X Lossless Decoder(XLD) 64-bit Beta

Posted by: Brian Wiser Date: February 1, 2018 0 Likes 540 Views

The popular audio tool X Lossless Decoder(XLD) has a new 64-bit beta test version that was released today.  XLD is a very useful tool for converting lossless audio files into various formats like FLAC, Apple Lossless, MP3, and AAC among others.

While the author is asking for feedback with his 64-bit beta, the current 32-bit release is another choice for new users and has been actively developed since 2006.

Another powerful feature, for anyone with audio CDs, is the ability to properly rip a CD using several secure methods.  It supports C2 error pointers, checking integrity with the AccurateRip database, and verifying suspicious sectors.  Even if a CD appears visually perfect, XLD can detect errors and attempt to retry and properly extract suspicious sectors.  It’s the one tool that every music fan should use.

Author: Brian Wiser
Brian is an A.P.P.L.E. Board member and Managing Editor of Call-A.P.P.L.E.. He is a producer of books, films, games, and events, as well as an Apple consultant, historian and archivist. Brian designed, edited, and co-produced dozens of books including:  "Nibble Viewpoints: Business Insights From The Computing Revolution," "Cyber Jack: The Adventures of Robert Clardy and Synergistic Software," "Synergistic Software: The Early Games," "Graphically Speaking: Enhanced Edition," "What’s Where in the Apple: Enhanced Edition," and "The WOZPAK Special Edition: Steve Wozniak’s Apple-1 & Apple II Computers."  Brian also co-produced the retro iOS game "Structris." Brian was an extra in Joss Whedon’s movie “Serenity,” leading him to being a producer/director for the documentary film “Done The Impossible: The Fans’ Tale of Firefly & Serenity.” He brought some of the Firefly cast aboard his Browncoat Cruise convention and recruited several of the Firefly cast to appear in a film for charity. Brian speaks about his adventures at conventions around the country.
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