How to Convert Audible to MP3 in 2 Ways (Paid & Free)

“Can I convert my Audible books to MP3 files for keeping streaming offline?”
 
You may also get such a question – whether it is possible to convert Audible to MP3. Unfortunately, Audible is not compatible with the MP3 download option that enables us to convert even the purchased Audible books to MP3 currently. To realize this limitation, Audible has employed an encryption technology, DRM (Digital Rights Management) to protect all the audiobook resources released on the platform.
 
So does it mean that we are absolutely prevented from converting Audible to MP3 now? Not exactly! Instead of relying on the Audible platform, there is still extra software that is able to help us strip DRM from Audible books and convert them to MP3 in DRM-free status! Desire to know how? Just keep reading!
Authorize Audible Account in iTunes
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How to Convert Audible to MP3 via MuConvert Audible Converter

The simplest and quality-lossless way to convert Audible to MP3 is using MuConvert Audible Converter. The software empowers the ability to strip DRM encryption from all encrypted Audible AA/AAX audiobooks, and helps users to convert them to the mainstream formats such as MP3, M4A, WAV, and FLAC without hassle. With the original quality, chapter info, and ID3 metadata preservation, users are available to grasp the same Audible books streaming experience after converting them to MP3 offline.

Highlighted Features of MuConvert Audible Converter

  • Available to decrypt DRM from Audible books within clicks easily;
  • Mainstream formats such as MP3, M4A, WAV, and FLAC are supported to output converted Audible books;
  • Preservation of original quality and chapters, ID3 info to convert Audible books;
  • Built-in splitting feature available to trim Audible books by time, chapter, or segment;
  • Acceleration tech applied to speed up Audible books batch conversion to 60X faster;
  • No requirement to install iTunes or Audible software to process the audiobook conversion.
Now, let’s also grasp the brief guide to see how MuConvert Audible Converter works to convert Audible to MP3 within several easy steps:

STEP 1. Import Audible Books

In advance, you are required to download the Audible books from the official on your desktop. Then, open MuConvert Audible Converter and directly drag them to the interface of the software for uploading.
MuConvert Audible Converter Add Audiobooks

STEP 2. Select Format and Parameters

When the Audible books are added to the converter, you are able to select the output format as MP3 for converting the audiobooks. By navigating to “Menu” > “Preferences”, you are able to customize the sample rate as well as the bitrate in requirements. The splitting mode can also be enabled if you desire to convert Audible books into smaller parts for preserving flexibly.
MuConvert Audible Converter Preferences

(Optional) STEP 3. Edit ID3 Information

On the Audible books list, by tapping the edit icon after the title of the audiobook, you are able to edit the ID3 info such as the title, artist, album, and genre, or change the book cover for more convenient audiobooks management after converting them to MP3 files offline.
Click to Edit Metadata

STEP 4. Convert Audible Books to MP3

Finally, as all the settings and editing are completed now, just give it a go by hitting the “Convert All” icon. Then, the MuConvert Audible Converter will process the Audible to MP3 conversion for you quickly and smoothly. Wait for the conversion to complete!
Click on the Button and Convert Songs

How to Convert Audible to MP3 with iTunes Free

If you still consider an official way to convert Audible to MP3, iTunes is able to provide the help. However, it would be more complicated to complete the process, and you will be required to prepare a CD disc in advance to ensure the successful process of the Audible to MP3 conversion in iTunes. Now, follow the guide to grasp how iTunes helps to convert Audible books to MP3 without paying a penny.
 
STEP 1. Launch iTunes on your desktop. Now, you are required to authorize your Audible account in iTunes by navigating to “Account” > “Authorization” > “Authorize Audible Account”.
Authorize Audible Account in iTunes
STEP 2. Then, create a playlist by going to “File” > “New” > “Playlist”. Then also import the Audible books from your account to the newly-created playlist by dragging them here.
Add Audible Books to Newly-created Playlist in iTunes
STEP 3. Now, insert your CD to the computer and select the iTunes Audible book playlist. Right-click on it and choose the “Burn Disc” option to submit burning the Audible books to the CD right away.
Burn Audible Book iTunes Playlist to CD
STEP 4. After the burning completes, insert the CD again. This time, you are required to go to “Edit” > “Preferences” > “General” to customize “MP3 Encoder” in the “Import Settings” section.
 
STEP 5. Hit the “Import” icon now, then iTunes will import the Audible books just burned to CD back to the iTunes library again. Now, they will be preserved in MP3 format and without DRM encryption.
Convert Audible to MP3 Without DRM iTunes

In Conclusion

Comparing these 2 methods, the free option iTunes does offer the way to convert Audible to MP3 without paying a penny, but it would be more complicated and it takes longer time to process, as you need to burn a CD at first. In contrast, MuConvert Audible Converter only takes several clicks to help you batch convert Audible to MP3 with up to 60X faster speed, even if it is subscription-required software. Hence, simply based on your requirements and choose the ideal software to convert Audible to MP3!