible books? No worries. Here we offer the best way to download Audible books within Epubor Audible Converter.
Click "Login" at the top left corner, and then choose your audible region.
Then input your Audible credentials to login to your Audible in Epubor Audible Converter.
The Audible library will be loaded automatically. If not, click "Refresh" to load your Audible library.
Step 3. Download Audible to PC/Mac and convert Audible to MP3
Drag the Audible books from the left side to the right.
Optional Step Split Audible in Chapters
Do you want to split Audible into chapters? The 'Split by chapters' option is also available at the bottom area. Simply check the box next to it and then click on the 'Convert to MP3' button. This time, your Audible files will be split into chapters.
If you don't want to split audible by chapters, you can just ignore the optional step, and click 'Convert to MP3' to initiate the download and conversion process.
This process involves removing Audible DRM and converting Audible to MP3. Once the conversion is complete, the Audible DRM will be removed, and the Audible books will be transformed into MP3 files.
To locate the converted Audible MP3 files, click on the 'Open' button in the top area to open the folder.
With the powerful Epubor Audible converter, you can effortlessly download and convert Audible audiobook to MP3 format at a 60X faster speed while preserving 100% of the original quality. This is the simplest way to remove Audible DRM and convert AAX files to MP3. Although there are other ways to convert Audible to MP3, none are as straightforward as this method.
In the following section, we walk you through another four different ways to convert Audible to MP3 in case you want to review them one by one to pick up the tool you like the best.
2. Convert Audible to MP3 by Recording
You can also record the Audible to mp3 using the free recording software. There are two steps to do so:
Step 1. playing Audible files on line.
Step 2. recording Audible with Audio recorder.
Method 1. Record Audible to MP3 With Moo0 Voice Recorder
Moo0 Voice Recorder, is an application which works on Audible to mp3 conversion. Actually, it using the recording technology to record Audible book and rip Audible to MP3 format.
1 Download and install Moo0 Voice Recorder.
2 Launch the program and select "PC Sound" as the audio source. Click on the "Start Recording" button to begin recording the audio.
3 Play Audible files that you want to record on your PC. Once you're finished recording, click on the "Stop Recording" button to end the process. The recorded audio file will be automatically saved in the "Recorded" folder in the program's directory. The recorded audio will be saved in WAV or MP3 format, depending on your preference.
Method 2. Record Audible to MP3 with Audacity
Audacity is a well-known free audio recording software that allows you to record the audio playing on your computer. If you're looking to convert Audible to MP3 by recording, it's a viable option. However, keep in mind that the software can be a little complicated for beginners, and the output audio may be compressed.
To use Audacity for recording Audible as MP3, follow these steps.
1 Launch Audacity and click on the "Edit" icon to open the Preferences page.
2 Select "Device" > "Host" > "Windows WASAPI," and then choose "Recording."
3 Open your web browser and navigate to the Audible library and start playing the Audible audiobook on the website.
4 Go back to Audacity and click on the "Record" button to start recording the Audible book to MP3, and then click "Stop" to end the recording.
By following the above steps, you can easily record your favorite audible books to mp3 and enjoy them anytime, anywhere, without an internet connection.
Pros and Cons of recording Audible to mp3:
Pros:
- It is free to convert audible aax to mp3.
Cons:
- The process of recording Audible to MP3 can be time-consuming.
- Recording may result in a loss of quality.
- This software is only available for Windows, but there are alternative apps for Mac users.
3. Convert Audible AAX to MP3 iTunes (Burning a CD)
If you're wondering how to convert Audible files to MP3 using iTunes, you're not alone. In this part, we'll walk you through the detailed steps on how to burn Audible into MP3. Essentially, you'll need to import the audible into iTunes, create an audio CD, and then re-import the audiobook from the CD using iTunes' built-in MP3 encoder. It's a bit of a complex process, but you'll ultimately get the results you're looking for. Follow the steps below:
1 Install iTunes
Download iTunes to your computer here. Once installed, you'll need to authorize your Audible account. To do this, select Account>>Authorization > >Authorize Audible account. Then it will pop up the Audible.com information. A pop-up window for Audible.com will appear, prompting you to enter your account information. Fill in the required information and click "Click here to complete your activation!" to complete the authorization process.
2 Add Audible books to iTunes
Open iTunes and click File > New > Playlist to create a new playlist. Name the playlist after the title of the audiobook. Next, drag the audiobook files into the newly created playlist.
3 Burn a CD via iTunes
To burn a CD, begin by inserting a blank CD into your computer. Then, select the playlist you want to burn and click "Burn Disc". Choose your CD burner and write speed, and click "Burn" to start the process. If the audiobooks are very long and cannot fit onto one single CD, a warning will pop up. If given the option, you can choose to burn the file across multiple CDs.
4 Import MP3 audiobook
To convert the burned audiobook CD to MP3, open the "General Preferences" in iTunes by clicking "Edit > Preferences". Then, click "Import Settings" and make sure that "MP3 Encoder" is selected. Click "OK" to save the changes.
Next, reinsert the burned audiobook CD into your computer. Highlight the CD in iTunes' sidebar and select "Import". iTunes will begin importing the file back to your iTunes library in MP3 format.
It's worth noting that this method may require a lot of CDs if you're converting a long audiobook, which could be wasteful. Nevertheless, this remains a feasible approach for ripping Audible audiobooks to MP3 format.
Pros and cons of buring Audible into MP3:
Pros:
- To burn Audible to MP3, you'll burn Audible on to a CD which is portable, and can be easily played in your car.
- The software required for this method is available at no cost.
- This method requires purchasing blank CDs.
- It is necessary to authorize your Audible account on iTunes before proceeding.
- It's worth noting that this process can be somewhat complicated.
4. Convert Audible to MP3 Online
We have tried numerous online Audible converters and found that only a few are currently functional with Audible files.
Also, to use the online audible to mp3 service, you need to download audible files to your computer first. If you cannot locate your downloaded audible book, please read Where are Audible Books Stored on PC/MAC/Android/Kindle Devices.
Method 1. Convertio--not working
Although Convertio audio converter is often recommended by many people, our testing has shown that it does not provide satisfactory results for converting Audible files to MP3. It is clear that Convertio audio converter does not support Audible aax to mp3 conversion. So you can just pass this option.
Method 2. Online-audio-converter.com
If you are still interested in the free online audible converter, we suggest giving Audio Converter online a try. Follow the below steps to convert audible to mp3 online.
1 Upload the Audible files online
You can upload the Audible books from your computer, Google Drive, Dropbox or URL. Please keep in mind that the maximum size for uoloads is 10 MB. If your file is large than 10MB, "conversion error occurs" will appear when you convert it.
2 Convert Audible file
After uploading your file to the website, select MP3 as the output format, then click on the "Convert" icon to begin the conversion process. Once the conversion is complete, click the "Download" button to save the MP3 file to your computer.
It's important to note that this online Audible to mp3 converter requires a constant internet connection. If your internet goes down, you won't be able to use this method. Additionally, you'll need to upload your .aa or .aax files every time you want to convert them, which can be time-consuming. Furthermore, this method isn't recommended because most Audible books are larger than the 10MB maximum file size allowed by the converter.
- It is free.
- The online Audible converter has a file size limit of 10MB. It cannot handle larger audible files.
- You must ensure that your internet connection remains stable throughout the conversion process.
5. Convert Audible to MP3 Free with Opensource Audible Converters
There are many opensource Audible Converters you can use to convert Audible to MP3 for free. I've reviewed many free audible converters and ensure they are still valid in 2023.
1. AAX Audio Converter
2. inAudible
3. Libation
I've reviewed them in the Free Audible Converters, if you are interested in the opensource Audible Converters, hope this article will help you.
Verdict
I must admit that there are various methods to convert Audible files to MP3, but Epubor Audible Converter stands out as my top choice. Compared to other approaches, converting Audible to MP3 with Epubor Audible Converter is the easiest way, even for newcomers, for the reasons outlined below.
Why Pick Epubor Audible Converter?
- 1: In terms of conversion speed, it only takes 7 minutes to convert an 18-hour length Audible AAX to MP3, based on my testing.
- 2: As for the interface and usability, Epubor Audible Converter is the most user-friendly option.
- 3: Regarding audio quality, Epubor Audible Converter preserves the 100% original quality of the Audible file.
- 4: Moreover, Epubor Audible Converter allows for splitting audio into chapters and editing metadata.
- 5: Users in some countries, such as Germany, the UK, Italy, and more countries besides the United States, cannot download Audible books on Windows or Mac, even if they've paid for the Audible books with credits or dollars. Epubor Audible Converter can truly be a significant aid when you happen to be in these countries. It allows you to log in to Audible within Epubor Audible, load your Audible library into Epubor Audible Converter, and rip Audible to MP3 with just one click. Things have never been so easy!
- 6: If you need customer or technical support, Epubor Audible converter offers various options to contact their support team, including email (support@epubor.com), and livechat.
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For uninstallation, please right click the Audible converter icon --open file location--click on uninstall.ext to get this software uninstalled.
Here is the download link:
win: http://download.epubor.com/sold/audible-converter-blind.exe
mac: http://download.epubor.com/sold/audible-converter-blind.zip
We've just checked and audible books can be downloaded on mac. No worry.