How to convert AIFF to FLAC?
You can convert AIFF to FLAC with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose AIFF files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your AIFFs.
You can also click to select AIFF files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste an AIFF file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with AIFF files to FLAC is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on FLAC from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's FLAC or something else.
- Download your FLAC files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted FLAC files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each FLAC.
On desktop platforms, you can download the FLAC files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the FLACs with other apps.
About the formats
| File extension | .aiff |
|---|---|
| Alternative filename extension | .aif |
| Category | Audio file formats |
| Developed by | Apple |
| Mime type | audio/aiff |
Format description
AIFF (short for Audio Interchange File Format) is a lossless audio file format developed by Apple in 1988 for high-quality sound storage. Originally designed for Apple Macintosh computers, the AIFF format is now supported across many platforms and commonly used in audio production. Although AIFF files are usually large due to storing uncompressed audio data, they maintain better audio fidelity than other lossy formats such as MP3 or AAC.| File extension | .flac |
|---|---|
| Category | Audio file formats |
| Developed by | Xiph.Org Foundation |
| Mime type | audio/flac |
Format description
FLAC, or Free Lossless Audio Codec, files contain digital audio. FLAC files utilize lossless quality, meaning that there is no loss of any original sound data. When compared to MP3 (lossy audio format), FLAC files are generally larger. Nonetheless, FLAC’s lossless compression algorithm can reduce the file size by up to 70%, and still be able to reproduce the original audio afterwards. The format is royalty-free.Common questions about converting AIFF to FLAC
Can I convert AIFF to FLAC in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple AIFFs to FLACs simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing AIFFs to convert to FLAC.
Pasting AIFF files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting AIFF files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert an AIFF file to FLAC, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big AIFFs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert AIFF files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert AIFF files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting AIFFs to FLAC safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your AIFF files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your AIFFs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
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How long does it take to convert AIFF to FLAC?
For most audio files, the wait is usually around a minute. However, MConverter also supports converting larger audio files, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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