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FLAC linear prediction

The lossless audio prediction scheme used by FLAC.

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How FLAC linear prediction works

FLAC predicts each sample from its predecessors and entropy-codes the small residual with Rice coding, typically halving WAV size.

Family
lossless

FLAC linear prediction scores

Deterministic scores calculated from the structured facts above. Identical facts always produce identical scores.

Overall score

83/100

  • Archiving score

    100
    • it is a current, actively maintained format
    • it is actively maintained and current

    Confidence 36% · evidence coverage 56%

  • Longevity score

    89
    • it is actively maintained and current
    • it is a current, actively maintained format
    • it occupies a niche corner of the ecosystem

    Confidence 38% · evidence coverage 75%

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Data quality

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Overall confidence
90%
Verification status
verified
Last reviewed
2026-08-03
Verified facts
1

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Sources and review status

Review status: verified · confidence 90%

Last reviewed 2026-08-03 (revision 1).

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