.ac3 Dolby Digital (AC-3)
AC3 Converter
AC3 is Dolby Digital surround sound, used on DVDs, Blu-rays and TV broadcasts. It supports up to 5.1 channels.
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AC3 at a glance
| Full name | Dolby Digital (AC-3) |
|---|---|
| Type | Audio |
| Compression | Lossy (compressed) |
| Developed by | Dolby Laboratories |
| Introduced | 1991 |
| File extension | .ac3 |
| Plays on iPhone | ◐ Partly / with an app |
| Plays on Android | ◐ Partly / with an app |
| Plays on Windows | ✓ Yes |
| Plays on Mac | ✓ Yes |
AC3 is best for home theatre and surround sound.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a .ac3 file?
AC3 is Dolby Digital surround sound, used on DVDs, Blu-rays and TV broadcasts. It supports up to 5.1 channels.
How do I open a AC3 file?
On a computer, VLC Media Player opens almost any .ac3 file. On phones, the quickest fix is to convert it to MP3 or M4A above. Those formats play in every music app.
Can I convert AC3 for free?
Yes. The converter on this page is free and unlimited, and it works without uploading anything.