Convert AIFF to WAV
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AIFF vs WAV Format Comparison
Aspect | AIFF (Source Format) | WAV (Target Format) |
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Format Overview |
AIFF
Audio Interchange File Format
AIFF is an uncompressed, lossless audio file format developed by Apple in 1988. It stores PCM data and is widely used in professional audio environments. Lossless Uncompressed |
WAV
Waveform Audio File Format
WAV is an uncompressed audio container format developed by Microsoft and IBM. It stores raw PCM data and is widely used for high-quality recording and editing. Lossless Uncompressed |
Technical Specifications |
Sample Rates: 8kHz - 192kHz
Bit Depths: 8, 16, 24, 32-bit Encoding: Linear PCM Max Channels: Up to 8 channels Extensions: .aiff, .aif, .aifc |
Sample Rates: 8kHz - 192kHz
Bit Depths: 8, 16, 24, 32, 64-bit Encoding: Linear PCM Max Channels: Up to 8 channels Extensions: .wav |
Advantages |
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Disadvantages |
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Compatibility |
Excellent: Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Adobe Audition, Most DAWs
Good: QuickTime Player, VLC, iTunes Limited: Web browsers by default |
Excellent: Audacity, Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, Most DAWs
Good: Windows Media Player, VLC, QuickTime Player Limited: Web browsers (requires conversion) |
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Why Convert AIFF to WAV?
Converting AIFF to WAV retains uncompressed, high-fidelity audio while ensuring maximum compatibility across Windows platforms and professional audio tools, simplifying editing and playback.