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How the two formats differ on the things that change your result.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Container | MPEG-4 (.m4a) |
| Developed by | Apple |
| Introduced | 2004 |
| Audio codecs | ALAC |
| Compression | Lossless (compressed) |
| Max sample rate | 192 kHz |
| Max bit depth | 32 bit |
| Max channels | 8 |
| Gapless playback | Yes |
| Metadata / tags | MPEG-4 iTunes-style atoms |
| Approx. file size | 5–7 MB per minute |
| Licensing | Royalty-free |
| Plays natively on | Native: macOS, iOS · Needs a player: Windows, Android, Web browsers, Smart TVs |
| Best for | long-term archiving, the Apple ecosystem, audiophile listening |
Three sensible defaults for ALAC files, chosen on the specifications rather than popularity.
Converting ALAC files to other audio formats is essential for audio format conversion and optimization. Our free online converter accepts ALAC files and converts them to any audio format you need.
ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) is a lossless format by Apple. Converting from ALAC lets you create smaller or more compatible audio files while starting from perfect quality source.
Our converter ensures high-quality conversion while maintaining the best possible audio quality. Simply upload your ALAC file, select your desired audio format, and download the converted file in seconds.
Supports conversion to all popular audio formats including MP3, WAV, AAC, FLAC, OGG, and more. No file limits, completely free to use.
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