WavPack Audio File
General Information
| Title | WV File Extension |
| Extension | .wv |
| Full Form | WavPack Audio File |
| File Type | Audio File |
| Developer | David Bryant |
| MIME Type | audio/x-wavpack |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store audio |
| Additional Functions | Lossless compression, Hybrid compression |
| Features | High quality, Multi-channel support |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-fidelity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with software |
Use Cases
| Music Archiving | Yes |
| Professional Audio | Yes |
| Audio Streaming | Possible |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Safe sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1998 |
| Latest Version | 5.3.0 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .flac, .ape, .alac |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 WavPack |
Free | Windows, Linux, macOS |
| Foobar2000 |
Free | Windows |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Linux, macOS |