Audio format
AAC Sample Files
AAC (.aac) is a modern lossy audio codec offering improved compression over MP3 at similar bit rates. Used extensively in streaming and mobile platforms, it supports various profiles and containers (ADTS, MP4). Use sample .aac files to validate decoder compatibility, stream buffering, and metadata extraction.
4 files
All to 500KB
SHA256 verified
Manifest included
Quick facts
Files first
Start with one representative file.
Starter file
DownloadUse cases
Pick the next task, not just the next file.
Compare and decide
Keep the next decision one step away.
MP3 vs AAC
Open ComparisonFAQ and reference
Keep the operational details quiet.
Checksum Verification
Use checksums to confirm file integrity after download.
shasum -a 256 your_file_name_here
# Compare output with SHA256 values listed above.Where is the machine-readable manifest?
Use the manifest when you need stable names, SHA256 values, and URLs for automation.
Validation Methodology
- Verify duration, sample rate, and channel count in your decoder.
- Test metadata extraction and malformed-tag handling.
- Validate seek/stream behavior over slow networks.