What is a WAV 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 WAV conversions
How to open a WAV file?
If you don't know how to listen to a WAV file, you can convert it to another format you already recognize. You can use MConverter for the conversion.
Can I convert WAV files in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple WAV files at once. You can even drag and drop folders containing WAVs.
Pasting WAV files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting WAV files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a WAV file, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big WAVs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert WAV 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 WAV 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 WAVs safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your WAV 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 WAVs 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 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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