3 Practical Methods to Convert RA to MP3 - Say No to Such Format Incompatibility Issues!

Free HD Video Converter Factory is a free and easy-to-use program. Maybe you've never heard of it, but don't be put off by its name, it's also capable of various audio filetypes conversion due to the rich built-in encoders and decoders. Additionally, it features online music/video download and basic editing, especially for non-tech-savvy users. It seems a little off topic, just free downloadfree download and install this RA to MP3 converter, let's get started.

Step 1. Load RA Files into the RA File Converter

Launch Free HD Video Converter Factory, open Converter and you'll see a self-explanatory GUI. Click on Add Files button to import the RA files you want to convert into the RA file converter. After that, you're able to play the RA files in the built-in media player by clicking Preview button.

Step 2. Select MP3 as Output Format

Click on the format profile on the right side to expand the entire output format list. Select MP3 format under Audio category. Based on your preference, you can also have other options apart from RA to MP3 conversion.

Tips: This program natively comes with 500+ preset profiles of mainstream formats and devices. You don't need to make other settings changed, it's just a one-click thing.

Step 3. Start RA MP3 Conversion

Press the inverted triangle icon on the bottom, not the folder icon, to specify an output folder to save the converted MP3 file. Eventually, hit the big Run button to convert RA files to MP3.

Yes, you read that right. VLC Media Player is more than just a simple player but usually too low-key. If you've already have VLC installed on your computer, it can be operated as a decent RA to MP3 converter and offers a timely help. The specific steps are as follows.

Step 1. Run VLC Media Player, click on Media on the menu bar and select "Convert / Save" option in the drop-down list. Alternatively, press the keyboard shortcuts Ctrl + R.

Step 2. On the "Open Media" dialog box, click on "Add" button to import your RA file, then press "Convert / Save" button to go ahead.

Step 3. Now you've come to the Convert window, select Audio - MP3 in the drop-down list of Profile. Assign a destination folder and hit "Start" button to start the Real audio to MP3 conversion. The slider will go along the progress bar on the bottom, and you'll see the MP3 file when the process is complete.

In addition, it's much easier to finish the conversion using some online converter service without any program or plugin installed. This method is recommended only if there is no personal privacy related issue and the file size is small, after all, it always has maximum file size limit and needs some time to upload, convert and download your RA audio files.

Furthermore, choose some safe and reliable online service to avoid redirect links, pop-up ads and possible malware. Here are two of my commonly used online RA file converters for your reference:

https://www.zamzar.com/convert/ra-to-mp3/

https://convertio.co/ra-mp3/

They all share the similar operation steps: Upload RA file from local drive > Select MP3 format > Uploading and converting > Download MP3 back to local drive.