Convert WAV to subtitles

Transform your WAV audio into professional subtitles in multiple formats. WAV's uncompressed quality ensures maximum accuracy for your subtitle projects.

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About This Format

Understanding WAV files

What is a WAV file?

Uncompressed audio standard for professional recording

WAV files are audio files saved in the ‘Waveform Audio File Format,’ a highly standardized digital audio format created by Microsoft and IBM. It is the most popular way of storing audio waveform data on computers. WAV files can be saved with different sampling and bitrates. WAV files usually contain raw, uncompressed audio data and their file sizes can be quite large. It is normally saved for CD quality audio with 44.1 KHz, 16-bit, stereo format. WAV files are similar to .AIF files, but they are based on the Resource Interchange File Format (RIFF), rather than the Audio Interchange File Format (AIFF). Hence, WAV files are more popular on the Windows platform while AIF files are more popular on MacOS systems.

Common Uses

  • Professional audio recording
  • Music production
  • Sound design
  • Broadcast audio
  • Audio mastering

Audio Quality

Lossless, uncompressed - maximum audio fidelity

Transcription Tips for WAV

  • Best possible quality for transcription
  • No compression artifacts to interfere with speech
  • Large files may take longer to upload
  • CD-quality WAV (44.1kHz/16-bit) is ideal

Where WAV Files Come From

  • Professional recording studios
  • Audio interfaces
  • Windows Sound Recorder
  • DAW exports
  • Broadcast equipment
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How It Works

Create subtitles from WAV in 6 steps

Step 1

Create account

Sign up for Sonix's free trial. Includes 30 minutes free.

Step 2

Upload file

Upload your WAV file from your computer or cloud storage.

Step 3

Select language

Choose from 53+ languages spoken in your file.

Step 4

Auto-transcribe

Sonix AI transcribes your WAV with word-level timestamps.

Step 5

Split subtitles

Customize line length, duration, and subtitle breaks.

Step 6

Export

Download subtitles as SRT, VTT, or other formats.

Common Questions

Everything about WAV subtitles

What subtitle formats can I export from WAV?

Sonix exports WAV transcriptions to all major subtitle formats: SRT, VTT, ASS/SSA, SBV, STL, and more. Choose the format your video software or streaming platform requires.

Does WAV quality affect subtitle accuracy?

Yes! WAV's uncompressed audio provides the best possible source for transcription, resulting in more accurate subtitles compared to heavily compressed formats. The difference is most noticeable for challenging audio.

Can I create subtitles for studio recordings?

Absolutely! Sonix handles professional studio WAV files perfectly. High-quality source audio means highly accurate subtitles for your video projects.

What's the best subtitle format for WAV-to-video?

SRT is the most widely compatible format for video editing and streaming. For web video, VTT is preferred. Sonix supports both plus many professional formats.

How do I improve subtitle timing from WAV?

WAV's clean audio already provides excellent timing. Use Sonix's visual editor to make any fine adjustments - waveform display helps you align subtitles perfectly.

Can I create hardcoded subtitles from WAV?

Sonix generates subtitle files for any format. Import these into your video editor to burn subtitles directly into your video (hardcoding).

Why Sonix

Professional subtitles from WAV files

Multiple Formats

Export subtitles as SRT, VTT, FCPXML, and more for any platform.

Customizable

Control line length, duration, and style of your subtitles.

Translate

Create subtitles in 53+ languages from your original audio.

Burn-in Option

Permanently embed subtitles into your video with one click.

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