Convert MP2 to WMA

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MP2 vs WMA Format Comparison

Aspect MP2 (Source Format) WMA (Target Format)
Format Overview
MP2
MPEG-1 Audio Layer II

MP2 is a legacy lossy audio compression format standardized in 1993 for broadcasting, offering low encoding complexity and robustness against bit errors.

Lossy Legacy
WMA
Windows Media Audio

WMA is a proprietary lossy audio codec developed by Microsoft, optimized for Windows devices and supporting DRM and efficient compression at lower bitrates.

Lossy Compressed
Technical Specifications
Sample Rates: 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz
Bit Rate Mode: CBR only
Bit Rates: 32–384 kbps
Channels: mono, stereo
Extensions: .mp2, .m2a
Sample Rates: 8kHz – 48kHz
Bit Rate Modes: CBR, VBR
Bit Rates: 64–384 kbps
Channels: mono, stereo, multichannel (≤8)
Extensions: .wma
Advantages
  • Low computational requirements
  • Robust error resilience suitable for broadcasting
  • Small file sizes
  • Good audio quality at low bitrates
  • Supports DRM and streaming
  • Optimized for Windows ecosystem
Disadvantages
  • Outdated format with limited modern support
  • No VBR, fixed bitrate only
  • Poor hardware compatibility on non-broadcast devices
  • Proprietary format with licensing constraints
  • Less efficient than newer open codecs at similar bitrates
  • Limited support beyond Windows platforms
Compatibility
Excellent: Digital broadcast (DAB, MPEG-TS), professional gear

Limited: VLC, Foobar2000

Poor: Mobile devices without MP2 support
Excellent: Windows Media Player, Groove Music, Xbox

Good: VLC, Foobar2000

Limited: Non-Windows portable devices
Common Uses
  • Broadcast radio and TV (DAB/DVB)
  • Professional audio transmission
  • Archival of broadcast content
  • Windows-based streaming and playback
  • DRM-protected audio distribution
  • Podcast and music libraries on Windows

Why Convert MP2 to WMA?

Converting MP2 to WMA bridges legacy broadcast formats with the Windows ecosystem, adding DRM support and optimized streaming capabilities while retaining good audio quality at low bitrates.