SoundCloud to WAV

Convert SoundCloud to WAV and drop the track straight into your DJ software or DAW. Paste a link and get an uncompressed 16-bit WAV file, named after the song and tagged with its cover art.

URL to WAV

How to download WAV from SoundCloud

From SoundCloud URL to WAV file in under a minute, on any computer and with nothing to install.

  1. Step 1: Copy the track URL

    Open the track on SoundCloud and copy the link from the address bar, or use Share and Copy link in the app.

  2. Step 2: Paste it into the converter

    Paste the SoundCloud link at the top of this page and press Convert. The track loads with its artwork and length.

  3. Step 3: Download the WAV

    WAV is already selected. Press download and the converted file is saved to your computer, ready to import.

For DJs and producers

Use your SoundCloud WAV files in any DJ or music software

WAV is the format every DJ app and DAW reads without extra decoding. Here is how to bring a converted SoundCloud track into the tools you use.

RekordboxDJ
Drag the WAV into your Collection, let Rekordbox analyse the beat grid, then export it to USB for CDJs.
Serato DJDJ
Drop the file into a crate, let Serato analyse it, and it is ready to load onto a deck.
TraktorDJ
Add the WAV to your Track Collection, analyse it for tempo and key, and load it onto a deck.
Ableton LiveDAW
Drag the WAV into Session or Arrangement view. Warp it to your project tempo for remixes, edits and mashups.
FL StudioDAW
Drop the WAV into the Playlist or a sampler channel to chop it, sample it or build an edit around it.
Logic Pro and GarageBandDAW
Drag the WAV onto an audio track. It imports at full resolution with no conversion step.

The file

What your SoundCloud WAV file looks like

A clean, standard WAV that works on Windows, Mac and DJ hardware. No odd settings to fix before you play it.

  • Uncompressed 16-bit PCM audio, the CD standard
  • Same sample rate as the SoundCloud source, usually 44.1 kHz
  • Song title and cover art stored inside the file
  • Named after the track, so it is easy to find in your library

Midnight Drive (Extended Mix).wav

Format
WAV (PCM)
Bit depth
16-bit
Sample rate
44.1 kHz
Channels
Stereo
Size per minute
About 10 MB
Cover art
Embedded

Quality, honestly

SoundCloud to WAV: myths and facts

Many converters promise "HD" or "studio quality" WAV. Here is what converting SoundCloud to WAV really does, so you know what to expect.

MythA WAV from SoundCloud sounds better than the stream.

FactA WAV keeps every detail of the SoundCloud stream, but it can't add detail that the stream doesn't have. You get a copy of exactly what SoundCloud plays.

MythIf the artist uploaded a WAV, you can get that original file.

FactSoundCloud compresses every upload for streaming. Only the artist's own download button, when it is turned on, gives you the original file.

Myth"SoundCloud to WAV 320kbps" is the best quality.

Fact320kbps is an MP3 setting. A 16-bit WAV runs at about 1,411kbps and is uncompressed, so bitrate labels like 320 don't apply to it.

MythYou only need WAV if you are an audiophile.

FactThe real reason to use WAV is compatibility. DJ software, CDJs and DAWs load WAV instantly and never re-compress it when you edit or export.

Price

SoundCloud to WAV with a Supporter pass

WAV conversion is part of the Supporter pass, a single payment with no subscription. If you only need to listen, MP3 is free.

Free

$0

For listening. No account needed.

  • MP3 downloads at 128kbps
  • Load any track to check it first
  • Song title and cover art included
  • Works on every device

Supporter pass

Pay once and everything is unlocked for 30 days.

  • 320kbps MP3 downloads
  • WAV and FLAC files
  • Playlists of up to 1,000 tracks
  • Whole playlists as one ZIP
  • Priority support
Get 30 days

A one-time Ko-fi payment. It never renews on its own.

Guide

Converting SoundCloud to WAV: a guide for DJs and producers

Why convert SoundCloud to WAV?

SoundCloud is where many DJs find edits, bootlegs, remixes and unreleased tracks that never reach stores. To play them in a set or use them in a project, you need a file your software can work with. Converting SoundCloud to WAV gives you a standard, uncompressed file that every DJ app, CDJ and DAW accepts.

WAV or MP3: which one should you pick?

For listening on a phone or in the car, MP3 is smaller and sounds the same to most ears. Choose WAV when you are going to edit, warp, sample or export the track again. Each time an MP3 is edited and saved, it loses a little more quality. A WAV does not.

What makes a good SoundCloud to WAV converter

Look for three things: real PCM audio, not an MP3 renamed to .wav; correct file headers so DJ software reads the file without errors; and a sensible file name instead of a random code. SCSaver checks all three, and adds the title and cover art for good measure.

Converting a SoundCloud playlist to WAV

Whole playlists download as a ZIP of MP3 files, to keep downloads fast. To build a WAV set from a playlist, open the songs you need one by one in this converter and save each one as WAV. Many DJs pick their best tracks this way instead of converting a whole playlist.

Using SoundCloud to WAV on Windows and Mac

The converter runs online, in any browser. On Windows, the WAV lands in your Downloads folder, ready for Rekordbox or FL Studio. On Mac, open it from Downloads or drag it straight into Logic, Ableton or your DJ app. No desktop program is needed.

Play fair with tracks you convert

Use converted WAV files for personal practice and listening, and get permission before playing or releasing someone else's work in public. Many producers share free downloads on SoundCloud; when they do, thank them, credit them and support their releases.

FAQ

SoundCloud to WAV questions

Something not covered here? Email [email protected].

How do I convert SoundCloud to WAV?

Copy the track link from SoundCloud, paste it into the converter at the top of this page and press Convert. WAV is selected for you, so you only need to press download.

Is there a free SoundCloud to WAV converter?

On SCSaver, WAV is part of the Supporter pass, which starts at $3 as a single payment. MP3 downloads are free, so you can listen to any track before deciding.

What quality is the WAV file?

It is an uncompressed 16-bit PCM WAV, usually at 44.1 kHz, the same standard as an audio CD. It contains everything the SoundCloud stream holds, without any further loss.

Does the WAV work in Rekordbox, Serato and Traktor?

Yes. The files are standard PCM WAV with correct headers, so they import into Rekordbox, Serato, Traktor, Ableton, FL Studio and Logic without problems.

Can I convert a SoundCloud playlist to WAV?

Playlists download as a ZIP of MP3 files. To get WAV, convert the tracks you need one by one on this page.

Is a SoundCloud WAV the same as the artist's original file?

No. SoundCloud compresses every upload for streaming, so the WAV is made from that stream. To get the artist's original master, use their download button on SoundCloud if they offer one.

How big is a WAV file from SoundCloud?

About 10 MB per minute of audio. A 5-minute track is around 50 MB, and a one-hour DJ mix is around 600 MB.

Can I convert SoundCloud to WAV on my phone?

Yes, the converter works in mobile browsers too. Most people convert to WAV on a computer, though, because that is where their DJ software and DAW live.

Should I choose WAV or FLAC?

Both are lossless. WAV is the safest choice for DJ gear and older software. FLAC is about a third smaller and is good for storing a large library. You can pick either one in the converter.

Turn your next SoundCloud find into a WAV

Paste the track link at the top of the page and have it in your DJ library in a minute.