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Convert M4V to WAV - Extract Lossless Audio from Videos

Extract uncompressed audio from M4V videos. Get studio-quality WAV files instantly.

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Need the Audio from Your M4V Video?

M4V files are Apple's video format, commonly used for iTunes movies, TV shows, and music videos. But sometimes you just need the audio track-for editing, sampling, or archival purposes.

Converting M4V to WAV extracts the audio in uncompressed format, giving you the highest possible quality for editing in any audio software. Unlike compressed formats, WAV preserves every detail of the original soundtrack.

How to Convert M4V to WAV

  1. Upload your M4V file - Drag and drop or click to select your video
  2. Select WAV as output - Choose WAV for uncompressed, lossless audio
  3. Download your audio - Get a high-quality WAV file ready for any use

The entire process happens in your browser. No software installation required.

M4V vs WAV: Understanding the Formats

M4V files are video containers developed by Apple. They typically contain H.264 video with AAC audio, and can include DRM protection when purchased from iTunes. The audio inside is compressed.

WAV files are uncompressed audio containers. They store audio data without any compression, resulting in larger file sizes but perfect audio fidelity. WAV is the standard format for professional audio editing.

When you convert M4V to WAV, you extract the audio track and decode it to an uncompressed format. In our testing, a 4-minute M4V video produces approximately a 40MB WAV file at CD quality (44.1kHz, 16-bit stereo).

When to Extract Audio as WAV

Audio Editing and Production

WAV is the preferred format for DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton, and FL Studio. If you're sampling audio from a video or editing dialogue, WAV gives you the cleanest source material.

Archival and Preservation

For long-term storage where quality matters, WAV preserves audio without generation loss. You can always compress to MP3 or AAC later, but you can't restore quality once it's lost.

Professional Broadcast

Broadcast and film production workflows often require uncompressed audio. WAV meets industry standards for audio quality and compatibility.

Alternative Audio Formats

WAV isn't always necessary. Consider these alternatives based on your needs:

  • M4V to MP3 - Smaller files, universal compatibility, good for casual listening
  • M4V to FLAC - Lossless compression, smaller than WAV but same quality
  • M4V to AAC - Apple's efficient format, great quality-to-size ratio

Choose WAV when file size doesn't matter and you need the absolute best quality for editing. Choose compressed formats when storage or bandwidth is limited.

Works on Any Device

Our M4V to WAV converter runs entirely in your browser:

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

No plugins, no downloads, no waiting. Just upload and convert.

Pro Tip

If you're extracting audio for editing, convert to WAV first, do all your editing, then export to a compressed format like MP3 or AAC. This prevents quality degradation from multiple compression cycles.

Common Mistake

Extracting audio as MP3 when you plan to edit it. Each time you save an MP3, quality degrades slightly. Always use WAV or another lossless format as your working format.

Best For

Audio editors who need to sample soundtracks, extract dialogue, or archive audio from iTunes video content in uncompressed format for professional workflows.

Not Recommended

If you just want to listen to the audio or share it casually, WAV files are unnecessarily large. Use MP3 or AAC for portable listening-they're 10x smaller with barely noticeable quality difference.

Frequently Asked Questions

M4V is Apple's video container format, similar to MP4. It's commonly used for iTunes movies, TV shows, and music videos. M4V can include DRM protection when purchased from the iTunes Store.

WAV is uncompressed, preserving 100% of the audio quality. This matters for editing, sampling, or archival. MP3 compresses audio and loses some data. If you'll edit the audio in software like Pro Tools or Audacity, WAV is the better choice.

WAV files are significantly larger than compressed audio. Expect roughly 10MB per minute of stereo audio at CD quality (44.1kHz, 16-bit). A 5-minute video would produce approximately a 50MB WAV file.

DRM-protected files from iTunes cannot be converted with standard tools due to Apple's copy protection. Only DRM-free M4V files can be converted. Check if your M4V file plays in non-Apple software to verify.

No. Converting to WAV preserves the original quality but doesn't enhance it. The audio in your M4V is already encoded at a certain quality level. WAV simply ensures no additional quality loss during extraction.

iTunes M4V files typically contain AAC audio at 128-256 kbps for music videos, or Dolby Digital 5.1 surround for movies. When extracted to WAV, you get the decoded version of this audio in uncompressed form.

Yes. Upload multiple M4V files and convert them all to WAV in a single batch. This saves time when extracting audio from multiple videos.

Yes. WAV is universally supported by virtually every audio application, DAW, and media player. It's the most compatible uncompressed audio format available.

Conversion typically takes a few seconds to a minute, depending on file size and your internet connection. The process happens in your browser, so faster devices convert more quickly.

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