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AIFF to WAV - Online Audio Converter
Convert AIFF to WAV online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert AIFF to WAV
Drop AIFF audio here or click to select
AIFF, AIF
WAV (PCM 16-bit)
About AIFF to WAV
Convert AIFF to WAV. AIFF is Apple's IFF-based counterpart to WAV with PCM audio. WAV is Microsoft's RIFF container, usually holding 16-bit PCM. Files run about 10 MB per minute, so archive as FLAC..
Why convert AIFF to WAV?
- Larger files than lossy shares with WAV uncompressed quality.
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
AIFF vs WAV
| Codec | PCM 16-bit | PCM 16-bit |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | uncompressed | uncompressed |
| Sample behavior | Full quality kept | Full quality kept |
| Typical use | AIFF is Apple's IFF-based counterpart to WAV with PCM audio. | WAV is Microsoft's RIFF container, usually holding 16-bit PCM. |
When not to convert AIFF to WAV
- Skip WAV for the smallest share: lossless output stays large, so prefer a lossy target when sending AIFF files.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive AIFF before batch WAV shares.
Limits
Starting point: AIFF - AIFF is Apple's IFF-based counterpart to WAV with PCM audio. Metadata support is thinner than WAV's; check tags after conversion. Files run about 10 MB per minute, so archive as FLAC. Encode WAV (PCM 16-bit) from AIFF at 256k for music or 128k for speech, starting from the master.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert AIFF to WAV?
Drop your AIFF file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as WAV instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for WAV?
The default codec for WAV is PCM 16-bit. You can change audio parameters in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed audio. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.