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WMA to WAV - Online Audio Converter
Convert WMA to WAV online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert WMA to WAV
Drop WMA audio here or click to select
WMA
WAV (PCM 16-bit)
About WMA to WAV
Convert WMA to WAV. WMA is Microsoft's audio codec paired with Windows Media workflows. WAV is Microsoft's RIFF container, usually holding 16-bit PCM. Files run about 10 MB per minute, so archive as FLAC..
Why convert WMA to WAV?
- Larger files than lossy shares with WAV uncompressed quality.
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
WMA vs WAV
| Codec | WMA v2 | PCM 16-bit |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | lossy | uncompressed |
| Sample behavior | Quality set by bitrate | Full quality kept |
| Typical use | WMA is Microsoft's audio codec paired with Windows Media workflows. | WAV is Microsoft's RIFF container, usually holding 16-bit PCM. |
When not to convert WMA to WAV
- Skip WAV for the smallest share: lossless output stays large, so prefer a lossy target when sending WMA files.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive WMA before batch WAV shares.
Limits
Starting point: WMA - WMA is Microsoft's audio codec paired with Windows Media workflows. Copy-protected store files cannot be converted; use DRM-free sources. Files run about 10 MB per minute, so archive as FLAC. Encode WAV (PCM 16-bit) from WMA 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 WMA to WAV?
Drop your WMA 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.