How to convert APE to OGG
- Add your .APE file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
- Convert it to .OGG in a few seconds.
- Download your new .OGG file.
What to expect
- Vorbis is lossy; the lossless source is re-encoded and cannot be restored to bit-perfect quality.
- Files are smaller than the APE source.
- Some hardware and Apple devices do not play OGG natively.
Frequently asked questions
Is audio quality reduced going from APE to OGG?
Yes. OGG uses the lossy Vorbis codec, so the lossless APE is re-encoded and some detail is discarded. Vorbis is efficient and sounds good at moderate bitrates, but the result is not lossless.
Why convert APE to OGG?
Vorbis/OGG is a free, patent-unencumbered format supported by many players and games, while APE is proprietary with limited support.
Where does OGG play?
OGG plays in VLC, foobar2000, Firefox and Chrome, and on Android. Note that iPhones and many car stereos do not support it natively.
What do I give up in the conversion?
You give up the lossless quality of APE for a smaller lossy file. The audio discarded during Vorbis encoding cannot be restored.
Programs that convert APE: Helium Music Manager · Aimersoft DRM Media Converter for Windows · Free Mp3 Wma Converter · ImTOO DPG Converter · Movavi Audio Suite Personal · SUPER · xrecode · MediaMonkey
