Online WAV to MP3
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Make a lighter copy of a WAV recording for listening and sharing. Choose your MP3 quality, convert and save it to your device.
A smaller file, ready to share
Conversion controls
Advanced settings
Keep the recording. Share the MP3.
WAV is useful when recording and editing, while MP3 makes a more compact listening copy. Keep your original WAV and export an MP3 for everyday use.
Choose a bitrate for your audio
Start with 192 kbps for general listening, or choose 256 or 320 kbps when file size matters less. MP3 compression removes some audio information.
WAV to MP3 questions
Will the MP3 be smaller than the WAV?
Usually. MP3 compresses the audio, so the result is often much smaller than an uncompressed WAV. Its final size depends on the bitrate and recording length.
Which MP3 bitrate should I choose?
192 kbps is a useful starting point. Higher bitrates keep more detail at a larger file size, while 128 kbps can suit spoken recordings.
How do I create my MP3 file?
Choose your MP3 quality, convert the recording and download the finished file.
Can I convert a long WAV recording?
There is no fixed duration limit. Large recordings take longer to process.