How To Import Audio Files Into GarageBand for iPad. It’s so annoying that I am not able to import a file to Garageband without a computer nearby. I recommend Avdshare Audio Converter to convert MP3 to GarageBand. Gabriella January 5, 2018 at 1:35 pm - Reply.
You can import audio and MIDI files from your computer and use them in your GarageBand song. You can add:
Audio files to an existing Audio Recorder or Amp track
MIDI files to an existing Keyboard or Drums track
Audio or MIDI files to new tracks
Audio or MIDI files to your song from iCloud Drive or your iPad using the Files app
When you import an audio file, it’s converted to a 44.1 kHz sample rate, 16-bit depth format if the original format is different. Imported audio files don’t follow tempo changes you make in GarageBand.
When you import a multitrack MIDI file, GarageBand creates a new Keyboard track for each track in the MIDI file. The total number of resulting tracks cannot exceed 32 tracks. You cannot add multitrack MIDI files to cells in Live Loops.
Import audio and MIDI files from your computer
On your computer, add the audio or MIDI files you want to import to the GarageBand File Sharing area in the Finder.
In GarageBand on your iPad, set the current song section to Automatic to import the entire audio or MIDI file; otherwise, only the portion of the file that fits the current song section is imported.
After importing the audio or MIDI file, you can make the song section longer, then resize the region so more of it plays.
Tap the Tracks View button to open Tracks view, then tap the Loop Browser button in the control bar.
A message appears asking if you want to move the audio or MIDI files to the GarageBand File Transfer folder.
Tap Move Files.
The files are moved to the GarageBand File Transfer folder.
To preview an audio file, tap it in the list. You can control the preview volume with the slider at the bottom of the list.
Drag an audio or MIDI file from the list to Tracks view. Align the left edge of the file with the bar or beat (on the ruler) where you want it to start playing.
A new region created from the audio or MIDI file is trimmed to the end of the current song section, unless the current song section is set to Automatic. You can make the song section longer or slow down the tempo, then resize the region so that more of it plays.
Import audio and MIDI files with the Files app
Set the current song section to Automatic to import the entire audio or MIDI file; otherwise, only the portion of the file that fits the current song section is imported.
After importing the file, you can make the song section longer, then resize the region so that more of it plays.
Tap the Tracks View button to open Tracks view, tap the Loop Browser button in the control bar, then tap Files.
Tap “Browse items from the Files app,” then locate and tap an audio or MIDI file to import it.
To preview an audio file, tap it in the list. You can control the preview volume with the slider at the bottom of the list.
Drag an audio or MIDI file from the list to Tracks view. Align the left edge of the file with the bar or beat (on the ruler) where you want it to start playing.
A new region created from the audio or MIDI file is trimmed to the end of the current song section, unless the current song section is set to Automatic. You can make the song section longer or slow down the tempo, then resize the region so that more of it plays.
Import audio and MIDI files using Slide Over
Set the current song section to Automatic to import the entire audio or MIDI file; otherwise, only the portion of the file that fits the current song section is imported.
After importing the file, you can make the song section longer, then resize the region so that more of it plays.
Swipe up twice from the bottom edge of the screen.
The Dock appears.
In the Dock, touch and hold the Files app, drag it towards the upper-right corner of the screen, then let go.
A Slide Over window opens.
Locate the audio or MIDI file you want to import. If the file is in iCloud Drive, tap the Download button to download it before importing.
Touch and hold the file, then drag it from the Slide Over window to Tracks view. Align the left edge of the file with the bar or beat (on the ruler) where you want it to start playing.
A new region created from the audio or MIDI file is trimmed to the end of the current song section, unless the current song section is set to Automatic. You can make the song section longer or slow down the tempo, then resize the region so that more of it plays.
by Brian Fisher • Mar 02,2020 • Proven solutions
GarageBand files are unique audio file formats which can be used to create music, play or record music/songs. It uses AIFF format as audio type and consists of music files in their original content without any compression. However, users cannot export music files in GarageBand file format as it consists of high-quality rich content with of the audio. While MP3 is a flexible audio format, which can be shared or played in any device you want. It is very easy to convert GarageBand files into MP3 within iTunes as well. On the other hand, you can use a powerful GarageBand to MP3 converter like UniConverter, to export them over the internet, convert to any portable device or Burn to DVD with ease. Explore and find out more on how to convert GarageBand files to MP3 by using iTunes and UniConverter.
Part 1. Step-by-Step Guide to Convert GarageBand to MP3 in iTunes
GarageBand File uses AIFF or AIF file extensions as they produce high-quality audio file in an uncompressed audio format, which can be saved in a disc or DVD as well. Even though AIFF supports superior-quality audio content compared to MP3, AIFF is a bulky format which takes up excessive space in your PC. You can easily convert the GarageBand files in iTunes.
Step 1: Open GarageBand File (.aiff) in iTunes by drag and drop the GarageBand file in the iTunes library from your desktop, or you can go to ‘File’ in the home menu and select ‘Add to Library’. And then, select the GarageBand audio file (AIFF format) from your desktop.
Step 2: Go to ‘Preferences’. For Mac Users, go to ‘iTunes’ in your Mac PC and Click ‘Preferences’, for Windows users go to ‘Edit’ and click ‘Preferences’.
Step 3: Change Import Settings. From the ‘General’ Tab select ‘Import Settings’, then use ‘MP3 Encoder’ from ‘Import Using’ and Tap ‘OK’. You can choose any pre-defined audio quality from ‘Settings’ or choose ‘Custom’ to modify the audio quality. In Custom Audio settings of ‘MP3 Encoder’, you can change its Stereo Bit Rate, Audio Quality, Sample Rate, Channels, Stereo Mode and other default settings.
Step 4: Create MP3 Version. For Mac users, when you get back to iTunes, right-click your target music file and click ‘Create MP3 Version’. You can see the progress of the converting AIFF file into MP3 at the top of the iTunes interface. For Windows users, go to ‘File’ in the Home menu and select ‘Convert’ to click ‘Create MP3 Version’.
Part 2. Best iTunes Alternative to Convert GarageBand to MP3 and Other Formats
UniConverter is the best GarageBand to MP3 file converter compared to any other program. It has all the essential functions to solve any digital media compatibility issues. Nowadays, most of us have the latest devices like Apple devices, Smartphones, Android and many other portable devices. The GarageBand files in the .aiff or .aif format are not compatible with many other devices except Apple devices. For music lover, UniConverter provides perfect solution by converting the AIFF files into MP3 with only 3 easy steps.
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Step-by-step Guide on How to Convert GarageBand to MP3 and Other Popular Formats
Step 1: Open GarageBand File in the Converter
Run UniConverter to start the conversion of GarageBand to MP3 file format. As the GarageBand files are always found in either AIFF to AIF format, you can easily import the target AIFF files in the converter. Drag & drop the AIF/AIFF file in the application to load GarageBand files in the converter.
Step 2: Tap MP3 from Output Profiles
You can choose here whatever format you like to convert your GarageBand file. Go to ‘Audio’ and select ‘MP3’ as output format. Edit Audio settings such as Channels, Bitrate, Sample Rate, Stereo settings and other audio settings if needed.
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Step 3: Export/Convert GarageBand Files as MP3
Garageband Export To Mp3
Finally, select the output location and click ‘Convert’ to convert the GarageBand (AIFF) file as MP3 format.