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WAV to CAF - Online Audio Converter
Convert WAV to CAF online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert WAV to CAF
Drop WAV audio here or click to select
WAV
CAF (PCM 16-bit)
About WAV to CAF
Convert WAV to CAF. WAV is Microsoft's RIFF container, usually holding 16-bit PCM. CAF is Apple's 64-bit container for large recordings beyond WAV limits. Few Windows tools open it; convert WAV for sharing..
Why convert WAV to CAF?
- Larger files than lossy shares with CAF uncompressed quality.
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
WAV vs CAF
| Codec | PCM 16-bit | PCM 16-bit |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | uncompressed | uncompressed |
| Sample behavior | Full quality kept | Full quality kept |
| Typical use | WAV is Microsoft's RIFF container, usually holding 16-bit PCM. | CAF is Apple's 64-bit container for large recordings beyond WAV limits. |
When not to convert WAV to CAF
- Skip CAF for the smallest share: lossless output stays large, so prefer a lossy target when sending WAV files.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive WAV before batch CAF shares.
Limits
Starting point: WAV - 16-bit PCM near 10 MB per minute. Files run about 10 MB per minute, so archive as FLAC. Few Windows tools open it; convert WAV for sharing. Encode CAF (PCM 16-bit) 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 CAF?
Drop your WAV file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as CAF instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for CAF?
The default codec for CAF 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.