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What is a WAVE file? A WAVE file is a CD-quality audio file, similar to an .AIFF file. It stores an uncompressed audio waveform in a standardized format. WAVE files are more common on Windows systems, while AIFF files are more common on Macintosh computers.

More Information WAVE files most commonly use a .WAV extension.

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What is a WAVE file?

A WAVE file is a CD-quality audio file, similar to an .AIFF file. It stores an uncompressed audio waveform in a standardized format. WAVE files are more common on Windows systems, while AIFF files are more common on Macintosh computers.

More Information

WAVE files most commonly use a .WAV extension.

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Programs that open WAVE files

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Microsoft Windows Media Player

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Roxio Creator NXT Pro 9

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Apple Music

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Apple QuickTime Player

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Roxio Toast 20

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Category: Audio Files

Updated: October 5, 2020

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What is a WAVE file?↓
A WAVE file is a CD-quality audio file, similar to an .AIFF file. It stores an uncompressed audio waveform in a standardized format. WAVE files are more common on Windows systems, while AIFF files are more common on Macintosh computers.

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