since 2000
Opening CDDA Files
The CDDA file type is primarily associated with iTunes.
What is a CDDA file?
CDDA files mostly belong to iTunes by Apple. CDDA (Compact Disc Digital Audio) is the standard file format for saving digital audio on compact discs. As such, it's also called Audio CD format and typically uses CDR filename extension. Audio content saved in CDDA format contain a continuous audio stream encoded using Linear Pulse Code Modulation. So, the file is essentially lossless uncompressed audio. The file can also contain 8 parallel subcode data streams, trackers, and metadata. When ripped from a compact disc onto a computer, CDDA data is typically saved in a WAV or AIFF audio container file. CDDA was mainly used in the 90s. Audio players such as iTunes, Logic Pro, and QuickTime can burn and play CDDA audio.
How do you open CDDA files?
You need a suitable software like iTunes to open a CDDA file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your CDDA file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a CDDA file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.
Online CDDA Text Viewer
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Programs that open and convert CDDA files:
- iTunes by Apple
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. CDDA files are often referred to as iTunes audios because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
- Logic Pro (music) by AppleLogic Pro is a macOS-based professional music production software. The program is mainly used as an audio recorder and MIDI sequencer. It can play or burn CDDA audio to compact discs. This file format is classified as Audio. Related links: Compact Disc Digital Audio
Technical Data for CDDA File Extension
File classification:
Audio
Related links:
The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.
ProgramID: iTunes.cdda, FileType: Audio CD Track, AppName: iTunes
EXEFile: iTunes.exe
EXEFile: iTunes.exe
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda, FileType: AIFF Audio, AppName: QuickTime Player
EXEFile: QuickTimePlayer.exe
EXEFile: QuickTimePlayer.exe
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda, FileType: AIFF Audio, AppName: QuickTime Player Application
EXEFile: QuickTimePlayer.exe
EXEFile: QuickTimePlayer.exe
ProgramID: ACDSee 7.0.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\7.0\ACDSee7.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\7.0\ACDSee7.exe %1
ProgramID: iTunes.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\iTunes\iTunes.exe /open %L
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\iTunes\iTunes.exe /open %L
ProgramID: iTunes.cdda
EXEFile: D:\iTunes\iTunes.exe /open %L
EXEFile: D:\iTunes\iTunes.exe /open %L
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Free\QUICKT~1\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Free\QUICKT~1\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QUICKT~1\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QUICKT~1\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QUICKT~1\QUICKT~1.EXE %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QUICKT~1\QUICKT~1.EXE %1
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QUICKT~2\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QUICKT~2\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda
EXEFile: C:\QUICKT~1\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
EXEFile: C:\QUICKT~1\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda
EXEFile: f:\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
EXEFile: f:\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QuickTime\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QuickTime\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Media\Video\QuickTime\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Media\Video\QuickTime\QuickTimePlayer.exe %1
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QUICKT~1.1\QuickTimePlayer.exe
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QUICKT~1.1\QuickTimePlayer.exe
ProgramID: iTunes.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QuickTime\iTunes.exe /open
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QuickTime\iTunes.exe /open
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\VistaCodecPack\QT\QuickTimePlayer.exe
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\VistaCodecPack\QT\QuickTimePlayer.exe
ProgramID: ACDSee 9.0.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\9.0\ACDSeeQV.exe
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\9.0\ACDSeeQV.exe
ProgramID: ACDSee Pro.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\8.0.Pro\ACDSee8Pro.exe
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\8.0.Pro\ACDSee8Pro.exe
ProgramID: ACDSee.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\5.0\ACDSee5.exe
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\5.0\ACDSee5.exe
ProgramID: iTunes.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\iTunes.exe /open
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\iTunes.exe /open
ProgramID: QuickTime.cdda
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\dhamu\download\QuickTimePlayer.exe
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\dhamu\download\QuickTimePlayer.exe
a cdda music is a special file format by Apple and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.
How to solve problems with CDDA files
- Associate the CDDA file extension with the correct application.
- Update your software that should actually open musics. Because only the current version supports the latest CDDA file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Apple manufacturer website after an available iTunes update.
- To make sure that your CDDA file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
- Click here to open your .CDDA file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.