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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 M4A file?
M4A stands for MPEG-4 Audio and is a popular audio format used for storing compressed audio files. Unlike MP3, M4A files often use AAC encoding, which provides better sound quality at similar file sizes. It was developed by Apple and is widely used in iTunes and iOS devices.
M4A files are typically used for music and podcasts, offering high efficiency and compatibility with modern players. Since they don't support digital rights management (DRM), they are preferred for unrestricted distribution of audio content.
How to open M4A files
M4A files can be opened with iTunes, QuickTime, VLC Media Player, and most smartphone music apps. They’re fully supported on macOS, iOS, and many Windows players.
To convert M4A to MP3 or WAV, use AnyConv for a fast and simple online conversion.
Key facts about M4A
- Full name: MPEG-4 Audio Layer
- Extension: .m4a
- MIME type: audio/mp4
- Developed by: Apple Inc.
- 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 M4A without signing up or installing anything.
- Is it safe to convert WAV to M4A on AnyConv?Absolutely. All WAV and M4A files are securely handled and automatically deleted after 1 hour. Nobody can access your data.
- Will the quality change after converting WAV to M4A?We do our best to preserve the original quality during WAV to M4A conversion. The result is accurate and clean.
- How long does it take to convert WAV to M4A?Most conversions from WAV to M4A 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 M4A at once — fast and easy.
- What browsers support WAV to M4A conversion?All modern browsers! Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge — AnyConv runs online and supports converting WAV to M4A on any platform.