WAV Converter

Uncompressed PCM audio with perfect quality. WAV files are large but every sample is preserved exactly, making them the standard for recording and editing.

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MP3, WAV, FLAC, M4A, OGG, OPUS, AAC, AIFF, WMA, AMR, MP4, MOV & more ยท Processed on your device - nothing is uploaded

WAV at a glance

Full nameWaveform Audio File Format
Typeuncompressed
File extension.wav, .wave
MIME typeaudio/wav
DeveloperMicrosoft & IBM (1991)
Best foraudio editing, DAWs, mastering, broadcast and archiving
CompatibilitySupported by every audio editor, DAW and operating system.
Bit depths16-bit, 24-bit, 32-bit float

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About WAV

What is a WAV file?

WAV (Waveform Audio File Format) is a uncompressed audio format developed by Microsoft & IBM in 1991. Uncompressed PCM audio with perfect quality. WAV files are large but every sample is preserved exactly, making them the standard for recording and editing.

What is WAV best for?

WAV is best for audio editing, DAWs, mastering, broadcast and archiving.

What plays WAV files?

Supported by every audio editor, DAW and operating system.

How big are WAV files?

About ~10 MB at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz per minute of stereo audio.

How do I convert to WAV?

Drop your files above, make sure WAV is selected and click Convert. It's free and works on any device.