Audio
The complete audio file hub. Convert between MP3, WAV, FLAC, AAC, OGG, M4A, AIFF, and more. Fix common audio errors, learn about audio codecs, and choose the right format for streaming, recording, or archiving.
Audio Tools
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Common Audio Problems
Diagnose the issue, then fix it with the right tool.
OGG File Not Recognized or Playing on Windows
OGG audio files show as unknown file type or fail to play in Windows Media Player on Windows 10 or 11.
WAV File Has No Sound or Audio is Silent
A WAV audio file plays silently — no audio is heard even though the file size and duration appear normal.
FLAC File Not Playing on iPhone or Android
FLAC audio files do not play on iPhone or Android — the default music apps show an error or do not recognise the format.
MP3 File Has Static, Crackling, or Distorted Audio
An MP3 file plays with unwanted noise — static, crackling, buzzing, or distorted audio that was not in the original recording.
Deep-Dive Guides
Understand the why behind every fix.
Audio How-To Guides
Step-by-step walkthroughs for common audio tasks.
How to Extract Audio From a Video File
Extract the audio track from any MP4, MKV, MOV, or AVI video file as a standalone MP3, WAV, or AAC file.
How to Fix Audio That Is Out of Sync in a Video
Fix lip-sync problems and audio delay in video files where the audio plays ahead of or behind the video.
How to Reduce Audio File Size Without Losing Quality
Shrink large audio files for email, podcast hosting, or mobile storage while preserving maximum sound quality.
How to Convert MP3 to WAV (Free, No Quality Loss Method)
Convert MP3 audio files to uncompressed WAV format for use in video editing, DAWs, or professional audio workflows.
How to Convert WAV to MP3 (Free Methods for All Platforms)
Convert uncompressed WAV files to smaller MP3 format for sharing, streaming, or device compatibility.
How to Convert FLAC to MP3 (Lossless to Lossy)
Convert FLAC music files to MP3 for broader device compatibility. Includes batch conversion for entire music libraries.
Audio Comparisons
Side-by-side breakdowns to help you choose the right format or tool.
AAC vs MP3 — Which Is Better Quality?
AAC is technically superior to MP3 at the same bitrate. But MP3 has wider compatibility. Here is which to choose.
WAV vs MP3 — Uncompressed vs Compressed Audio Explained
WAV is the professional studio standard; MP3 is the universal distribution format. Here is exactly when to use each.
FLAC vs MP3 — Which Audio Format Should You Use?
FLAC is lossless; MP3 throws away audio data to save space. Here is when each format makes sense for music, archiving, and streaming.
Audio File Formats
Detailed reference pages for every audio format.
AAC (.aac)
Advanced Audio Coding — the successor to MP3, delivering better sound quality at equivalent bitrates. Default audio format for Apple, YouTube, and most streaming services.
AIFF (.aiff)
Apple's uncompressed audio format equivalent to WAV. Standard format for professional audio on macOS and used natively in GarageBand and Logic Pro.
FLAC (.flac)
Free Lossless Audio Codec — open-source format that compresses audio without any quality loss. The audiophile standard for digital music collections.
M4A (.m4a)
MPEG-4 audio container storing AAC-encoded audio. Used by Apple for iTunes downloads, Apple Music, and audio-only podcast exports.
MP3 (.mp3)
The universal audio format — the most widely used standard for music, podcasts, and audio distribution.
OGG (.ogg)
Open-source audio container using Vorbis encoding. Royalty-free alternative to MP3 and AAC, widely used in games, Linux systems, and open-source software.
WAV (.wav)
Uncompressed lossless audio format developed by Microsoft and IBM. The professional standard for recording, editing, and archiving audio.