Audio Format Reference Chart
This one-page audio format reference is for anyone comparing common WAV and audio settings before converting or saving files. It lists columns for Setting, Common values, and Typical use, with rows such as sample rate, bit depth, and channels. Examples include 8 kHz for telephone, 16 kHz for speech recognition, and 44.1 kHz for CD and music.
Free printable · PDF
- 1 page
- US Letter — choose “Fit to page” for A4
- PDF, 55 KB
Free for personal, family and classroom use.
Use it as a quick guide when choosing export settings, checking file requirements, or matching audio to a project. Print it and keep it near your workstation, or open it while setting up a converter so you can compare values at a glance.
Good for
- Check common sample rates at a glance
- Match audio settings to the intended use
- Keep beside a converter for quick reference
Tip: Print on Letter paper and keep it near your audio setup for quick checks.
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This sheet plus 3 more in one download, with the editable Excel and Word files. Printable audio format reference (sample rates, bit depths, bit rates and typical uses), a WAV file size calculator spreadsheet, a delivery specification checklist and a recording session log.
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Printable WAV File Size Calculator
Printable Audio File Delivery Checklist
Printable Recording Session Log