WMA to WAV Converter
Convert WMA 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 WMA to WAV
- Click "Choose files" or drag your WMA 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 WMA to WAV?
WAV is uncompressed, so further editing and re-saving won't reduce quality any more. (It can't restore detail that WMA 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 WMA to WAV keeps all the quality that is in your WMA file - nothing more is lost. However, it cannot recover detail removed when the WMA was originally created, and the WAV file will be larger.
WMA vs WAV
| WMA | WAV | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Windows Media Audio | Waveform Audio File Format |
| Type | lossy | uncompressed |
| Best for | older Windows Media Player setups and legacy hardware | 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 | Windows, Windows Media Player, some car stereos. Poor support on Apple and browsers. | Supported by every audio editor, DAW and operating system. |
| Developed by | Microsoft (1999) | Microsoft & IBM (1991) |
WMA to WAV: questions
How do I convert WMA to WAV?
Open this page, add your WMA file, make sure WAV is selected as the output format and click Convert. Your WAV file is ready to download in seconds.
Will converting WMA to WAV lose quality?
Converting WMA to WAV keeps all the quality that is in your WMA file - nothing more is lost. However, it cannot recover detail removed when the WMA was originally created, and the WAV file will be larger.
Is this WMA 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 WMA 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 WMA and WAV?
WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a compressed (lossy) format, microsoft's legacy lossy format, still used by older Windows software and devices. 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 WMA to WAV converter runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Safari, Edge or Firefox - on desktop and mobile. No software to install.