Keep the files in WAV throughout the creative process to avoid "generational loss"—quality degradation that happens when you re-compress a file.
Always record your original tracks as WAV for maximum detail. Keep the files in WAV throughout the creative
If you want your recordings to last for decades without quality loss, archiving in a lossless format like WAV is the safest bet. The Trade-Off: Storage Space Keep the files in WAV throughout the creative
If you have high-end speakers or professional-grade headphones , you’ll actually hear the difference in depth and dynamic range. Keep the files in WAV throughout the creative
The pulse-code modulation (PCM) used in WAV files is the exact same standard used for physical CDs.
Because they are uncompressed, WAV files are incredibly easy to manipulate in Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) like Avid Pro Tools .