Convert AAC to WAV Online Free
Convert AAC audio to WAV format. Server-side processing with FFmpeg ensures high-quality audio conversion with optimal encoding settings.
ChangeThisFile converts your AAC audio to uncompressed WAV format using FFmpeg on our secure servers. WAV preserves full audio fidelity and is ideal for editing, mastering, or professional workflows. Encrypted transfer with automatic file deletion after processing, completely free with no signup.
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AAC vs WAV: Format Comparison
Key differences between the two formats
| Feature | AAC | WAV |
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| Codec | Advanced Audio Coding | PCM (uncompressed) |
| Compression | Lossy | None (uncompressed) |
| Quality | Superior to MP3 at same bitrate | Lossless / perfect |
| Typical bitrate | 64-320 kbps | 1,411 kbps (CD quality) |
| Max sample rate | Up to 96 kHz | Up to 192 kHz |
| Channels | Up to 48 | Up to 8 |
| Metadata | Limited in raw AAC | RIFF INFO chunks |
| Compatibility | Most modern devices | Universal |
When to Convert
Common scenarios where this conversion is useful
Audio editing preparation
Convert AAC to WAV before editing in a DAW to avoid additional quality loss from re-encoding.
Format standardization
Standardize your audio library to WAV format for consistent processing in professional workflows.
Archival purposes
Store audio in WAV format for long-term archival, even if the source was lossy.
Professional audio production
WAV is the standard uncompressed format for DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and Ableton Live.
How to Convert AAC to WAV
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Upload your AAC file
Drag and drop your .aac file onto the converter, or click to browse. Files up to 50 MB are supported for free.
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Server-side conversion
Your file is securely uploaded and converted on our servers using FFmpeg, the industry-standard multimedia framework. This typically takes a few seconds.
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Download the result
Once conversion is complete, click Download to save your .wav file. The uploaded file is automatically deleted from our servers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, completely free. Convert AAC to WAV with no cost, no signup, and no watermarks.
No. Files are automatically deleted immediately after conversion. Nothing is stored or retained.
Yes. Files are transferred over encrypted HTTPS connections. Your data is protected in transit.
The conversion uses FFmpeg, the industry-standard multimedia framework on our servers, ensuring reliable and high-quality output.
No. Converting from a lossy format (AAC) to a lossless format (WAV) preserves the existing quality but cannot restore data lost during the original lossy encoding.
Common metadata like title, artist, and album are transferred when supported by both AAC and WAV formats.
The converter uses high-quality default settings appropriate for WAV. The exact bitrate depends on the format's optimal encoding parameters.
The original sample rate is preserved in the output file whenever the target format supports it.
WAV supports Up to 8. Channel layout is preserved when supported by both formats.
File size depends on duration, bitrate, and compression. WAV files with None (uncompressed) are larger than uncompressed audio.
Currently, files are converted one at a time. Upload your next file after downloading the result.
Files up to 50 MB are supported for free conversion.
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