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Convert audiobook file type from .odm to mp3 and wma

Would anyone know how to convert library audio books file type .odm (OverDrive Media) to file type compatible with iTunes?

iPod shuffle, Windows Vista

Posted on Jan 7, 2012 6:02 PM

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Posted on Jan 27, 2017 4:10 PM

I know this a dead discussion, but I've found an answer.

ODMs are OverDrive files, which means that they can be opened by downloading OverDrive for Mac, for free.

Their official website is here: https://app.overdrive.com/

Their Mac application download is here: https://app.overdrive.com/downloads/ODMediaConsoleSetup.dmg


Hope this helps any future ODM users...

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Jan 27, 2017 4:10 PM in response to ske27

I know this a dead discussion, but I've found an answer.

ODMs are OverDrive files, which means that they can be opened by downloading OverDrive for Mac, for free.

Their official website is here: https://app.overdrive.com/

Their Mac application download is here: https://app.overdrive.com/downloads/ODMediaConsoleSetup.dmg


Hope this helps any future ODM users...

Jan 7, 2012 7:07 PM in response to ske27

Here's some more info: "Overdrive Media is a media library designed to work with Windows Media Player. It gives you the ability to view audio, video and audio book files. Most ODM files are saved in the WMA or WMV format. Some files may be protected by Digital Rights Media (DRM), making it illegal to download to other players or share the files. You can use an application called Tunebite to legally remove the DRM and convert the files to MP3. It is still illegal to share the files once you have removed the DRM; you can only remove it for personal use."

http://www.ehow.com/how_8724925_convert-odm-mp3.html

Jan 12, 2012 11:59 AM in response to ske27

I ran into this very problem as our local library only allows digital download books via Overdrive Media. I was unable to transfer the WMA or WMV format although it listed it as iPod compatible. My library is a PC iTunes program. I first had to connect my iPod, then select Restore. This did wipe off the iPod of all items. I then used Overdrive Media to transfer the audiobook to my iPod. Next I went in and sync any music playlists to my iPod as well. I also tried syncing my music playlists first, then Overdrive Media. I believe that order caused the music to be overwritten, so you need to do the Overdrive Media first, then music playlists. I did this about six months ago and have not had any problem since transferring music or audiobooks. Hope this helps.

Feb 19, 2016 12:01 PM in response to parker612

parker612 wrote:


1. http://www.macupdate.com/

search on "convert .odm to mp3."

2. Google, "convert .odm to mp3."

1. A search on Macupdate brings up "Your search has returned no results."

2. A search on Google brings up this page.


In this case, maybe it's not necessary to respond to the OP?

Your second post was helpful and relevant, so this isn't a criticism of you. But I want to call out the practice of answering "just google it" to users who probably already tried that. At some point all the google search results point to discussions where people are saying "I don't know".


There are programs that will convert DRM protected media to other formats. But maybe it's easier to just use the Overdrive app to use those files (and you won't have to worry about running afoul of some content policeman). I downloaded a lengthy history audiobook and would like to combine with a historical podcast, to listen to in lesson-sized chunks in the car or at home/school. I wish that was possible, but it's hard to complain when there are so many resources available you CAN use anywhere.

Feb 19, 2016 12:08 PM in response to elmstreetschool

You would probably need to select another hit on Google rather than this one. The use of the App described in one of the other replies as well. The use of that type of file is depended on the place you get the audiobook file from, not having to do with the iPod. Many libraries do not support iOS devices, and the use of DRM to prevent sharing of library materials also has an effect.


My statement about things changing had to do with the fact that if answer 1 for the Mac did not apply, then use #2. From there, you have to figure out a solution for you depending on what the issue could be. But so much has changed regarding renting books, or downloading from specific websites and using them on iOS devices. Some are just not compatible, and it is done on purpose. I'm aware of a college library like that that will not allow iOS devices for renting materials.

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