Is WAV more accurate than MP3?

WAV preserves more audio detail, which often improves accuracy, especially on complex or noisy recordings.

Can I upload very large WAV files?

Large WAVs are supported within plan limits. If a file is too large, split it into shorter segments.

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Transcribe WAV to Text

Uncompressed audio with high fidelity.

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What is WAV?

WAV is an uncompressed audio format that preserves full quality. It is large but great for transcription accuracy.

Transcription quick facts

Common use: Studio interviews
Quality tip: Trim long silences or split by segment
Watch out for: Very large files can upload slowly

Best use cases

Studio interviews
High-quality research recordings
Audio from professional recorders

Common pitfalls

Very large files can upload slowly
Long WAVs can exceed file size limits
Stereo tracks double the file size

Tips for higher accuracy

Trim long silences or split by segment
Use mono when possible to reduce size
Stick to 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz sample rates

Sample WAV transcript

Researcher: Let's start with your background.
Participant: I joined the lab in 2019.
Researcher: What was the main challenge?
Participant: Consistent labeling of the dataset.
Researcher: How did you solve it?
Participant: We standardized the taxonomy.