Convert MTS to ALAC — Free Online Converter
Convert AVCHD Video (.mts) to Apple Lossless Audio Codec (.alac) online for free. Fast, secure video conversion with no watermarks or registration.
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Convert AVCHD Video (.mts) to Apple Lossless Audio Codec (.alac) online for free. Fast, secure video conversion with no watermarks or registration.
Conversion settings — add a file to adjust
Upload your .mts file by dragging it into the upload area or clicking to browse.
Choose your output settings. The default settings work great for most files.
Click Convert and download your .m4a file when it's ready.
AVCHD camcorders produce MTS files with either AC3 surround or LPCM stereo audio captured at 48 kHz. ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) compresses this audio by 40-60% without losing a single sample, wrapping it in an M4A container that integrates natively with iTunes, Apple Music, and every Apple device. Converting MTS to ALAC preserves camcorder audio in Apple's lossless ecosystem.
When building an Apple Music library of extracted camcorder audio — concert recordings, family event soundtracks, nature recordings — ALAC is the only lossless format that integrates seamlessly with iTunes metadata, AirPlay streaming, iCloud Music Library, and HomePod playback. FLAC offers comparable compression but requires third-party apps on iOS and is invisible to iTunes.
For videographers who need to archive project audio in a lossless format while maintaining easy access on Apple devices, ALAC provides the perfect balance. The M4A container supports chapters, artwork, and extensive metadata that make extracted audio self-documenting and easy to browse.
FFmpeg strips the video and encodes audio as ALAC in an M4A container: `-vn -c:a alac -ar 48000 -ac 2`. For 5.1 AC3 sources, downmix first: `-ac 2`. ALAC encoding is fast since it is a lightweight algorithm. The output M4A container supports chapter markers, cover art, and full iTunes metadata through FFmpeg's metadata mapping options.
ALAC is mathematically lossless — the decoded output is sample-identical to the input. If the MTS has LPCM audio, the ALAC file is a perfect compressed copy. If the source is AC3, the ALAC preserves the decoded AC3 exactly, without additional loss. File sizes are roughly 60% of equivalent AIFF/WAV.
| Device | MTS | ALAC |
|---|---|---|
| Windows PC | Partial | Partial |
| macOS | Partial | Native |
| iPhone/iPad | Partial | Native |
| Android | Partial | Partial |
| Linux | Partial | Partial |
| Web Browser | No |
Resolution: 1920x1080
Bitrate: 8-12 Mbps
H.264 recommended for fast processing
Resolution: 1080x1080
Bitrate: 3.5 Mbps
Square or 9:16 for Reels
Resolution: 1080x1920
Bitrate: 4 Mbps
9:16 vertical, under 60s ideal
Resolution: 1280x720
Bitrate: 5 Mbps
Under 140s, 512MB max
Resolution: 960x540
Bitrate: 2 Mbps
16MB limit for standard, 64MB for document
Resolution: 1280x720
Bitrate: 4 Mbps
MTS to ALAC conversion is the optimal path for archiving camcorder audio in Apple's ecosystem, providing lossless compression with seamless iTunes and Apple device integration.
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| Funktion | MTS | ALAC |
|---|---|---|
| Fullstandigt namn | AVCHD Video | Apple Lossless Audio Codec |
| Filandelse | .mts | .m4a |
| Bast for | HD camcorders | Lossless |