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Convert WAV audios to MP3 format, edit and optimize audios online and free.

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Waveform Audio File Format (.wav)

A WAV file, jointly developed by Microsoft and IBM, is a common audio file format for storing digital audio content. It can be played using various media players and is frequently used by audio professionals for high-quality recordings. While uncompressed WAV files provide superior audio quality, compressed versions are more practical for online sharing.

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MPEG Audio Layer 3 (.mp3)

The MP3 format is a compressed audio file format that enables efficient storage and distribution of audio content. Developed by the Fraunhofer Society, standardized and released by MPEG, it utilizes "Layer 3" audio compression to reduce file sizes. The format played a crucial role in the digital distribution of music, despite being associated with copyright controversies.

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How to convert WAV to MP3?

  1. Upload WAV File

    Choose any WAV audio from your computer, or drag & drop a WAV file onto this page.

  2. Select WAV Tools

    Use any available convert tools on the preview page, and click Convert.

  3. Download Your MP3

    Wait a couple of seconds for the converter to do the hard job, then download your MP3 file.

Convert WAV to MP3

Tools

WAV Trim

Trim & cut WAV and convert it to MP3.

MP3 Channels

Convert WAV to MP3 and set the output channels to Mono (1.0) or Stereo (2.0).

MP3 Bitrate

Convert WAV to MP3 and set the bitrate for the audio track. Choose from Constant Bitrate (CBR) or Variable Bitrate (VBR), or leave it to Auto, to automatically choose a bitrate based on the source file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change WAV format to MP3?

To change WAV format to MP3, upload your WAV file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your WAV file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted MP3 file afterward.

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Convert WAV to MP3 on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to WAV file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your WAV_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert WAV_INPUT_FILE --to mp3

Convert WAV to MP3 on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to WAV file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your WAV_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert WAV_INPUT_FILE --to mp3

Convert WAV to MP3 on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to WAV file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your WAV_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert WAV_INPUT_FILE --to mp3

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