What happens when you convert AIFF to WAV
| Compression | Lossless → Lossless |
|---|---|
| Size per minute | AIFF ≈ 10.6 MB → WAV ≈ 10.6 MB |
| Quality | Bit-identical audio: both formats are lossless |
| Tags | Title, artist and album tags are copied when the target format supports them |
| Opens in | every computer and audio editor; too large for most messaging apps |
Sizes are typical values; your files will vary with content and settings.
AIFF Audio Interchange File Format
AIFF is Apple's uncompressed audio format, the Mac equivalent of WAV, used in Logic Pro and GarageBand.
AIFF converterWAV Waveform Audio File
WAV stores uncompressed PCM audio. It is the working format for audio editing and the format many DAWs, transcription services and phone systems require.
WAV converterHow to use the AIFF to WAV Converter
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Choose a AIFF file or drop it onto the page.
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Review the audio options. The defaults suit most files.
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Click Convert and download your WAV when processing finishes.
Why convert AIFF to WAV?
AIFF files come from Logic Pro, GarageBand, sample packs and audio exported on a Mac. Files are large and Windows apps prefer WAV. Choose WAV to edit the audio or upload it to a service that requires uncompressed audio.
Frequently asked questions
Will the WAV lose quality?
No. Both formats are lossless, so every pixel or sample in your AIFF is kept exactly.
Will the WAV be smaller than the AIFF?
About the same: a minute of audio takes about 10.6 MB as AIFF and about 10.6 MB as WAV. WAV is lossless, so its size depends on the audio rather than a bitrate setting.
Questions about privacy, file-size limits or conversion speed are answered in the general FAQ.