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What is a WAV file?
WAV (Waveform Audio File Format) is a standard for storing raw and uncompressed audio developed by Microsoft and IBM. It uses PCM encoding and is known for its excellent sound quality and wide compatibility.
WAV files are widely used in professional audio environments, including recording, editing, and mastering, but they take up more space than compressed formats like MP3 or AAC.
How to open WAV files
WAV files are supported by nearly all media players including Windows Media Player, iTunes, VLC, and professional audio software like Adobe Audition and Logic Pro.
To reduce file size, you can convert WAV to MP3 or AAC easily using AnyConv.
Key facts about WAV
- Full name: Waveform Audio File Format
- Extension: .wav
- MIME type: audio/wav
- Developed by: Microsoft & IBM
- Initial release: 1991
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What is a AU file?
AU is a simple audio format developed by Sun Microsystems, originally for Unix systems. It was once common in early internet applications and multimedia software. AU files can contain various types of audio data, including uncompressed PCM or μ-law encoded samples.
Although largely outdated today, AU files are still supported by many open-source players and audio editors. They’re mostly found in old software archives and educational materials.
How to open AU files
AU files are supported by players like Audacity, VLC, and GoldWave. They're also readable by older UNIX-based systems and open-source software.
If you need a more universal format, convert AU to MP3 or WAV using AnyConv.
Key facts about AU
- Full name: Sun Audio File
- Extension: .au
- MIME type: audio/basic
- Developed by: Sun Microsystems
- Initial release: 1982
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to register to convert WAV files?Not at all! You can convert WAV to AU without signing up or installing anything.
- Is it safe to convert WAV to AU on AnyConv?Absolutely. All WAV and AU files are securely handled and automatically deleted after 1 hour. Nobody can access your data.
- Will the quality change after converting WAV to AU?We do our best to preserve the original quality during WAV to AU conversion. The result is accurate and clean.
- How long does it take to convert WAV to AU?Most conversions from WAV to AU take just a few seconds — even for larger files.
- Can I upload more than one WAV file?Yes, batch conversion is supported. You can convert multiple WAV files to AU at once — fast and easy.
- What browsers support WAV to AU conversion?All modern browsers! Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge — AnyConv runs online and supports converting WAV to AU on any platform.