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WAV to AMR - Online Audio Converter
Convert WAV to AMR online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert WAV to AMR
Drop WAV audio here or click to select
WAV
AMR (AMR-NB)
About WAV to AMR
Convert WAV to AMR. WAV is Microsoft's RIFF container, usually holding 16-bit PCM. AMR encodes narrowband speech for GSM calls at 12.2 kbps and below. Tuned for voice calls, so music loses detail by design..
Why convert WAV to AMR?
- Smaller files with AMR lossy compression.
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
WAV vs AMR
| Codec | PCM 16-bit | AMR-NB |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | uncompressed | lossy |
| Sample behavior | Full quality kept | Quality set by bitrate |
| Typical use | WAV is Microsoft's RIFF container, usually holding 16-bit PCM. | AMR encodes narrowband speech for GSM calls at 12.2 kbps and below. |
When not to convert WAV to AMR
- Skip AMR for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the WAV original.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive WAV before batch AMR shares.
Limits
Starting point: WAV - 16-bit PCM near 10 MB per minute. Files run about 10 MB per minute, so archive as FLAC. Tuned for voice calls, so music loses detail by design. Encode AMR (AMR-NB) from WAV 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 WAV to AMR?
Drop your WAV file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as AMR instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for AMR?
The default codec for AMR is AMR-NB. 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.