WMA FORMAT
WMA Converters
Convert legacy Windows Media Audio files to modern, universally compatible formats.
About WMA
WMA (Windows Media Audio) is Microsoft's proprietary audio codec family, introduced in 1999 as part of the Windows Media framework. WMA Standard uses lossy compression comparable to MP3, while WMA Pro adds surround sound and higher bit depths, and WMA Lossless preserves perfect audio quality. WMA files were the default format for Windows Media Player and early Microsoft portable devices.
Learn more: WMA on Wikipedia
While WMA offered competitive quality in its era, the format has largely been superseded by more universal standards. Converting WMA to MP3 ensures compatibility with all modern devices and platforms. Note that DRM-protected WMA files purchased from legacy stores cannot be converted—the encryption prevents any third-party processing.
Quick Facts
- Extension
- .wma
- Developed By
- Microsoft
- Year Introduced
- 1999
- Compression
- Lossy / Lossless
- Typical Bitrates
- 64-320 kbps
- Sample Rates
- 8-96 kHz
- Channels
- Mono to 7.1 (Pro)
- DRM Support
- Yes (legacy)
Convert from WMA (2 tools)
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