Free online AFC to WAV converter

Source format: AFC

AFC is a less common audio-related file format, most often encountered in specialized software, older multimedia projects, or proprietary applications. Depending on the program that created it, an AFC file may contain compressed audio data, sound assets, or audio container information rather than a standard music track. Because it is not a widely supported consumer format, AFC files are usually opened by the original application that created them or by a compatible editor/converter.

Typical use cases include game audio resources, application sound banks, archived audio assets, and other project-specific media files. If you need to play the audio in common players or edit it in standard audio software, converting AFC to a universal format such as WAV is often the best option.

Target format: WAV

WAV is one of the most widely supported audio formats on Windows, macOS, Linux, and in professional audio tools. It is commonly used for editing, mastering, archiving, and interchange because it preserves audio quality very well and is recognized by nearly all audio software.

The main advantage of WAV is its broad compatibility and predictable behavior in editors and players. It is especially useful when you need an uncompressed or lightly compressed audio file that can be imported into DAWs, video editors, and media players without format issues.

How to perform the conversion

The best method depends on whether your AFC file is supported by a specific audio tool. In many cases, the simplest approach is to use the built-in converter on 101convert.com, which lets you convert the file online for free without installing any software.

1. Open the 101convert.com conversion page for AFC to WAV.
2. Upload your .afc file.
3. Choose WAV as the output format.
4. Start the conversion and wait for the process to finish.
5. Download the resulting .wav file.

If you prefer desktop software, first try opening the AFC file in the program that created it or in a compatible audio utility. If the file can be exported, use the program’s export function, such as File → Export or File → Save As, and select WAV as the output format. Some specialized tools may also allow batch extraction or conversion of AFC audio assets.

When working with command-line tools, the exact command depends on the AFC variant and the software that supports it. In practice, AFC files often need to be decoded by a format-specific utility before they can be written as WAV.

Notes on quality, compatibility, or limitations

Compatibility is the main limitation in this conversion. AFC is not a universal standard, so not every audio program can read it. If the file is a proprietary container or game asset, a generic audio converter may not recognize it at all.

If the AFC file contains compressed audio, converting it to WAV may preserve the decoded audio but will not improve the original quality. If the source is already lossy, the WAV output will simply store that audio in a larger, uncompressed container. Also, some AFC files may contain multiple channels, looping metadata, or embedded cues that may not transfer perfectly to WAV.

For best results, use the original application or a converter known to support the specific AFC variant. If the file opens correctly, WAV is an excellent destination because it is widely compatible and easy to edit.