There are many different forms of audio files and each type of file has its own method of compression and playback. As not all devices, programs, and systems are capable of playing all forms of audio files, it is sometimes necessary to find a converter that can change one type of file into another type without corrupting your data. That can be especially said about FLAC file types. In this article, we will explain what FLAC is, what a FLAC converter is, and several free and popular FLAC converters on the market.

What is FLAC
FLAC stands for Free Lossless Audio Codec and is a file type that maintains a consistent file structure. Normally when files are compressed, they lose a certain amount of data that your computer deletes to save space. When files are compressed with FLAC, however, they are compressed to 50% or 60% of their size without losing any data. FLAC is also an open source codec which means that anyone can use it for any purpose and can even modify it if they want to. While most people cannot hear the difference between a FLAC file and another file, it is still a good idea to consider your options.

What is a FLAC Converter
A FLAC converter is a program that allows you to convert files to FLAC or back into any other type of file. FLAC converters are as popular as FLAC itself simply because FLAC isn’t very popular. Many programs will not recognize FLAC so you are forced to either get a new player that can play FLAC files or convert your FLAC files to other file types.

Popular FLAC Converters
There are many FLAC converters on the market but some of them are expensive or full of viruses. Because of this, we have compiled a list of FLAC converters that you can easily download from the Internet that are safe and completely free of charge.

Fox Encoder 1.9.0
Fox Encoder 1.9.0 is first and foremost a CD and DVD ripping software but it also includes a powerful converter mechanism that supports MP3, MP4, M4A, Ogg Vorbis, AAC, Bonk, and FLAC formats. Fox Encoder lets you rip a song from a disc, encode it, and convert it any way you like. You can also playback any of the previously mentioned file formats directly from within the application. Additionally, you can access an online database to add track information to your files or remixed CDs and you can set default FLAC encoder settings for all your songs.

Aiseesoft FLAC Converter for Mac
Aiseesoft FLAC Converter is much like the Fox Encoder but is specifically made for Mac computers. Aiseesoft supports AAC, AC3, AIFF, AMR, AU, FLAC, MP3, M4A, MP2, OGG, WAV, and WMA. You can also rip audio from the following video formats: MPG, MPEG, MPEG2, MOV, QT, MP4, M4V, RM, RMVB, WMV, AFG, MKV, TS, MPV, AVI, 3GP, 3G2, FLV, MPV, MOD, TOD, and more. Aiseesoft FLAC Converter also allows you to edit audio files by splitting them apart, joining them together, selecting individual audio clips from your files, and more.

Free FLAC to Ipod Audio Converter Pro 1.1.5
The Free FLAC to Ipod Audio Converter Pro 1.1.5 is a completely free application that is used to convert FLAC files to Ipod Audio. The program runs on most operating systems and takes up less room than iTunes. The process that the program uses is extremely fast and doesn’t tax your computer like some other programs do. The application is quick, simple, and efficient – everything you need in a converter program.

All-In-One FLAC Converter
The All-In-One FLAC Converter is capable of converting 31 different file types that include various video formats, audio formats, and picture formats into 8 files types that include MP3, WMA, FLAC, MP2, MPC, OGG, WAV, and WV. This FLAC converter is easy to use as it features a converter list that allows you to browse for the files that you want to convert. This combined with the 31 supported file types also allows you to extract audio from your favorite videos. The application includes a Windows Indexer in which you can search for files on your computer simply by typing them in and when a file gets deleted or moved, the program automatically adjusts even if it is not running. There is also a built-in voice recorder in the All-In-One FLAC Converter so you can easily record your voice via microphone and then convert it into whatever file type you prefer.