[Guide] Convert MP3 to M4R and Trim It to Make a Ringtone

Although MP3 is a commonly used format for music, audio recordings, and more, M4R is the only format for iPhone ringtones. Thus, converting MP3 to M4R is a good way to make iPhone ringtone without purchasing from iTunes. No matter which song you like, you can use it as your mobile ringtone after converting MP3 to M4R. Here, you can explore 5 efficient ways to help you with detailed steps.

Way 1: Best Way to Trim and Convert MP3 to M4R Ringtone

To make an iPhone ringtone, AnyRec Video Converter must be the best tool for you to convert MP3 to M4R and edit the music as you like. You can easily trim the desired part within 40 seconds, which is limited by the iPhone. Moreover, you can boost the volume, adjust the audio parameters, and do more editing to export high-quality M4R ringtones. Get the steps below to convert a batch of MP3 to M4R formats.

Step 1.After opening 4Easysoft Total Video Converter, you can click the "Add Files" button to upload any desired MP3 music from local.

Step 2.Click the "Format" button after the audio files, and from the drop-down list, you can click the "Audio" tab. Then, scroll down to click the "M4R" format to make iPhone ringtones.

Step 3.Since iPhone ringtones are limited to 40 seconds, you can click the "Cut" button on the main interface to trim the best part. You can also divide it into different segments and merge them.

Step 4.After setting the audio parameters and save path, click the "Convert All" button to convert MP3 to M4R format.

Way 2: How to Convert MP3 to M4R for iPhone via iTunes

As the default music player and data manager on Mac, iTunes can also help you convert MP3 music to M4R to make iPhone ringtones. You can also directly transfer the converted M4R music to iPhone/iPad with iTunes. Although the steps are relatively complex, you can follow them below to achieve the MP3 to M4R conversion.

Step 1.Open iTunes on Mac and add your MP3 files by dragging and dropping. You can also click the "File" menu and then the "Add to Library" button to upload music.

Step 2.Right-click the desired MP3 file and click the "Song Info" button. In the window, you can click the "Options" button to enter the start/stop time for trimming the ringtone.

Step 3.Then, click the "File" menu again and the "Create AAC Version" button. In this way, you can’t directly convert MP3 to M4R. You should open the converted M4A files in the folder and rename the file extension to .m4r.

Way 3: Use Audacity to Transform MP3 to M4R with Editing

Audacity is also a free tool to convert MP3 to M4R, enabling you to edit music with advanced functions. Like iTunes, it can only export audio to MP3, AAC, and WAV formats; you should rename the file extension to finish the conversion. Once you have trouble using iTunes after upgrading the macOS to Catalina, you can follow the steps below:

Step 1.Open Audacity on Windows/Mac and click the "File" menu to upload MP3 music in batch. You should first install the FFmpeg package for Audacity to get more formats, like M4A.

Step 2.To make an iPhone ringtone with the desired part, you can click the "Edit" menu, "Remove Special" button, and then "Trim Audio" option.

Step 3.Finally, click the "File" menu and then the "Export" button. Click the "M4A (AAC) Files" button to export audio. Then, you should rename the file extension to M4R, as you do with iTunes.

Way 4: Free Convert MP3 to M4R Online through AnyConv

Converting MP3 to M4R with AnyConv online for free is the easiest and quickest way. But there’s no editing or trimming function to make a wonderful iPhone ringtone. And you can only upload audio files less than 100 MB. Simply follow the 3 clicks below:

Step 1.Navigate to the official website of AnyConv and click the "CHOOSE FILE" button to add MP3 music. You can also drag and drop them to upload.

Step 2.Click the format drop-down list and scroll down to click the "M4R" button. With no further adjustment or editing, just click the "Convert" button to convert MP3 to M4R within several minutes.

Way 5: Another Online Way to Convert MP3 to M4R with Zamzar

Another online tool, Zamzar, can convert MP3 to M4R quickly. You can add a batch of MP3 audio to convert to M4R, but the size limitation is 50 MB. Moreover, the conversion speed is relatively slow, especially for large files. You can upgrade the free license and get more functions according to your needs.

Step 1.On the main page of Zamzar, you can click the "Choose Files" button to add MP3 audio. Batch uploading is also supported.

Step 2.Click the "Format" button and choose the "m4r" format from the drop-down list. At last, click the "Convert Now" button to export MP3 to M4R. You can make use of other editors to trim for iPhone ringtone.

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