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Convert M4A to FLAC

Convert M4A audios to FLAC format, edit and optimize audios online and free.

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MPEG-4 Audio (.m4a)

The M4A file extension, standing for MPEG-4 Audio, is a digital audio format developed by Apple in the early 2000s as part of the MPEG-4 standard. It utilizes Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) or Apple Lossless Audio Codec (ALAC) for efficient compression, offering high-quality audio at lower bitrates. M4A files are commonly used for storing music, audiobooks, and podcasts, particularly within Apple's ecosystem, including iTunes and iPod. This format emerged to provide better sound quality and smaller file sizes compared to MP3, aiming to become the new standard in audio compression.

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Free Lossless Audio Codec (.flac)

The FLAC file extension, associated with Free Lossless Audio Codec, is a widely supported audio file format that provides lossless compression, preserving original sound quality while reducing file size. As an open-source format, it is freely available for use and integration across various platforms and devices. Favored by audiophiles and for archiving, FLAC retains all audio information and supports metadata tagging.

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How to convert M4A to FLAC?

  1. Upload M4A File

    Drag & drop any M4A file from your device or click the Choose File button to proceed.

  2. Select M4A Tools

    Check the file preview quickly and use M4A to FLAC tools if you need to change the conversion settings.

  3. Download Your FLAC

    Let the file convert, then you can download your FLAC file right afterward.

Convert M4A to FLAC

Tools

M4A Trim

Trim & cut M4A and convert it to FLAC.

FLAC Channels

Convert M4A to FLAC and set the output channels to Mono (1.0) or Stereo (2.0).

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change M4A format to FLAC?

To change M4A format to FLAC, upload your M4A file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your M4A file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted FLAC file afterward.

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Convert M4A to FLAC on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to M4A file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your M4A_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert M4A_INPUT_FILE --to flac

Convert M4A to FLAC on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to M4A file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your M4A_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert M4A_INPUT_FILE --to flac

Convert M4A to FLAC on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to M4A file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your M4A_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert M4A_INPUT_FILE --to flac

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