Convert WMA to FLAC
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WMA vs FLAC Format Comparison
Aspect | WMA (Source Format) | FLAC (Target Format) |
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Format Overview |
WMA
Windows Media Audio
Proprietary lossy (and lossless in some versions) format by Microsoft. Lossy Proprietary |
FLAC
Free Lossless Audio Codec
Open-source lossless compression format preserving full audio fidelity. Lossless Open Source |
Technical Specifications |
Sample Rates: 8–48 kHz
Bit Rates: 64–320 kbps Compression: Lossy (WMA codec) Channels: mono, stereo |
Sample Rates: 8–192 kHz
Bit Depth: 8, 16, 24, 32-bit Compression: Lossless (FLAC) Channels: mono, stereo, multichannel |
Advantages |
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Disadvantages |
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File Size |
Typical Size: Medium
~3–5MB per minute (192–256 kbps) |
Typical Size: Large
~10MB per minute (44.1kHz/16-bit) |
Compatibility |
Good: Windows Media Player
Limited: Some non-Windows players |
Excellent: All major players & software
Good: Streaming & archival tools |
Quality vs Size |
Quality: Very Good
Efficiency: Good |
Quality: Perfect
Efficiency: Poor |
Common Uses |
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Why Convert WMA to FLAC?
FLAC provides true lossless compression, preserving every detail of the original WMA file without quality loss. It’s ideal for archiving, professional editing, and high-fidelity playback. Converting to FLAC ensures compatibility with a wide range of audio tools and guarantees perfect audio reproduction.