How to Convert Video/Audio to WAV
WAV (Waveform Audio File Format) is the gold standard for uncompressed audio. Here's how to convert your files to WAV.
Understanding WAV
What is WAV?
- Uncompressed audio format
- Developed by Microsoft and IBM
- Highest possible audio quality
- Industry standard for audio editing
Characteristics
- Large file sizes
- No quality loss
- Universal compatibility
- Professional standard
Converting Video to WAV
Extract audio from videos in WAV format:
- Upload your video (MP4, MKV, AVI, etc.)
- Select WAV as output
- Convert and download
Supported Video Formats
- MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV
- WMV, FLV, WEBM
- MPEG, MPG, VOB
Converting Audio to WAV
Convert other audio formats:
- MP3 to WAV
- M4A to WAV
- FLAC to WAV
- OGG to WAV
- AMR to WAV
When to Use WAV
Ideal For:
- Audio editing and production
- Professional music work
- Sound design
- Archival purposes
- CD audio
Not Ideal For:
- Portable music players (large files)
- Web streaming
- Email attachments
File Size Comparison
| Duration | MP3 (320k) | WAV |
|---|---|---|
| 1 min | 2.4 MB | 10 MB |
| 5 min | 12 MB | 50 MB |
| 1 hour | 144 MB | 600 MB |
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