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XM to ALAC (M4A) - Online Audio Converter
Convert XM to ALAC (M4A) online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert XM to ALAC (M4A)
Drop XM audio here or click to select
XM
ALAC (M4A) (ALAC)
About XM to ALAC (M4A)
Convert XM to ALAC (M4A). XM (FastTracker 2) sequences 32 instruments with envelopes. ALAC is Apple's lossless codec stored inside M4A files. Stays bit-identical to WAV while tagging like AAC..
Why convert XM to ALAC (M4A)?
- Larger files than lossy shares with ALAC (M4A) lossless quality.
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
XM vs ALAC (M4A)
| Codec | XM | ALAC |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | sequence | lossless |
| Sample behavior | Note events - no audio samples | Full quality kept |
| Typical use | XM (FastTracker 2) sequences 32 instruments with envelopes. | ALAC is Apple's lossless codec stored inside M4A files. |
When not to convert XM to ALAC (M4A)
- Skip ALAC (M4A) for the smallest share: lossless output stays large, so prefer a lossy target when sending XM files.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive XM before batch ALAC (M4A) shares.
Limits
Starting point: XM - XM (FastTracker 2) sequences 32 instruments with envelopes. Volume-column effects vary by engine; audition the render. Stays bit-identical to WAV while tagging like AAC. Encode ALAC (M4A) (ALAC) from XM at 256k for music or 128k for speech, starting from the master.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert XM to ALAC (M4A)?
Drop your XM file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as ALAC (M4A) instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for ALAC (M4A)?
The default codec for ALAC (M4A) is ALAC. You can change audio parameters in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed audio. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.