Convert WAV to OGG
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Max file size 100mb.
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WAV vs OGG Format Comparison
Aspect | WAV (Source Format) | OGG (Target Format) |
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Format Overview |
WAV
Waveform Audio File Format
WAV is an uncompressed audio format that provides the highest quality audio with no data loss. Lossless Standard |
OGG
Ogg Vorbis
OGG is a free, open-source lossy audio format designed for efficient streaming and compression. Lossy Open Source |
Technical Specifications |
Sample Rates: 8–192 kHz
Bit Depth: 8, 16, 24, 32-bit Compression: Uncompressed (PCM) Channels: mono, stereo, multichannel |
Sample Rates: 16–48 kHz
Bit Rates: 16–500 kbps Compression: Lossy (Vorbis codec) Channels: mono, stereo, surround |
Advantages |
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Disadvantages |
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File Size |
Typical Size: Very Large
~10MB per minute (44.1kHz/16-bit) |
Typical Size: Medium
~2–3MB per minute (160–192kbps) |
Compatibility |
Excellent: All audio software and hardware
Good: Professional audio equipment Limited: None - universal support |
Good: Most modern media players and browsers
Limited: Some older devices may not support OGG |
Quality vs Size |
Quality: Perfect
Efficiency: Poor |
Quality: Very Good
Efficiency: Excellent |
Common Uses |
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Why Convert WAV to OGG?
OGG offers better compression than MP3 for a given audio quality and is royalty‑free, making it ideal for open-source projects and web streaming. Converting WAV to OGG reduces file sizes by up to 80% while preserving excellent audio fidelity. This format is supported by most modern browsers and media players, making it great for podcasts, online radio, and embedding in web pages. Use OGG when you want efficient, high‑quality streaming without licensing concerns.