How to convert WAV to FLAC?
You can convert WAV to FLAC with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose WAV files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your WAVs.
You can also click to select WAV files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste a WAV file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with WAV files to FLAC is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on FLAC from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's FLAC or something else.
- Download your FLAC files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted FLAC files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each FLAC.
On desktop platforms, you can download the FLAC files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the FLACs with other apps.
About the formats
| 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.
| File extension | .flac |
|---|---|
| Category | Audio file formats |
| Developed by | Xiph.Org Foundation |
| Mime type | audio/flac |
Format description
FLAC, or Free Lossless Audio Codec, files contain digital audio. FLAC files utilize lossless quality, meaning that there is no loss of any original sound data. When compared to MP3 (lossy audio format), FLAC files are generally larger. Nonetheless, FLAC’s lossless compression algorithm can reduce the file size by up to 70%, and still be able to reproduce the original audio afterwards. The format is royalty-free.Common questions about converting WAV to FLAC
Can I convert WAV to FLAC in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple WAVs to FLACs simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing WAVs to convert to FLAC.
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 to FLAC, 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 to FLAC 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.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 11,969,111 files so far.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 11,969,111 files so far.
How long does it take to convert WAV to FLAC?
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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