We’ve rolled out a new update to standardize and improve our file processing. Here’s the main takeaway: all processed files are now returned as a Lossless WAV file.
We made this change to provide a consistent, high-quality, and professional-grade format for all users. Here’s a quick breakdown of how the resolution of your new WAV file is determined.
How Your New WAV File Resolution Is Determined
Our system is designed to give you the best possible quality by matching your original file’s specifications. The final sample rate and bit depth of your WAV file will depend on the properties of the file you upload.
Sample Rate: Matching Standards
We check your input file’s sample rate to decide the output rate.
- If your input is a standard rate (44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 172.4, or 192 kHz), your output WAV will have the exact same sample rate.
- If your input is any other rate, the output WAV will default to 44.1 kHz.
Bit Depth: Lossy vs. Lossless
The output bit depth depends on your original file type:
- For Lossless Files (e.g., WAV, AIFF, FLAC): The bit depth will match your original file (e.g., 16-bit, 24-bit, or 32-bit).
- For Lossy Files (e.g., MP3, M4A, OGG): The output bit depth will always be 24-bit.
At a Glance: The Default Case
So, what happens if you upload a typical MP3?
- An MP3 is a lossy file, so the output bit depth automatically becomes 24-bit.
- The sample rate of your MP3 file will be matched if it’s 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 172.4 or 192 kHz, otherwise it defaults to 44.1 kHz.
This means most lossy files will result in a 44.1 kHz / 24-bit WAV file, ensuring you always get a high-quality, standard-format output, which is ideal for distribution. If you want your song to be converted back to MP3, we recommend converting it using a third party software like Cloudconvert.
This approach will provide you with the best balance of quality and consistency for your songs.
