WAV to AAC for Podcasts
Convert WAV to AAC for podcast distribution. AAC is widely supported by podcast directories and RSS feeds. Most hosts accept it without issue.
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WAV (.wav) · Max 20 MB
Podcast hosting platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts all support AAC. It's the safe choice for distribution.
For spoken word, 128kbps mono is plenty. Music-heavy podcasts benefit from 192kbps stereo. AudioUtils lets you choose the right balance of size and quality.
Record in the highest quality your setup allows. Convert to your distribution format once, at the end. Every extra conversion degrades lossy audio slightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AAC better than MP3 for compressing WAV?
Yes. AAC produces better audio quality than MP3 at the same bitrate. At 128kbps, AAC sounds roughly equivalent to 192kbps MP3. It's the more modern, efficient codec.
What bitrate should I use for AAC?
128kbps for good quality at small file sizes, 192kbps for high quality, 256kbps for near-transparent quality. AAC is efficient enough that even 128kbps sounds great.
What's the difference between AAC and M4A?
AAC is the codec (compression method). M4A is a container file that typically holds AAC audio. The audio quality is identical — the difference is just the file wrapper.
About WAV
Uncompressed audio format. Perfect quality with no data loss. Standard for music production and professional audio work.
About AAC
Advanced Audio Coding. Successor to MP3 with improved compression. Widely used in streaming services.