MKV to WAV Converter
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Use this MKV to WAV converter to turn MKV files into WAV right in your browser — ideal for recording and editing, studio-quality audio and source masters. MKV uses lossy compression and WAV uses no compression, so file size and quality can change.
When should you convert MKV to WAV?
- To extract the audio from your video as WAV
- To get WAV's built-in advantage: uncompressed quality
- To move past MKV's common limitation: not supported on all devices
- To open your files in apps that prefer WAV
About MKV and WAV files
MKV video
Strengths
- holds many tracks
- flexible container
- high quality
Limitations
- not supported on all devices
WAV audio
Strengths
- uncompressed quality
- ideal for editing
- no artifacts
Limitations
- very large files
- not for sharing online
MKV vs WAV
| Format | MKV | WAV |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | None |
| Transparency | — | — |
| Best for | high-quality video and multiple audio and subtitle tracks | recording and editing and studio-quality audio |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this MKV to WAV converter free?
- Yes. You can convert MKV 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 MKV?
- WAV is known for being uncompressed quality — that's what you gain by converting instead of keeping the MKV 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 MKV files at once?
- Yes. Drop several files to convert them in a batch and download the results as a single ZIP.