Convert WMA to MP2

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WMA vs MP2 Format Comparison

Aspect WMA (Source Format) MP2 (Target Format)
Format Overview
WMA
Windows Media Audio

Proprietary format by Microsoft, available in both lossy and lossless variants.

Lossy Proprietary
MP2
MPEG-1 Layer II

Legacy lossy format widely used in broadcasting and professional environments.

Lossy Standard
Technical Specifications
Sample Rates: 8–48 kHz
Bit Rates: 64–320 kbps
Compression: Lossy (WMA codec)
Channels: mono, stereo
Sample Rates: 16–48 kHz
Bit Rates: 32–384 kbps
Compression: Lossy (MPEG Layer II)
Channels: mono, stereo
Advantages
  • Integrated support on Windows
  • Supports both lossy and lossless
  • Good mid-bitrate quality
  • Excellent stability for broadcast use
  • Low decoding complexity
  • Widely supported in professional audio systems
Disadvantages
  • Proprietary licensing
  • Poor support outside Windows
  • Less efficient than modern codecs
  • Outdated format with limited consumer support
  • Higher bitrates needed than MP3 for similar quality
  • No support for advanced coding features
File Size
Typical Size: Medium
~3–5MB per minute (192–256 kbps)
Typical Size: Large
~4–6MB per minute (256–320 kbps)
Compatibility
Good: Windows Media Player
Limited: Some non-Windows players
Excellent: Broadcast & pro tools
Limited: Consumer devices
Quality vs Size
Quality: Very Good
Efficiency: Good
Quality: Good
Efficiency: Poor
Common Uses
  • Windows Media streaming
  • Corporate audio
  • Legacy Windows devices
  • Digital radio & TV broadcasting
  • Professional audio archiving
  • Real-time audio feeds

Why Convert WMA to MP2?

MP2 remains a broadcast standard with low complexity decoding and stable quality at higher bitrates. Converting WMA to MP2 ensures compatibility with professional broadcasting equipment and archival systems. Use MP2 when reliability and interoperability in radio/TV workflows are paramount.