I'm converting some old RealMedia audio-only files to use with the SWFOBJECT Flash player on the web. What's the best container/format to use for the files? I think AAC is probably the best format, but then can you play a *.aac file in the Flash player?
Your help is much appreciated. Thanks.
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SWFObject is not a media player, it is simply a method for embedding SWF files into your HTML document. You'll need to use a Flash SWF file that's capable of playing your media files, then embed that SWF into your HTML document using SWFObject.
SoundManager2 is a great (and free) method for playing MP3 and AAC files via HTML5 with a Flash-based fallback.
It depends on the version of the Flash Player you run, but version 9 and later supports ADPCM, MP3 and AAC.
More details on Adobe’s website.