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Convert MP4 to WAV, Free Online Converter

Extract audio from your videos to WAV with original quality.

Your files are not uploaded to our server. All processing happens on your computer.

Drag and drop your MP4 files here, or click to upload.

MP4 files supported

How do MP3 and WAV differ?

MP3 files are smaller, but some audio is cut

MP3s remove sounds that humans can't easily hear to make files lighter. While sufficient for general listening, it might be lacking for editing or post-processing.

WAV supports ultra-high quality.

WAV stores audio as-is, without compression. While the files are larger, all sound information is preserved, making it suitable for voice editing or music production.

WAV is needed when audio must be handled precisely, such as for voice editing, song MR production, or audiobook creation. Although WAV files are larger than MP3s (approx. 10MB per minute), choose WAV for tasks where maximum sound quality preservation is essential.

Audio is not sent externally

Even sensitive audio recordings are not uploaded to our servers. Processing happens directly in your browser, ensuring safety.

Fast audio extraction only

It skips the video portion and extracts only the audio, making it much faster than re-processing the entire video.

Completely free. No limits.

There are no limits on extraction count or file size.

Original, lossless audio quality

It extracts the entire audio from your video without any cuts. This is the best quality for immediate use in voice editing or music production.

FAQ

Is WAV really better quality than MP3?

Yes, WAV does not compress audio, so it retains the original quality. MP3 removes some sounds to reduce file size, but WAV preserves everything. However, WAV files are about 10 times larger than MP3s.

Can I use it directly in editing software?

Yes, WAV files can be directly imported into all voice/music editing software, including Audacity, GarageBand, Adobe Audition, and Logic Pro.

Should I extract to WAV even if I'm just listening?

If you're just listening, we recommend MP3 for its smaller file size. WAV is suitable for tasks requiring editing or where audio quality is particularly important. MP3 extraction is also available on this site.

What if the WAV file is too large?

WAV is uncompressed audio, so it's about 10MB per minute. If the file size is a concern, we recommend MP3 extraction.

Does it work on smartphones?

Yes, it works in smartphone browsers, but since WAV files are large, we recommend working on a PC.

AI can help with video editing too

Beyond audio extraction, AI automatically finds key scenes in long videos and turns them into Shorts. Significantly reduce your editing time.

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