Convert WMA to FLAC

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WMA vs FLAC Format Comparison

Aspect WMA (Source Format) FLAC (Target Format)
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
  • Good quality at mid-range bitrates
  • Integrated support on Windows
  • Supports both lossy and lossless modes
  • Perfect audio fidelity
  • Open-source, royalty-free
  • Excellent for archiving and editing
Disadvantages
  • Proprietary format
  • Poor support outside Windows
  • Less efficient than newer lossy codecs
  • Large file sizes compared to lossy formats
  • Not ideal for streaming
  • Requires significant storage space
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
  • Windows Media streaming
  • Corporate audio distribution
  • Legacy Windows devices
  • Archiving and mastering
  • Professional editing workflows
  • High-fidelity music collections

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.