How to convert WV to MP3
- Add your .WV file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
- Convert it to .MP3 in a few seconds.
- Download your new .MP3 file.
What to expect
- WV is lossless and MP3 is lossy - the discarded audio data cannot be recovered; keep your original
.wvfiles. - Bitrate affects quality: 320 kbit/s is recommended for music from a lossless source; 128 kbit/s can sound noticeably worse on complex audio.
- If your
.wvcame with a matching.wvccorrection file, keep both in the same folder before converting to use the full lossless signal.
Frequently asked questions
Does converting WV to MP3 reduce quality?
Yes - WavPack is lossless and MP3 is lossy, so some audio data is permanently removed. At 320 kbit/s the difference is very small; at 128 kbit/s it can be audible on music with complex treble.
What if I want a lossless but more compatible format?
Convert to FLAC instead - it is lossless with much wider hardware support. Run
ffmpeg -i song.wv song.flac to do this in one step.Do I need the `.wvc` file to convert?
No, a standalone
.wv converts fine. If a .wvc is present, put both in the same folder so the encoder uses the complete lossless signal.Can I batch-convert a whole folder of WV files?
Yes - select all files in foobar2000's playlist and use Convert to process them at once, or use FFmpeg's batch loop on the command line.
