Convert OPUS to ALAC
Convert your OPUS audio files to ALAC directly in your browser.
How to convert audio in 3 steps
Choose a OPUS audio file.
Click convert to ALAC.
Download your ALAC audio.
Format descriptions
OPUS — OPUS is a modern, open and royalty-free audio codec. It delivers excellent quality even at low bitrates, making it ideal for streaming, voice and podcasts.
ALAC — ALAC (Apple Lossless) is Apple's lossless audio codec. It compresses without loss and is fully compatible with Apple devices.
Technical comparison: OPUS vs ALAC
Technical breakdown of the OPUS and ALAC specifications: compression, colour, transparency and animation support.
| Property | Opus | ALAC |
|---|---|---|
| Specification | Opus (Opus Interactive Audio Codec) | ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) |
| Media type | Audio | Audio |
| Compression | Lossy · Opus (RFC 6716) | Lossless · ALAC |
| Color space / bit depth | 16-bit, 8-48 kHz | 16/24-bit up to 192 kHz |
| Transparency | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Animation | No (static) | No (static) |
| Best for | OPUS is a modern, open and royalty-free audio codec. It delivers excellent quality even at low bitrates, making it ideal for streaming, voice and podcasts. | ALAC (Apple Lossless) is Apple's lossless audio codec. It compresses without loss and is fully compatible with Apple devices. |
What happens when converting OPUS to ALAC?
The OPUS data is decoded inside your browser with WebAssembly and re-encoded to the ALAC specification, so no file is ever uploaded to a server. Both formats rely on comparable compression, so file size and perceived quality stay in the same range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is audio conversion?
Audio conversion changes an audio file from one format to another, for example from OPUS to ALAC, while keeping the audio content.
Are my audio files uploaded?
No. This tool processes audio files directly in your browser. Your audio files are never sent to a server.
Which audio formats are supported?
This tool converts OPUS audio files to ALAC, all in your browser.
Is it really free and unlimited?
Yes, the tool is completely free and you can convert as many audio files as you want, with no limits.
Does it work on mobile too?
Yes, it works on any modern device, including smartphones, tablets and desktop computers.
Which format will the result be in?
The converted file will always be in ALAC format, ready to download and use.
About the audio converter
Convert OPUS to ALAC audio online for free. Everything happens in your browser: your files are never uploaded to a server, and you need no downloads or sign-up to get started.
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