Convert WAV to OPUS
Convert WAV files to OPUS locally, completely free and with maximum privacy.
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How to convert WAV to OPUS
- Drop your .wav files above, or click Upload Files. You can add many files at once.
- OPUS is already selected as the output. Open the settings (gear icon) to fine-tune the result.
- Click Convert All. FFmpeg runs inside your browser through WebAssembly; nothing is uploaded.
- Download your .opus files as soon as each one finishes.
What to know about WAV to OPUS conversion
- OPUS is lossy, so files become much smaller than the WAV source. 192 kbps or higher is transparent for most listeners.
- Opus always runs at 48 kHz, so the sample rate is converted automatically.
- You can choose the bitrate, sample rate and channels (mono, stereo or a 3D spatial effect).
WAV vs OPUS
| Feature | WAV (Waveform Audio File Format) | OPUS (Opus Audio Codec) |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | uncompressed | lossy |
| Best for | recording and editing audio at full quality | voice, podcasts and streaming at very low bitrates |
| Opens in | every audio editor, DAW and media player | browsers, VLC, Android and WhatsApp-style messaging apps |
WAV (Waveform Audio File Format): An uncompressed, high-fidelity lossless audio format developed by Microsoft and IBM, standard for professional recording.
OPUS (Opus Audio Codec): A highly versatile, open-source lossy audio format developed by the Xiph.Org Foundation, optimized for speech and high-fidelity streaming.
Conversion options
- Bitrate from 96 to 320 kbps
- Mono, stereo or 3D spatial audio
- Playback speed (0.5× to 2×)
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to convert WAV to OPUS here?
Yes. Your files are processed entirely on your own device by WebAssembly code running in the browser. They are never uploaded, so nobody else can see them, and the converter keeps working even if your connection drops after the page loads.
Is there a file size limit?
There is no server-side limit. The only limit is the memory available to your browser, typically 1.5–4 GB on desktop computers.
Can I convert several WAV files at once?
Yes. Add as many files as you like; they are converted in parallel according to your device's CPU cores, and you can apply the same settings to all of them.
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