What happens when you convert MOV to WAV
| Result | Only the soundtrack, encoded as WAV (lossless) |
|---|---|
| File size | About 10.6 MB per minute of audio |
| Speed | Fast: the video track is skipped, so only audio is processed |
| 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.
MOV QuickTime Movie
MOV is Apple's QuickTime container and the format iPhones and many cameras record to. It often holds HEVC or ProRes video, which keeps quality high but files large.
MOV 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 MOV to WAV Converter
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Choose a MOV 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 MOV to WAV?
MOV files come from iPhones, QuickTime screen recordings on a Mac, and many cameras. Windows players, Android and many websites handle MOV inconsistently. Choose WAV to edit the audio or upload it to a service that requires uncompressed audio.
Audio extraction options
Only the audio track of the MOV is processed, so this is much faster than a video conversion. Choose the bitrate or quality, optionally trim to a start and end time, and download the WAV.
Frequently asked questions
Will the WAV lose quality?
WAV is lossless, so the conversion keeps every pixel or sample that is in your MOV file. It cannot bring back detail that MOV compression already removed, and the WAV file will usually be larger.
How big will the WAV file be?
About 10.6 MB per minute of audio, because WAV is lossless, so a 10-minute MOV gives roughly 106 MB. The size of the video track does not matter, because only the sound is kept.
Questions about privacy, file-size limits or conversion speed are answered in the general FAQ.