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Convert WAV to MP3 with VLC

Convert WAV to MP3 Free with VLC Alternative

Wrap-up

One of the best ways to convert WAV to MP3 is through VLC Media Player.

Besides playing just about any media file you throw at it, VLC has many other uses, such as converting video and audio. It can easily perform various types of audio conversions, including WAV to MP3.

In the following, I will detail how to convert WAV to MP3 with VLC. Additionally, I will provide an easier way to change WAV files to MP3 for free in #Part 2. Please read on.

How to Convert WAV to MP3 in VLC

Step 1. Run VLC. If VLC is not installed on your device yet, go to https://www.videolan.org/ to install the latest version of VLC, then open it.

Step 2. On the top menu bar, go to “Media” > “Convert / Save…” to open the Media window.

Step 3. In the File section, click “+ Add…” to load all the WAV files you want to convert. Then click the “Convert / Save” button at the bottom to open the Convert window.

Step 4. From the profile drop-down list, select “Audio – MP3.” Then click “Start” to begin the conversion. The converted files will be saved to the same folder as the original files.

Tip: If you are converting a single WAV file, make sure to change the file extension to “.mp3” when you save the destination file.

Note: Some users complain that errors occur during VLC conversion, such as conversion failure, incomplete conversion, and noise in the converted audio. Such problems arise from various factors, and it is difficult to determine the exact cause. However, it is recommended that you update VLC to the latest version and double-check the steps before doing any conversion. Of course, you can also switch to a different converter, which I think may be the best way. I will share another easier and better way to convert WAV to MP3 in the second part. Check it out!

Free Convert WAV to MP3 with VLC Alternative

WonderFox Free HD Video Converter Factory is an alternative to VLC converter, but more professional. It can handle any video/audio conversion you can think of, such as WAV to MP3, MP4 to MP3, MKV to MP4, YouTube to MP4, etc. Also, with the user-friendly interface, the program is even easier to use.

It's 100% freeware and works on all Windows versions. The tutorial below shows you how to convert WAV to MP3 using this software. Follow the instructions and start the conversion.

Before start, please free download free download the software and install it on your PC.

Step 1. Import WAV Files

Launch Free HD Video Converter Factory and open the “Converter.” Click “+ Add Files” to import the WAV files into the converter. Or you can drag and drop the files into the program directly.

Step 2. Choose Output Format

Click the right-side format image to open the format library. Under the Audio tab, elect “MP3” as the output format. You can choose any other format if you want.

Step 3. Change WAV to MP3 for Free

When everything is ready, hit “Run” to start the conversion.

Wrap-up

Now we have shown you how to convert WAV to MP3 with VLC Media Player. Hopefully, you have successfully get the wanted MP3 files. If no luck, you can try the free VLC alternative to help with the conversion. Anyway, thanks for reading. Have a nice day!