Convert MP4 to WAV Online — Lossless Audio Extraction
Lossless audio extraction for maximum quality.
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- 1 · Drop your videos
Drag & drop or choose MP4 files. No account required on Free-paid plans unlock bigger batches, higher limits, and priority queues.
- 2 · We extract securely
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MP4 (MPEG-4 Part 14) is the most widely used video container format, standardized in 2001 and based on Apple's QuickTime format. It can contain video codecs like H.264/AVC and H.265/HEVC, audio codecs like AAC and MP3, subtitles, and chapter information. MP4's efficient compression and universal support make it the default format for streaming, social media, and portable devices. The format supports resolutions from SD to 8K and beyond.
Learn more: MP4 on Wikipedia
MP4 files typically contain AAC audio at 128-256 kbps, though they can also embed MP3 or even lossless audio tracks. The container separates video and audio streams, making it easy to extract audio without processing video. iPhone, Android, Windows, macOS, and all major browsers natively support MP4 playback. The .m4v extension is Apple's variant that may include DRM or chapter markers.
WAV (Waveform Audio File Format) is an uncompressed audio format developed by Microsoft and IBM in 1991. It stores raw PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) audio data, preserving every sample from the original recording without any quality loss. WAV supports 16/24/32-bit depth, sample rates from 8 kHz to 192 kHz (commonly 44.1/48 kHz), and up to 65,535 channels. It's the standard working format for audio professionals in recording studios, broadcast facilities, and sound design workflows worldwide.
Learn more: WAV on Wikipedia
The main tradeoff is file size: a 3-minute stereo track at CD quality (44.1kHz, 16-bit) is approximately 30 MB. While this makes WAV impractical for streaming or portable devices, it remains essential for editing, archiving, and any workflow where audio quality is paramount. Converting to MP3 reduces file size by 90% or more while maintaining perceptually transparent quality for most listeners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose WAV over MP3 for audio extraction?
How much larger are WAV files compared to MP3?
What bit depth and sample rate does the output use?
Will I lose audio quality converting MP4 to WAV?
How long does MP4 to WAV conversion take?
What video formats are supported?
When should I use WAV vs MP3 extraction?
How long can my videos be?
What are the limits for this converter?
| Tier | Max File Size | Max Files/Batch | Parallel Processing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | 50 MB | 50 files | 3 at once |
| Pro | 500 MB | 200 files | 6 at once |
| Business | 2048 MB | 1000 files | 10 at once |
Note: File size limits are specific to this converter. Batch and parallel processing limits apply to all images converters site-wide. See all converter limits →
How are credits calculated for this conversion?
Cost: 1 credit per 5 minutes
How it works:
- Files up to 5 minutes: 1 credit (minimum)
- 6-10 minutes: 2 credits
- 11-15 minutes: 3 credits
- 16-20 minutes: 4 credits
Example: A 10-minute file = 1 credit. A 180-minute (3h) audiobook = 36 credits.
Why per-minute? Audio conversion time scales with content duration, not file size. Longer audio requires proportionally more processing.
What are my daily and monthly credit limits?
Credit allocations vary by account tier:
| Tier | Daily Limit | Monthly Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Free | 50 credits/day | — |
| Pro | — | 10,000 credits/month |
| Business | — | 30,000 credits/month |
Daily credits (Free tier, including guests) reset every day at midnight UTC. Monthly credits (Pro & Business) reset on your billing cycle date.
Note: With 1 credit per 5 minutes, video files under 5 MB cost 1 credit each. Pro users can convert 10,000 video files per month.
Answers at a Glance
Quick answers to common questions.
- Are my files secure?
- How long do you keep my files?
- What metadata do you keep?
- What happens after I drop a file?
- Why are conversions so fast?
- How do you measure performance?
- What are the exact limits for each plan?
- Can I process files in bulk?
- Why did my file fail to convert?
- Do you use my files to train AI?
Choose Your Plan
Limits shown for MP4 to WAV conversion. One subscription unlocks the entire Tools.FAST Network. Plans cover Convert.FAST, Compress.FAST, PDF.FAST (soon), and all future tools.
Free
For occasional personal use
- 50 MB per file
- 50 files per batch
- 3 parallel conversions
- 50 credits/day
- Standard priority
- Email support
No sign-up required. Create an account for your own credit pool.
Pro
For independent work
- 500 MB per file
- 200 files per batch
- 6 parallel conversions
- 10,000 credits/month across Tools.FAST
- High priority
- Email & chat support
- One subscription for the entire Tools.FAST network
Business
For production scale
- 2 GB per file
- 1000 files per batch
- 10 parallel conversions
- 30,000 credits/month across Tools.FAST
- Add seats to invite team members
- Highest priority
- Priority email & chat support
- One subscription for the entire Tools.FAST network
How Credits Work
- Usually 1 credit per conversion. Exact cost shown before you start.
- Credits refresh monthly on your billing cycle.
- Unused credits roll over, capped at your plan's monthly amount.
- One subscription, all sites. Works across Convert.FAST, Compress.FAST, and future tools.
What's New in MP4 to WAV
Latest improvements to this converter
Initial release of MP4 to WAV converter for high-quality audio extraction.