Comparing MP3 Vs WAV

WAV (waveform audio file format) is a digital audio file format, originally developed by IBM and Philips, for saving an analog audio data into a file. It's the standard format used on Microsoft Windows operating systems for compressed audio. The typical wav audio file is the simple bitstream format. Though the format can be compressed to lower quality files, it's a lossless format and so it's used widely.

There are many advantages to compressing wav files, the foremost being the sound quality. Compressed sound files usually contain much more data per sample (the number of pixels per sample), which means that there is greater probability for the audio to have stereo frequency distortion, as well as high frequency noise. WAV files don't have this problem because they compress the data into a series of smaller compressions. One compression algorithm, the Fast Pairing Technique (GPS), makes this possible. Another technique, called the WAV extension, was developed bysson to allow music authors to add text to the compressed file. It was originally designed for the Linux operating system but is also found on most WINE, BSD, and HTML platforms.

There are a number of lossless audio formats on the market today, such as the Lossless MP3 format, the Portable MP3 format, and the WAV format. Lossy audio formats compress information, making them more compatible with computer programs that require the use of WAV files. Compression technology suffers from the same drawbacks as PCM, but the quality loss is notably reduced with these formats.

The QuickTime Player is a freeware audio format that compresses the wav file to a Zip-file. The only known disadvantage to this format is that it's not compatible with many video conversion software, such as camcorder recording. Although, many computer users prefer to compress the audio with this format, as it's easy to use. This makes the QuickTime Player a great choice for people who want to transfer their favorite recordings directly to DVD or CD.

Compressed file software, including libopus and Zipeg, and the open source WPD format (which can be freely downloaded) offer uncompressed WAV files. These compressed files may be played on any computer with the right software. However, if you're looking for music conversion software, which can perform better audio conversions, then you should opt for WAV vs. MP3, which has been found to have the highest conversions rate.

To summarize, WAV files compress the file in order to lower its size. MP3 format offers better audio quality. Compressed file formats are available on the market for both music and audio. Choose the one which gives you better conversions.