How to convert M4A to WAV?
You can convert M4A to WAV with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose M4A files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your M4As.
You can also click to select M4A files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste an M4A file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with M4A files to WAV is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on WAV from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's WAV or something else.
- Download your WAV files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted WAV files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each WAV.
On desktop platforms, you can download the WAV files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the WAVs with other apps.
About the formats
| File extension | .m4a |
|---|---|
| Category | Audio file formats |
| Developed by | Apple |
| Mime type | audio/m4a |
Format description
M4A files store audio using the AAC codec. M4A stands for MPEG-4 Audio. It is very similar to MP4 with the difference being the lack of a video/subtitle track in the file.| File extension | .wav |
|---|---|
| Category | Audio file formats |
| Developed by | IBM, Microsoft |
| Mime type | audio/wav |
Format description
WAV files are used for storing uncompressed audio. The WAVE format contains the waveform data for the audio track. A major difference between WAV and MP3 is that WAV files do not have compression applied, meaning that the quality is uncompromised. MP3 files use compression. As a result, WAV files are larger in size than MP3 files.To free up space on your device, you can convert WAV files to MP3s. The slight loss in quality should not be noticeable in most cases.
Common questions about converting M4A to WAV
Can I convert M4A to WAV in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple M4As to WAVs simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing M4As to convert to WAV.
Pasting M4A files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting M4A files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert an M4A file to WAV, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big M4As, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert M4A files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert M4A files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting M4As to WAV safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your M4A files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your M4As and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
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How long does it take to convert M4A to WAV?
For most audio files, the wait is usually around a minute. However, MConverter also supports converting larger audio files, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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