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Convert WAV to MP3

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

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Waveform Audio File Format (.wav)

WAV, short for Waveform Audio File Format, is a standard audio file format developed by IBM and Microsoft in 1991. It is widely used for storing uncompressed audio data on Windows systems. WAV files are known for their high audio quality and large file sizes, making them suitable for professional audio editing and applications where audio fidelity is paramount. The format supports various bit depths and sampling rates, enabling versatile audio data manipulation. WAV files are often used in professional audio recording, editing, and mastering due to their ability to maintain audio integrity without compression artifacts.

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MPEG Audio Layer 3 (.mp3)

MP3, short for MPEG Audio Layer 3, is a digital audio coding format that revolutionized music storage and distribution. Developed by the Moving Picture Experts Group (MPEG), it was first introduced in the early 1990s. Its primary advantage lies in its ability to compress audio files significantly without major loss in sound quality, making it ideal for efficient storage and transmission over the internet. MP3 files are widely used for music playback on various digital devices, including computers, smartphones, and portable media players, due to their balance of compression efficiency and sound fidelity.

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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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