Convert WAV to PCM
Extract raw, headerless PCM samples from a WAV file online — free and private
Convert WAV to PCM online
A WAV file already contains PCM audio wrapped in a RIFF container header. This free tool strips that header and gives you raw, headerless PCM — the plain sample stream that DSP code, game engines and embedded hardware load directly, without parsing a WAV file first.
Headerless samples for embedded and DSP
Microcontrollers, synthesis tools and audio pipelines often expect raw PCM with a known sample rate and bit depth rather than a WAV container. Converting WAV to PCM extracts exactly those samples, and you can set the sample rate and channels so the output matches your target system.
Runs in your browser, files stay private
Conversion happens entirely on your device with WebAssembly — your WAV is never uploaded. No sign-up, no watermark and no file limit, so you can prepare as many raw PCM files as you need.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert WAV to PCM?
Drag your WAV into the tool (or click to browse), keep PCM as the output, choose the sample rate and channels if needed, and click convert. The raw PCM is generated in your browser and downloads instantly — no upload, no account.
Is not WAV already PCM?
A WAV file holds PCM samples inside a RIFF container header. Converting to PCM removes that header and gives you the raw, headerless sample stream that some tools and hardware require.
Why would I need raw PCM instead of WAV?
Embedded devices, DSP code and some game audio loaders expect plain samples with a fixed sample rate and bit depth and cannot parse a WAV header, so they need raw PCM.
Can I set the sample rate and channels?
Yes. You can choose the output sample rate (for example 44100 or 16000 Hz) and mono or stereo so the raw PCM matches what your target system expects.
Is my WAV uploaded to a server?
No. The conversion runs locally in your browser through WebAssembly, so your audio never leaves your device.