How to Convert Amazon Music to FLAC in 2026 (Ultimate)

Want to save Amazon Music songs as FLAC for offline listening or local playback? The process isn't as straightforward as choosing FLAC as a download option, especially when you want a file that can be played outside the Amazon Music app.

In this guide, you'll learn how to get Amazon Music in FLAC, how to use the official app for HD/UHD offline listening, and how to check the quality of a local FLAC file. We'll also compare FLAC with MP3 to help you choose the right format for your needs.

Part 1. Does Amazon Music Use FLAC?

Yes, Amazon Music uses FLAC as the codec for its HD and Ultra HD (UHD) audio. Amazon's current audio specifications distinguish HD and UHD by their available resolution:

• HD: Up to 16-bit/44.1 kHz
• UHD: Up to 24-bit/192 kHz
• Codec: FLAC

However, FLAC, HD, and UHD refer to different things. FLAC is the lossless audio codec, while HD and UHD describe the quality level of the audio available from Amazon Music.

This also explains why “Amazon Music uses FLAC” does not necessarily mean you can find a normal .flac file after downloading a song in the Amazon Music app. The app's offline content is managed within Amazon Music rather than provided as a freely transferable audio file.

So, there are two different ways to think about Amazon Music FLAC:

After understanding the difference, keep reading to learn about two ways to get FLAC files from Amazon Music in Part 2: using a third-party tool to download FLAC files from Amazon Music and downloading UHD music directly through the Amazon Music app.

Part 2. Download Amazon Music to FLAC Format (via Third-Party Tool)

The easiest way to get standalone Amazon Music FLAC files is to use a desktop Amazon Music converter. For example, TuneFab Amazon Music Converter provides a built-in Amazon Music web player and supports FLAC output.

This tool comes with a built-in Amazon Music web player, capable of converting songs from the 100 million music library to FLAC format, unlike the official Amazon Music app, which limits access to HD sound quality for only 70 million songs.

In terms of downloads, it won't waste your time waiting for the download process to finish, as its conversion speed is more than 35X faster, and sound quality is not affected during the process (24 bits for FLACs).

Keep in mind that converting a song to FLAC does not improve its original quality. The output can only preserve the audio information available from the source.

Step 1. Launch TuneFab Amazon Music Converter

After you download and launch TuneFab Amazon Music Converter, select Amazon Music and choose your account region to log in the built-in web player.

Step 2. Choose a Playlist of Amazon Music FLAC to Convert

Now you can begin to choose a playlist you want to download and add it to the converting list. Simply drag it to the converting window on the right side. Or you can directly tap the "Add to the conversion list" button on the cover of the album to complete songs adding.

Step 3. Set Output Folder and Output Format

Select FLAC as the output format and choose an output folder.

You can also adjust the available audio settings before starting the conversion. However, choosing a higher bit depth or sample rate does not create additional audio information that was not present in the source.

Step 4. Download Amazon Music to FALC

Click the "Convert Now" button and wait for the process to finish.

The converted songs will be saved as local FLAC files on your computer. You can then open them with a compatible music player or inspect their technical information with MediaInfo or Spek.

When all the steps are done, you will get the FLAC music files stored on your own device. You can listen to them whenever you want. Likewise, if you downloaded songs to MP3, then you can easily transfer Amazon Prime Music to any MP3 player for playing. Just remember which folder you choose to save them!

Part 3. Download Amazon Music in UHD Quality (Official App)

As Amazon Music also uses FLAC to keep its UHD songs, by subscribing to the Amazon Unlimited membership, you can download Amazon Music songs losslessly directly inside the Amazon Music app. However, as mentioned above, you can only access and play these FLAC downloads with the official music player because they are protected by DRM.

Additionally, Amazon's music library offers only 70 million songs with HD/Ultra HD sound quality. This might not include all your favorite songs. HD songs from Amazon can only be accessed on the Amazon Music app. 

NOTE: If you wish to listen to Amazon Music FLAC songs offline on any player or play any song in FLAC, you can consider using TuneFab Amazon Music Converter to download Amazon Music songs to DRM-free FLAC audio files.

If you are a subscriber of Amazon Unlimited, now, just follow the steps below to download Amazon lossless quality Music within the app:

Step 1. Set Amazon HD/Ultra HD Quality

Directly open the app and go to "Preferences". Under the "Advanced" section, choose "Audio Quality" as "HD/Ultra HD".

Step 2. Adjust the Setting for Downloading HD Music

When you finish the former step, you then can listen to HD music. If you want to download them in the same quality, just find "Download Settings" and choose "Best Available (HD/ Ultra HD)".

Step 3. Download Amazon Music to FLAC

Tap the download button to save the song for offline listening.

The downloaded content remains managed by the Amazon Music app. It should not be treated as an ordinary .flac file that you can move to another player.

If you specifically need local FLAC files, the desktop conversion method in Part 2 is the more relevant workflow.

Part 4. FLAC vs. MP3: Which Format Should You Choose?

FLAC and MP3 are designed for different priorities. FLAC preserves audio data through lossless compression, while MP3 reduces file size through lossy compression.

There is no fixed FLAC-to-MP3 size ratio because file size depends on the track and encoding settings. In general, FLAC files require considerably more storage than MP3 files.

Choose FLAC when preserving the available source quality is your priority. Choose MP3 when you need smaller files or broader compatibility.

For example, FLAC makes more sense for a desktop music library, while MP3 may be more convenient for transferring a large playlist to a portable player. You can also convert Amazon Music to MP3 when storage efficiency is more important than keeping a lossless local copy.

Part 5. FAQs About Getting Amazon Music FLAC

Can you upload FLAC songs to Amazon Music?

As Amazon Music has canceled the cloud storage service, you can't keep your songs in the Amazon Music library directly. But instead, it is possible for you to play local music files with the Amazon Music player.

Simply open the Amazon Music app and tap "Settings" under "Profile", and then choose "Automatically import Music from" to select the FLAC songs you want to play. After that, they can be played through the app directly.

Can you buy lossless music on Amazon Music？

Unfortunately, the answer is no. Music files purchased on Amazon Music are generally saved in MP3 format, which is a compression format that can provide smaller file sizes and good sound quality, suitable for playback and transmission on a variety of devices.

While you can still enjoy lossless audio streaming in FLAC format provided by Amazon Music, if you want to get Amazon Music FLAC downloads for permanent offline playback, it is recommended to use TuneFab Amazon Music Converter as a solution. Also, you can purchase physical disks to get CD-quality FLAC lossless quality to have the best music streaming experience offline.

What is the best FLAC player for Windows/Mac?

As FLAC delivers uncompressed audio quality, to have the best playback experience, you'd better select the media player that can maintain the HD/Ultra HD sound effect. Here, professional media players like AnyMP4 Blu-ray Player can help. If you want some free options, then try VLC or Winamp, which can also ensure you a good FLAC streaming process.

Who Should Convert Amazon Music to FLAC?

The lossless FLAC format is better for those who need to look for a professional or better music playback effects. For example, if you are:

• Professional music editors
• Big fan of music (audiophiles)
• Having to access offline music playback (like on a plane or staying in a no-network environment)
• Needing to back up music resources regularly

For these users, FLAC can surely be the best format to keep Amazon Music offline.

Does converting Amazon Music to FLAC improve sound quality?

No. FLAC is lossless, but it cannot add audio information that was not in the source. Converting an MP3 to FLAC, for example, makes the file larger without restoring the audio data removed during MP3 encoding.

Does Amazon Music offer 24-bit/192 kHz for every song?

No. The available resolution depends on the individual track. Amazon's UHD catalog includes different sample rates and bit depths, with supported tracks reaching up to 24-bit/192 kHz.

Conclusion

Amazon Music uses FLAC for HD and Ultra HD (UHD) audio, but official app downloads remain managed within the Amazon Music app. If you need standalone FLAC files for local playback or backup, a desktop converter such as TuneFab Amazon Music Converter can save Amazon Music tracks as FLAC.

Keep in mind that converting to FLAC does not improve the source quality. Choose FLAC when you want to preserve the available audio quality, or MP3 when smaller file sizes are more important. You can also use MediaInfo and Spek to verify the technical properties of your downloaded files.