Download free sample WMA (Windows Media Audio) files for compatibility testing, legacy system validation, and format conversion workflows. WMA is Microsoft’s proprietary audio codec, natively supported in Windows Media Player and widely used in enterprise, kiosk, and legacy Windows applications. Every file is free — no sign-up required.
Why use our sample WMA files?
- Native support in Windows Media Player and Windows-based systems
- Bit rates from 64 kbps to 192 kbps
- Essential for testing legacy Windows application compatibility
- Includes metadata (title, artist, album) for tag-reading tests
- 100% free to download — no account required
- Ideal for QA testing, format conversion validation, and enterprise media system compatibility
All sample WMA files for download
| File Name | Size | Duration | Bit Rate | Channels | Download |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voice recording | 223 KB | 0:30 | 64 kbps | Mono | Download |
| Music clip (128 kbps) | 1.07 MB | 1:00 | 128 kbps | Stereo | Download |
| Music clip (192 kbps) | 1.43 MB | 1:00 | 192 kbps | Stereo | Download |
| Tone test | 541 KB | 0:40 | 96 kbps | Stereo | Download |
| Long playback (5 minutes) | 3.57 MB | 5:00 | 96 kbps | Stereo | Download |
Sample WMA file details
1. Voice recording
Size: 223 KB
Duration: 30 seconds
Bit rate: 64 kbps
Channels: Mono
Sample rate: 44,100 Hz
Description: A clear voice recording at 64 kbps. Use this to test speech playback in Windows Media Player, Windows voice APIs, WMA-to-MP3 conversion tools, and legacy Windows application compatibility.
2. Music clip (128 kbps)
Size: 1.07 MB
Duration: 1 minute
Bit rate: 128 kbps
Channels: Stereo
Sample rate: 44,100 Hz
Description: An instrumental music clip at standard quality. Includes WMA metadata tags (title, artist, album) for testing tag-reading functionality in media libraries and players. Compare against the 192 kbps version for quality testing.
Download Music Clip (128 kbps)
3. Music clip (192 kbps)
Size: 1.43 MB
Duration: 1 minute
Bit rate: 192 kbps
Channels: Stereo
Sample rate: 44,100 Hz
Description: The same music clip at higher quality. WMA at 192 kbps delivers quality comparable to a 256 kbps MP3. Use this for high-quality playback testing, A/B comparison against the 128 kbps version, and evaluating WMA decoding fidelity.
Download Music Clip (192 kbps)
4. Tone test
Size: 541 KB
Duration: 40 seconds
Bit rate: 96 kbps
Channels: Stereo
Sample rate: 44,100 Hz
Description: A frequency sweep at 250–8000 Hz encoded in WMA. Use this to verify that WMA decoding preserves tonal accuracy and to test frequency response in Windows-based audio systems.
5. Long playback (5 minutes)
Size: 3.57 MB
Duration: 5 minutes
Bit rate: 96 kbps
Channels: Stereo
Sample rate: 44,100 Hz
Description: An extended WMA file for testing streaming, buffering, seek performance, and long-form playback in Windows Media Player and WMA-compatible applications. The 5-minute duration tests sustained decoding stability.
Download Long Playback (5 min)
How to use these sample WMA files
- Click the “Download” button next to the file you need.
- Save the WMA file to your device.
- Open in Windows Media Player, VLC, or any WMA-compatible application.
- Use for compatibility testing, format conversion, metadata reading, or legacy system validation.
Note: These sample WMA files are free to download and use for testing, development, and educational purposes. For commercial use, please provide proper attribution.
Download sample audio in other formats
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- Sample M4A files — AAC audio for Apple ecosystem and streaming
FAQs about sample WMA files
Are WMA files still relevant today?
Yes — while WMA is no longer the dominant format, it remains important for enterprise environments, kiosk systems, legacy Windows applications, and archived media libraries. Many organizations still have large WMA collections that need to be played, converted, or migrated. Testing WMA compatibility ensures your application handles these real-world scenarios.
Which players support WMA?
Windows Media Player handles WMA natively. VLC, foobar2000, and most Windows-based media players support it. On macOS, VLC plays WMA but iTunes/Apple Music does not. On mobile, most Android players support WMA, but iOS does not natively — you’ll need a third-party player like VLC. Web browsers generally do not support WMA playback.
Can I convert WMA to MP3 or FLAC?
Yes. Use FFmpeg, VLC, Audacity, or dBpoweramp to convert WMA to any other format. Converting WMA to a lossless format (WAV, FLAC) preserves the quality at the WMA’s encoded level. Converting to another lossy format (MP3, OGG) introduces additional compression — use a higher target bit rate to minimize quality loss.
Do these WMA files include metadata?
Yes. Each WMA file includes basic metadata tags (title, artist, album) in the ASF (Advanced Systems Format) container. Use these files to test metadata reading in media libraries, tag editors, and content management systems.
Are these WMA files safe to download?
Yes, all sample WMA files on this page are clean, verified, and free of malware. They are standard audio files containing no DRM restrictions or executable code.