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Shrink a WAV to MP3 for email, messaging or a demo upload.
Output MP3 settings
Runs in your browser, nothing is uploaded, ready in seconds.
Why convert WAV to MP3
- Email and messaging. WAV files are too big for email. MP3 shrinks a minute of audio from 10 MB to 1.4 MB at 192 kbps.
- Sharing online. Forums, messaging apps and many file-sharing sites prefer small MP3 files over large WAV.
- Demo versions of tracks. Share a draft beat or a freestyle as MP3 for feedback. Keep the WAV as the master for editing.
About the compression
MP3 squeezes the audio. It throws away detail your ear barely notices. At 192 kbps most people hear no difference on headphones or speakers. At 320 kbps it's even closer to the original. For demos, sharing and listening, MP3 is fine. For editing, keep the WAV and compress only once at the very end.
Who takes MP3
| Platform | Takes it? | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| DistroKid | Yes | MP3 is fine, but send the WAV if you have it. Max 1 GB per track. |
| Spotify | No | Wants FLAC or WAV through your distributor. Do not send MP3. |
| Apple Music | No | Wants the 24-bit WAV or AIFF master. Apple makes its own AAC from it. |
| Bandcamp | No | WAV, AIFF or FLAC only. MP3 uploads are refused. |
Each name links to the platform's own help page. Checked 2026-09-03.
What you get
- An MP3 at the bitrate you picked, 44.1 kHz. About 1.4 MB per minute at 192 kbps.
- Files up to 10 minutes, from your device only. A YouTube or TikTok link does not work, download the file first.
- Title, artist and cover art are not copied over.
- The file keeps its name plus what changed, like beat-128kbps-mono.mp3.
WAV to MP3 FAQ
Does the WAV stay on my device?
Yes. Your browser reads the WAV and builds the MP3 right there. Nothing uploads or goes anywhere.
What bitrate should I choose?
192 kbps is a good balance for demos and sharing. Use 128 kbps to save more space, or 320 kbps for near-original sound.
Can I edit the MP3 in my DAW?
Yes, but every save will lose a little more. Always edit on WAV. Convert to MP3 only when you're ready to share or upload.
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