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Can Apple music convert FLAC to ALAC?
While iTunes doesn’t support FLAC files, it’s very easy to convert them to Apple Lossless, or ALAC, an equivalent lossless format that iTunes supports. Converting audio files from one lossless format to another is lossless; in other words, there is no quality lost when you convert from FLAC to ALAC.
How do I convert FLAC to ALAC?
Hold down the Ctrl key on the keyboard and choose all FLAC you want to convert. Right-click the audio, then navigate to “Convert” > “Quick convert” to open the panel. Choose the output format – Apple Lossless. Click “Convert” to start encoding FLAC file to ALAC on Windows.
How do I convert FLAC to Apple Lossless on Mac?
Here’s how to convert your FLAC files to Apple Lossless.
- Open XLD on your Mac. In the Preferences dialog that pops up, change your output format to “Apple Lossless” under “General” tab!
- Next, select the FLAC files that you want to convert into Apple Lossless.
- XLD will start converting your FLAC files automatically.
Are FLAC files better than CD?
While FLAC files are up to six times larger than an MP3, they are half the size of a CD, and can have the same boost in audio quality. Furthermore, FLAC is not just restricted to 16-bit (CD quality), and you can buy files up to 24-bit/192kHz for another potential boost in performance.
Is there a way to convert FLAC files to ALAC?
Launch the FLAC converter for Windows. Drag and drop FLAC files into the software. Hold down the Ctrl key on the keyboard and choose all FLAC you want to convert. Right-click the audio, then navigate to “Convert” > “Quick convert” to open the panel. Choose the output format – Apple Lossless.
How do I convert FLAC files to play on iTunes?
How to Convert FLAC Audio to Play in iTunes Step 1: Add .flac Source File(s) Step 2: Choose an iTunes-friendly format as output Step 3: Start the conversion from FLAC to ALAC (.m4a) for iTunes on Mac Step 4: Import your ALAC M4A tracks into iTunes library
Can you listen to FLAC files on a Mac?
You do not need to convert them to listen on your Mac, if you use a player that can handle FLAC, such as VLC Media Player. However, if you want to use them in iTunes (which is one of the very few players that cannot handle FLAC), then you can convert them using a program such as Max.
How to convert FLAC files to Apple Lossless?
Amadeus Pro is a great audio editing application that also handles conversions via simple drag and drop interface: File » New Batch Processor: Choose new format (ACC or Apple Lossless, etc.), Drag and Drop files on to the window, wait a few minutes and you’re done. Check out Amadeus Pro for more info.