Converting FLAC to Apple Lossless for Mac

[LedRush]

So, i noticed that the FLAC files of the concerts are coming out. What is the easiest way I can use these in iTunes for the Mac? I'd prefer the Apple Lossless format, but would accept anything that is free and very, very easy (as I am pretty computer illiterate when it comes to these types of things).

 

Thanks in advance.

 

 

[LedRush]

There are a bunch of new FLAC files of the concert, but I just don't know how to listen to them on iTunes

[Tommy Sawyer]

Use Switch Converter: http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html

 

Just make sure you get the free version.

 

Alternatively, listen directly to the FLACs with VLC media player: http://www.videolan.org/vlc/index.html

[Mr. JD]

If you want to listen on your iPhone or iPad, there are a few apps in the AppStore that play FLAC.

[Jaminbenb]

I usually just convert shows I've burnt after I've burned them to disc....not too many boots on my iPod so far, but a few significant ones.... (a little Floyd, and Rush)

[drbirdsong]

The Switch program that is linked above works great and will convert flacs to any number of formats. Just make sure you listen at least a little to each track to make sure it worked before you get rid of the original flac files. For some reason Switch will sometimes give you a completely silent file, especially when converting to mp3. It's not often enough to not use the program, but it is just rare enough to be a big pain.

[LedRush]

Thanks for the answers. A quick search before posting this got me to sites that gave instructions using Fluke for Mac and Bigasoft. Has anyone used these or heard about them?

[grand phil-nale]

Use xACT, it's free and you can convert to WAV for playback in itunes.

 

http://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/14246/xact

 

You can also download Vox which is a decent little player for playing flac files.

 

http://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/24852/vox

 

[thizzellewashington]

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