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Need Audio That Works Everywhere?

Have old 3G2 videos from your CDMA phone with audio you need to edit, share, or preserve? Maybe you are extracting a voice recording for a project, pulling audio for video editing software, or saving sounds that will not play on modern devices.

WAV is the solution when compatibility matters most. Unlike compressed formats, WAV files use uncompressed PCM audio that every device, editor, and media player recognizes. From Audacity to Adobe Premiere, from Windows Media Player to professional DAWs, WAV just works.

How to Convert 3G2 to WAV

Upload your 3G2 file - Drag and drop your old mobile video or select from your device storage
Confirm WAV output - WAV extracts audio in uncompressed PCM format for maximum compatibility
Download your file - Get your audio ready for any software, device, or editing workflow

The conversion extracts the audio stream from your 3G2 video and encodes it as uncompressed WAV. Your original video file stays untouched.

Understanding the Formats

What is 3G2?

3G2 (3GPP2) is a multimedia container developed for CDMA mobile networks in the early 2000s. Phones from Verizon, Sprint, and US Cellular recorded videos in this format, optimized for low bandwidth transmission.

Audio codecs - EVRC, QCELP, AMR, or AAC (voice-optimized for mobile networks)
Typical quality - 8-16 kHz sample rate, mono channel, compressed for wireless transmission
Compatibility today - Many modern players cannot open 3G2 files without conversion

What is WAV?

WAV (Waveform Audio File Format) was developed by Microsoft and IBM in 1991. It stores audio as uncompressed PCM data, making it the standard for professional audio work.

Uncompressed PCM - No data discarded, preserving exact audio from the source
Universal compatibility - Works on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, and all audio software
Professional standard - Used by broadcast, music production, and video editing industries

Why Extract to WAV Format?

Universal Software Compatibility

Every audio editor supports WAV natively. Audacity, GarageBand, Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, and Final Cut all import WAV without plugins or conversion. If you plan to edit the audio, WAV eliminates compatibility headaches.

No Compression Artifacts

WAV stores audio exactly as extracted, with no additional compression. While the 3G2 source uses lossy codecs, the WAV output preserves that audio precisely without adding more compression artifacts on top.

Safe for Further Processing

Planning to add effects, adjust levels, or combine with other audio? WAV handles repeated editing without quality loss. Each save maintains the same quality, unlike lossy formats that degrade with each edit cycle. For compressed alternatives, see our 3G2 to MP3 converter.

When to Choose WAV vs Other Formats

The right output format depends on what you need:

Choose WAV when: Editing in audio or video software, maximum compatibility is needed, file size is not a concern, working with professional tools
Choose MP3 when: Sharing via email or messaging, storage space is limited, final output for casual listening
Choose FLAC when: Archiving irreplaceable recordings, need lossless compression to save space, long-term preservation is priority

For audio that will be edited or processed further, WAV is the safest choice. For general 3G2 conversions, explore all available output formats.

Technical Specifications

Our converter produces standard WAV files optimized for compatibility:

Format - RIFF/WAVE container with PCM audio
Sample rate - Preserved from source (typically 8-16 kHz for 3G2)
Bit depth - 16-bit PCM (standard for maximum compatibility)
Channels - Mono or stereo matching source audio
File size - Approximately 10MB per minute at 16-bit 44.1kHz stereo

Since 3G2 audio was originally recorded at low sample rates for mobile transmission, the resulting WAV files are typically smaller than CD-quality audio while maintaining full fidelity to the source.

Common Use Cases

Video Editing Projects

Need to add audio from an old phone video to a new project? Premiere Pro, Final Cut, and DaVinci Resolve import WAV seamlessly. Extract the audio, drop it on your timeline, and synchronize with other footage.

Audio Restoration Work

Planning to clean up old recordings with noise reduction or audio repair tools? WAV gives you an uncompressed canvas to work with. Apply filters and effects without worrying about format compatibility.

Podcast or Voice Projects

Extracting interview audio or voice recordings from old phone videos? WAV imports directly into podcast editing software. Process the audio, then export to your final delivery format.

Preserving Device Compatibility

Some older audio players and car stereos do not recognize modern compressed formats but play WAV files perfectly. Extract to WAV for maximum playback compatibility across devices.

Quality Expectations

Understanding what conversion can and cannot do:

Source quality is the ceiling - 3G2 audio was recorded at low bitrates for mobile networks. WAV preserves this exactly but cannot enhance it
Voice recordings translate well - The voice-optimized codecs in 3G2 capture speech clearly despite compression
Larger file sizes - Uncompressed WAV files are bigger than the compressed 3G2 audio, but this ensures no additional quality loss
Perfect for editing - The uncompressed format handles processing and effects without introducing artifacts

In our testing, voice recordings from legacy CDMA phones convert cleanly to WAV with clear, editable results. The narrow frequency range of phone microphones pairs well with the voice-optimized mobile codecs.

Batch Convert Multiple Files

Have a collection of old phone recordings to process? Upload multiple 3G2 files and convert them all to WAV in one batch. Extract audio from an entire archive of legacy mobile videos efficiently, ready for editing or playback on any device.

Works on Any Device

Convert 3G2 to WAV directly in your browser:

Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook
Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
iPhone, iPad, Android

No software installation required. Your files are processed securely and never stored on our servers after conversion completes.

Pro Tip

If you plan to add the audio to a video project, convert to WAV even if file size seems large. Video editors handle WAV more reliably than compressed formats, and the uncompressed audio syncs better during editing.

Common Mistake

Converting directly to MP3 when you need to edit the audio first. Each time you save an MP3 after editing, quality degrades. Convert to WAV, do all your editing, then export to MP3 as the final step.

Best For

Audio editing workflows, video production projects, situations requiring universal software compatibility, and extracting voice recordings that will be processed with noise reduction or other effects.

Not Recommended

Sharing audio via email or messaging where file size matters. For casual sharing or streaming, MP3 or AAC are more practical. WAV files can be 10x larger than compressed alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

WAV is uncompressed, meaning no audio data is discarded. When you edit, apply effects, and re-save, WAV maintains the same quality. MP3 loses quality with each save cycle. For audio that will be processed further, WAV prevents cumulative quality degradation.

Yes, typically 3-5 times larger. The audio in 3G2 uses heavy compression for mobile transmission. WAV stores audio uncompressed. A 1MB 3G2 video might produce a 3-5MB WAV file. However, 3G2 audio was recorded at low sample rates, so files stay manageable.

Absolutely. WAV is natively supported by Audacity, GarageBand, Adobe Audition, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, and virtually every audio editor. Simply use File > Import or drag the WAV directly into your project.

The sample rate matches your 3G2 source, typically 8-16 kHz for old mobile recordings. This is lower than CD quality (44.1 kHz) because phones recorded at reduced rates to save bandwidth. The audio is preserved exactly as recorded.

FLAC is better for pure archival since it compresses without losing quality, saving 40-50% space. Choose WAV if you plan to edit the audio or need maximum software compatibility. Both preserve full audio quality from the source.

The video is discarded during conversion. Only the audio track is extracted and saved as WAV. If you need to keep the video, use our 3G2 to MP4 converter instead, or keep your original 3G2 file as a backup.

No. WAV preserves the exact audio from your 3G2 file without adding compression artifacts, but it cannot enhance quality beyond the original. If the source was recorded at low quality on an old phone, the WAV will contain that same audio faithfully.

Yes. Both iOS and Android support WAV playback natively. On iPhone, use the Files app or Apple Music. On Android, any media player or file manager will play WAV files. No additional apps are required.

WAV is the preferred audio format for video editors. Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and other professional tools import WAV natively. It integrates seamlessly into video project timelines.

Most conversions complete in seconds. A typical 30-second phone video converts nearly instantly since the audio track is small. Larger files or batch conversions may take slightly longer, but the process is fast due to simple format transcoding.