Convert AAC to WAV Online
Free online tool to convert AAC audio files to the uncompressed WAV format.
AAC to WAV Converter
Convert your AAC files to WAV format quickly and easily. Upload your file and download the result.
Max file size: 50MB
Why Convert AAC to WAV?
AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) is a lossy format, meaning some audio data is discarded to reduce file size. WAV (Waveform Audio File Format) is typically an uncompressed format that stores audio data exactly as it is. Converting AAC to WAV creates an uncompressed representation of the audio contained in the AAC file. This is useful for audio editing, archiving, or when you need a format compatible with professional audio software that might not handle AAC well.
Benefits of Converting AAC to WAV
- Uncompressed Quality: WAV stores the audio data from the AAC without further lossy compression.
- Editing Compatibility: WAV is widely supported by audio editing software (DAWs).
- Archival: Suitable for creating a master copy, although converting from lossy AAC won't restore lost quality.
- Platform Standard: WAV is a standard audio format on Windows.
How to Convert AAC to WAV
- Upload your AAC file.
- WAV will be automatically selected as the output format.
- Solve the captcha.
- Click "Convert AAC to WAV".
- Download your uncompressed WAV file.
Keep in mind that converting from lossy AAC to uncompressed WAV will result in a significantly larger file size. The audio quality will be identical to the source AAC file; no quality is gained in this process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will converting AAC to WAV improve the sound quality?
No. Converting a lossy file (AAC) to an uncompressed format (WAV) cannot add back the audio data that was removed during the original AAC encoding. The WAV file will accurately represent the sound of the AAC file, but it won't sound better. The main benefit is compatibility and preventing further lossy compression.
Why is the WAV file much larger than the AAC file?
WAV files are typically uncompressed, meaning they store the full audio data without the size-reducing techniques used by lossy formats like AAC. This results in significantly larger file sizes but ensures maximum compatibility with professional audio software and preserves the exact data from the source (in this case, the decoded AAC).