FLAC Audio Format Guide & Tools
Bit-perfect lossless compression. Reduces WAV file size by up to 50% with zero sound degradation.
What is Free Lossless Audio Codec (.flac)?
FLAC compresses audio much like ZIP compresses data: when decoded, the output is 100% mathematically identical to the original raw WAV audio, but takes up roughly half the storage space.
Advantages of FLAC
- Exact lossless quality reproduction
- 50% smaller file size than WAV
- Supports Vorbis comment metadata and album art
Disadvantages of FLAC
- Not natively supported by default Windows Media Player without codecs
FLAC Technical Specifications
| File Extension | .flac |
|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless (Linear prediction & Golomb-Rice coding) |
| Bit Depths | 16-bit, 24-bit Hi-Res |
| Quality | 100% Bit-Perfect Lossless |
Online Tools for FLAC Audio
FLAC Frequently Asked Questions
Is FLAC better than WAV?
Sound quality is identical because both are 100% lossless. FLAC has the advantage of smaller file sizes and better metadata support.