Free WAV to Opus Converter
A WAV to Opus converter that actually works. No bundled malware. No shady installs. Open your browser and convert.
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WAV (.wav) · Max 20 MB
Desktop converters require downloads. Online converters upload your files to unknown servers. AudioUtils does neither. It runs WebAssembly in your browser tab.
The conversion is fast. A typical 5-minute audio file converts in under 3 seconds. No progress bars that stall at 99%.
WAV is lossless. Converting to Opus reduces file size at the cost of some audio data. Use a high bitrate to minimize loss. Works on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. Any device, any OS.
Frequently Asked Questions
How small can Opus compress a WAV file?
Extremely small. A 50MB WAV file compresses to about 2-3MB as Opus at 128kbps with excellent quality. At 64kbps (great for speech), it's even smaller.
Is Opus better than MP3 for web audio?
Yes. All modern browsers support Opus, and it delivers better quality at lower bitrates than MP3. For new web projects, Opus is the recommended choice.
Can I use Opus files in video projects?
Yes. Opus is commonly used as the audio codec in WebM video containers and is supported in MKV as well. Most modern video tools accept it.
About WAV
Uncompressed audio format. Perfect quality with no data loss. Standard for music production and professional audio work.
About Opus
Modern open-source codec. Best quality-per-bit of any lossy format. Used by Discord, WebRTC, and modern browsers.