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WAV to XM - Online Audio Converter
Convert WAV to XM online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert WAV to XM
Drop WAV audio here or click to select
WAV
XM (XM)
About WAV to XM
Convert WAV to XM. WAV is Microsoft's RIFF container, usually holding 16-bit PCM. XM (FastTracker 2) sequences 32 instruments with envelopes. Volume-column effects vary by engine; audition the render..
Why convert WAV to XM?
- Tiny files with XM note events (no audio samples).
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
WAV vs XM
| Codec | PCM 16-bit | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | uncompressed | sequence |
| Sample behavior | Full quality kept | Note events - no audio samples |
| Typical use | WAV is Microsoft's RIFF container, usually holding 16-bit PCM. | XM (FastTracker 2) sequences 32 instruments with envelopes. |
When not to convert WAV to XM
- Skip XM for recorded sound: it stores note events, not audio, so keep the WAV recording.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive WAV before batch XM shares.
Limits
Starting point: WAV - 16-bit PCM near 10 MB per minute. Files run about 10 MB per minute, so archive as FLAC. Volume-column effects vary by engine; audition the render. Encode XM (XM) 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 XM?
Drop your WAV file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as XM instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for XM?
The default codec for XM is XM. 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.