About the FLAC to WAV Converter
FLAC is lossless compression, so converting FLAC to WAV restores exactly the original PCM audio. Nothing is lost; the file simply becomes larger, usually by 40–60%.
Choose 24-bit output for hi-res FLAC files to keep every bit. SoundBench keeps the original sample rate unless you change it.
How to use the FLAC to WAV Converter
- Drop your FLAC files onto the converter. WAV is already selected.
- Choose 16-bit for CD-quality FLAC or 24-bit for hi-res FLAC.
- Click Convert to download the WAV files.
Frequently asked questions
Is FLAC to WAV lossless?
Yes, as long as the WAV bit depth is at least the FLAC bit depth. A 16-bit FLAC to 16-bit WAV, or 24-bit to 24-bit, is an exact copy of the audio.
Why is the WAV file so much bigger?
FLAC compresses audio like a ZIP file does, typically to 50–70% of its original size. WAV stores it uncompressed.