How to convert FLAC to M4A? Please recommend a simple method!

I was organizing my music library recently and found a lot of FLAC files, but my device prefers M4A. I searched online and found that many tools support FLAC to MP4, but M4A is not easy to find. Does anyone know of software for FLAC to MP4 conversion? It would be best if it is simple, without too many settings, and can be directly converted in batches.


Does anyone who has used a FLAC to MP4 converter recommend a reliable method? Thanks!

iPhone 15 Pro

Posted on Mar 18, 2025 3:50 AM

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Mar 19, 2025 12:30 AM in response to ankgroin23

If you are loking for a way to convert FLAC to M4A. And if you prefer an online solution without the need to install software, you can use online conversion websites like Zamzar or Online Audio Converter.


  1. Visit Online Audio Converter: Go to Online Audio Converter.
  2. Upload FLAC Files: Click on Open files to upload your FLAC files. Some services allow multiple uploads at once.
  3. Select Output Format: Choose M4A as the output format.
  4. Adjust Settings (if needed): You can usually keep default settings for simplicity.
  5. Convert: Click on the Convert button to start the process.
  6. Download Files: After conversion, download the converted M4A files to your device.
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Mar 19, 2025 1:37 AM in response to ankgroin23

Freemake Audio Converter is a simple and intuitive tool that allows you to convert FLAC to M4A effortlessly. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Launch the program and click on the "+Audio" button to add your FLAC files.

2. Select M4A as the output format from the list.

3. Click the “Convert” button and choose a destination folder for your converted files.

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Mar 19, 2025 3:15 AM in response to ankgroin23

Actually, converting FLAC to M4a is not very common. I guess you want to convert it to M4A? 😂 I have encountered similar situations before. I tried many tools. Finally, I think AudioKies is not bad. It has a simple interface. You can directly drag it in to batch convert. It supports FLAC to M4A conversion and the sound quality is basically lossless.


If you don’t want to install software, you can also use FFmpeg, but this requires a command line, such as:


bash
ffmpeg -i input.flac -c:a aac output.m4a


However, if you just want a simple conversion, I still recommend AudioKies. It is easy to operate and you don’t have to toss various parameters! 👍

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Mar 19, 2025 3:18 AM in response to ankgroin23

If you want to convert FLAC to M4A using the command line, FFmpeg is definitely the simplest and most direct method. I often use this command when organizing my music library. It is very convenient for batch conversion:


bash
for file in *.flac; do ffmpeg -i "$file" -c:a aac -b:a 256k "${file%.flac}.m4a"; done


This command will convert all FLAC files in the current folder to M4A (AAC encoding, 256kbps), with good sound quality. The conversion speed is also very fast. The key is that there are no extra operations, just run it directly.


If you want FLAC to M4A to keep ALAC lossless format, you can use:


bash
for file in *.flac; do ffmpeg -i "$file" -c:a alac "${file%.flac}.m4a"; done


The converted file is lossless M4A, which is a little larger in file size, but the sound quality remains unchanged. In short, FFmpeg is really easy to use. Install it once and batch conversion is effortless! 👍

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Mar 19, 2025 3:33 AM in response to ankgroin23

I am using the AudioKies app on my Mac for FLAC to M4A conversion.


AudioKies is an all-in-one audio processing tool designed primarily for Windows and Mac. It provides a suite of features that allow users to convert audio files between various formats (such as FLAC, MP3, M4A, WAV, and more), merge multiple audio files into a single track, extract audio from video files, compress audio to reduce file size without sacrificing quality.


Its interface is designed to be lightweight and user-friendly, making it a popular choice for users who need to perform quick and efficient audio conversions and edits without a steep learning curve.


To convert .flac to m4a on a PC or Mac, then simply import the FLAC files and choose M4A as the output format. After that, click the Start button to convert FLAC to M4A. Easy as that!



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Mar 19, 2025 3:39 AM in response to ankgroin23

As far as I know, there are many free and premium apps for converting FLAC to M4A on Mac or Windows PC. My advice is not using the online audio converter. Uploading your files to an online service means trusting a third party with your data. This can be risky if your files contain sensitive or personal information.


Many online FLAC to M4A converters impose limits on file sizes, which can be inconvenient if you have large files. In addition, desktop converters like FFmpeg or AudioKies often offer more control over output settings. This ensures you get the best quality and customization options without unwanted re-encoding issues.


These factors generally make desktop FLAC to M4A converter app a more secure and efficient choice for audio conversion tasks.



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Mar 20, 2025 2:27 AM in response to ankgroin23

Let me sum it up for you.

Use an online audio converter - It's the easiest way. Just visit cloudconvert.com, freeconvert.com, or zamzar.com. Online converter is not great for converting big video files; it takes forever. And the free version has a size limit.

Use the command-line tool - Install FFmpeg on your computer. It's open-source and powerful. The only downside is that it takes some time to get the hang of it.

Use a dedicated audio converter - MediaHuman is a free audio converter app. It supports batch conversion and keeps your file safe.

Use an all-around multimedia toolkit - Cisdem Video Converter is simple and powerful. It can batch convert audio, video, DVD and Blu-ray disc, as well as download, edit, and compress audio and video. But it's $49.99 to get an annual subscription.

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