Dear Mach,
How do I create a custom ringtone for my iPhone?
Raring for Ringtones
Dear Raring,
Ah, finally, an iPhone related question. Well, there are already a few good guides out there to do this and here is the basic process:
- create a sound file
- export it from iTunes as an “.m4a” file (AAC Encoder)
- delete the sound file from iTunes
- rename the exported file’s extension to “.m4r”
- double-click the “.m4r” file to bring it into iTunes
- sync your iPhone
The one detail that you might need is that if you don’t see a “Create AAC Version” item when you right-click on the original sound file, that means you have to set your preferences. Go to “iTunes -> Preferences …” and in the “General” tab, look for the “Import Settings…” button. Then set “Import Using:” to “AAC Encoder”.
Just for fun, here’s a ringtone of me saying, “Ring Ring”. Enjoy!
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3 responses to “Create Custom Ringtones for your iPhone”
there is a site that will let you upload an mp3, edit it a bit and then save it as the correct format. All you then need to do is add it to itunes.
http://audiko.net/
Thanks for the tip!
Creating ringtones from imported files in GarageBand is simple, which you can export to iTunes as m4r files. Adding additional tracks to the original file is a great way to freshen up an otherwise dull ringtone.