M4A to WAV Converter
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Use this M4A to WAV converter to turn M4A files into WAV right in your browser — ideal for recording and editing, studio-quality audio and source masters. M4A uses lossy compression and WAV uses no compression, so file size and quality can change.
When should you convert M4A to WAV?
- To get WAV's built-in advantage: uncompressed quality
- To move past M4A's common limitation: lossy
- To open your files in apps that prefer WAV
- To share WAV files more easily
About M4A and WAV files
M4A audio
Strengths
- good quality at small size
- default on Apple devices
Limitations
- lossy
- needs converting for some players
WAV audio
Strengths
- uncompressed quality
- ideal for editing
- no artifacts
Limitations
- very large files
- not for sharing online
M4A vs WAV
| Format | M4A | WAV |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | None |
| Transparency | — | — |
| Best for | Apple music and voice memos and podcasts | recording and editing and studio-quality audio |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this M4A to WAV converter free?
- Yes. You can convert M4A to WAV online for free, with no account and no watermark.
- Do I need to install software or sign up?
- No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser — no installs and no account required.
- Why convert to WAV instead of staying with M4A?
- WAV is known for being uncompressed quality — that's what you gain by converting instead of keeping the M4A file.
- Are my files safe?
- Yes. Files are processed only to complete the conversion and are auto-deleted after 2 hours. We never share them.
- Can I convert multiple M4A files at once?
- Yes. Drop several files to convert them in a batch and download the results as a single ZIP.