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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 FLAC file?
FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) is one of the most popular formats for storing high-quality digital music without any loss in audio fidelity. It compresses audio efficiently while preserving every bit of the original recording — unlike MP3 or AAC, which are lossy.
FLAC is widely used by audiophiles and music collectors due to its open-source nature, excellent compression ratio, and support for rich metadata. It has become a standard in the world of lossless digital audio.
How to open FLAC files
FLAC files can be played with VLC, Foobar2000, Winamp, and many modern smartphones. FLAC is also supported by popular audio editors and library tools like MusicBee.
To convert FLAC to MP3 or AAC for portable use, AnyConv offers a free and fast online solution.
Key facts about FLAC
- Full name: Free Lossless Audio Codec
- Extension: .flac
- MIME type: audio/flac
- Developed by: Xiph.Org Foundation
- Initial release: 2001
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to register to convert WAV files?Not at all! You can convert WAV to FLAC without signing up or installing anything.
- Is it safe to convert WAV to FLAC on AnyConv?Absolutely. All WAV and FLAC files are securely handled and automatically deleted after 1 hour. Nobody can access your data.
- Will the quality change after converting WAV to FLAC?We do our best to preserve the original quality during WAV to FLAC conversion. The result is accurate and clean.
- How long does it take to convert WAV to FLAC?Most conversions from WAV to FLAC 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 FLAC at once — fast and easy.
- What browsers support WAV to FLAC conversion?All modern browsers! Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge — AnyConv runs online and supports converting WAV to FLAC on any platform.