AAC to WAV Converter
Convert AAC files to WAV in seconds, right in your browser. Drop in one file or a whole folder, pick your quality settings and download - nothing is uploaded to a server.
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MP3, WAV, FLAC, M4A, OGG, OPUS, AAC, AIFF, WMA, AMR, MP4, MOV & more · Processed on your device - nothing is uploaded
How to convert AAC to WAV
- Click "Choose files" or drag your AAC files onto the page.
- Make sure "WAV" is selected as the output format.
- Optionally click Edit to trim, adjust volume or add effects.
- Click Convert, then Download your WAV files.
Why convert AAC to WAV?
WAV is uncompressed, so further editing and re-saving won't reduce quality any more. (It can't restore detail that AAC compression already removed.)
WAV is best for audio editing, DAWs, mastering, broadcast and archiving. Supported by every audio editor, DAW and operating system.
Will I lose quality?
Converting AAC to WAV keeps all the quality that is in your AAC file - nothing more is lost. However, it cannot recover detail removed when the AAC was originally created, and the WAV file will be larger.
AAC vs WAV
| AAC | WAV | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Advanced Audio Coding (ADTS) | Waveform Audio File Format |
| Type | lossy | uncompressed |
| Best for | streaming, broadcast and devices that need a raw AAC stream | audio editing, DAWs, mastering, broadcast and archiving |
| Typical size | ~1.4 MB at 192 kbps per minute | ~10 MB at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz per minute |
| Compatibility | Most phones, browsers, smart TVs and media players. | Supported by every audio editor, DAW and operating system. |
| Developed by | MPEG (1997) | Microsoft & IBM (1991) |
AAC to WAV: questions
How do I convert AAC to WAV?
Open this page, add your AAC file, make sure WAV is selected as the output format and click Convert. Your WAV file is ready to download in seconds.
Will converting AAC to WAV lose quality?
Converting AAC to WAV keeps all the quality that is in your AAC file - nothing more is lost. However, it cannot recover detail removed when the AAC was originally created, and the WAV file will be larger.
Is this AAC to WAV converter free and safe?
Yes. It's free with no watermark or sign-up. Files are processed locally in your browser, so your audio is never uploaded or stored on our servers.
Can I convert many AAC files to WAV at once?
Yes - add up to 5 files at a time on the free plan (unlimited with Pro), convert them all with one click and download them as a ZIP.
What is the difference between AAC and WAV?
AAC (Advanced Audio Coding (ADTS)) is a compressed (lossy) format, raw AAC audio stream. The successor to MP3 used by YouTube, iPhone and digital radio. WAV (Waveform Audio File Format) is a uncompressed format: uncompressed PCM audio with perfect quality. WAV files are large but every sample is preserved exactly, making them the standard for recording and editing.
Does it work on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android?
Yes. The AAC to WAV converter runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Safari, Edge or Firefox - on desktop and mobile. No software to install.