M4R to WAV Converter
Convert M4R 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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How to convert M4R to WAV
- Click "Choose files" or drag your M4R 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 M4R to WAV?
WAV is uncompressed, so further editing and re-saving won't reduce quality any more. (It can't restore detail that M4R 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 M4R to WAV keeps all the quality that is in your M4R file - nothing more is lost. However, it cannot recover detail removed when the M4R was originally created, and the WAV file will be larger.
M4R vs WAV
| M4R | WAV | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | iPhone Ringtone (AAC) | Waveform Audio File Format |
| Type | lossy | uncompressed |
| Best for | custom iPhone ringtones and alert tones | audio editing, DAWs, mastering, broadcast and archiving |
| Typical size | ~1.9 MB at 256 kbps per minute | ~10 MB at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz per minute |
| Compatibility | iPhone (via Finder, iTunes or GarageBand), macOS. | Supported by every audio editor, DAW and operating system. |
| Developed by | Apple (2007) | Microsoft & IBM (1991) |
M4R to WAV: questions
How do I convert M4R to WAV?
Open this page, add your M4R file, make sure WAV is selected as the output format and click Convert. Your WAV file is ready to download in seconds.
Will converting M4R to WAV lose quality?
Converting M4R to WAV keeps all the quality that is in your M4R file - nothing more is lost. However, it cannot recover detail removed when the M4R was originally created, and the WAV file will be larger.
Is this M4R 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 M4R 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 M4R and WAV?
M4R (iPhone Ringtone (AAC)) is a compressed (lossy) format, the iPhone ringtone format - AAC audio with an .m4r extension, limited to 40 seconds. 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 M4R to WAV converter runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Safari, Edge or Firefox - on desktop and mobile. No software to install.