CAF to WAV Converter
Convert CAF (Core Audio Format) audio files to WAV format for Windows compatibility and professional audio editing. Transform Apple's professional audio container to the standard uncompressed format for Windows. Professional-quality audio conversion powered by FFmpeg, all processing happens securely in your browser.
Recommended Settings
For Professional Use
- •24-bit / 48 kHz for production
- •Maximum quality for editing
- •Standard for video audio
For General Use
- •16-bit / 48 kHz recommended
- •CD quality, smaller files
- •Excellent Windows compatibility
Pro Tips
- •WAV files are uncompressed - expect large file sizes
- •16-bit/48kHz matches typical CAF source quality
- •24-bit recommended for further audio processing
Most Popular
Most users choose 16-bit / 48 kHz for excellent quality and reasonable file sizes
When to Use This Tool
WAV is the native audio format for Windows, ensuring maximum compatibility across all Windows applications.
Recommended: 16-bit / 48 kHz
Convert CAF files from Logic Pro or GarageBand to WAV for cross-platform professional audio editing.
Recommended: 24-bit / 48 kHz
Convert iOS audio messages and recordings from CAF to universally compatible WAV format.
Recommended: 16-bit / 48 kHz
How It Works
Upload your CAF audio file
Select bit depth and sample rate
FFmpeg processes uncompressed WAV conversion
Download your converted WAV file
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CAF format?
CAF (Core Audio Format) is Apple's professional audio container format used in Logic Pro, GarageBand, Final Cut Pro, and iOS audio messages. It's a flexible container that supports high sample rates and multi-channel audio.
What is WAV format?
WAV (Waveform Audio File Format) is an uncompressed audio format developed by Microsoft and IBM. It stores audio in its raw, unprocessed form without any quality loss.
What bit depth should I use?
16-bit is CD quality and suitable for most uses. 24-bit offers greater dynamic range and is preferred for professional audio production. 32-bit provides the maximum quality for advanced production work.
What sample rate should I choose?
48 kHz is standard for video and professional audio (recommended for CAF sources). 44.1 kHz is CD quality. 96 kHz is for high-resolution audio.
CAF vs WAV - what's the difference?
Both CAF and WAV can store uncompressed lossless audio with identical quality. CAF is Apple's format with more flexible container features, WAV is Microsoft's format with better Windows compatibility. Choose WAV for Windows compatibility, CAF for Mac/Apple ecosystems.