# What's The Difference Between An MP3 And A WAV?

> For anyone collecting music outside a streaming service, file format matters. What's the difference between MP3 and WAV and which is best for your collection?

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- **Published:** 2025-01-15
- **Category:** Audio & Video
- **Tags:** #between #difference #anyone #collecting #collection #file #format #matters
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