M4A to WAV converter

Convert an M4A, such as an iPhone Voice Memo, into a WAV your editing software can open.

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  • Free, with no signup
  • Files deleted after 1 hour
  • No pop-ups or installs

How it works

  1. 1

    Add your file

    Drop your M4A file onto the box above, or click it to choose one from your device.

  2. 2

    Choose your settings

    The defaults suit most uses. Open Audio settings to change the sample rate, bit depth or channels, or to convert only part of the file.

  3. 3

    Download the WAV

    Your file is ready in a moment. Save it before the link expires. Converted files are deleted 1 hour after they are made.

Converting M4A to WAV

M4A is a compressed audio format used for iPhone Voice Memos and many downloads. Some editing tools and hardware want WAV instead, which this converter produces.

WAV is uncompressed, so editors and samplers read it straight away and every export starts from the same data. The cost is size: expect about 10 MB per minute at 44.1 kHz, 16-bit, stereo.

What WAV can't doConverting a compressed M4A file to WAV can't bring back detail that compression already removed. You get a file that edits cleanly, not one that sounds better.

The same 4-minute song, by format

WAV at 44.1 kHz, 16-bit, stereo. FLAC varies with the music. Compare WAV and MP3

What you get

  • Choose the specs

    Pick the sample rate, bit depth and channels you need so the WAV matches your project.

  • Trim before you convert

    Convert only the part you need and keep the file small.

  • No signup

    Free conversions allow 3 files a day, up to 100 MB each.

  • Deleted automatically

    Converted files are deleted 1 hour after they are made.

Questions people ask

Can I convert iPhone Voice Memos?
Yes. Share the memo to Files or save it to your device first, then add it here. Voice Memos are saved as M4A.
Will the WAV sound better than the M4A?
No. It keeps what the M4A contains. You get a format that's easier to edit.
Is the converter free?
Yes, within limits: 3 files a day, up to 100 MB each, with ads. You don't need an account.
Are my files private?
Converted files are deleted 1 hour after they are made. Nobody else can open your download link. Read the privacy page for how we handle files and logs.
Is it legal?
Only convert files you own or have permission to use. You are responsible for the files you add. Our guide on the legal side explains more.
Why did my M4A conversion fail?
The most common causes are files over 100 MB, damaged files and files that aren't really M4A. Check the file opens on your device and try again.