Audio File Format Dialog

• To open the Audio File Format dialog, select the File tab and select Render. Then activate Named File, click in the Format field, and select Edit.

This dialog can also be opened from various other locations in WaveLab Yellowtec Edition.

Type

Select an audio file type. This affects which options are available on the Audio Format menu.

File Extension

Select a file extension that is compatible with the current file type.

Audio Format

Select an audio format that is compatible with the current file type.

Channels

Specify the number of audio channels for the files to be created.

Sample Rate

Select a sample rate for the audio file. If you change this setting, a sample rate conversion takes place.

Important

Use this only for simple conversions. For professional results, use the Resample plug-in and add limiting and dithering.

Bit Resolution

Select a bit resolution for the audio file. This option is only available for specific file types.

Important

Reducing the bit resolution is only advised for simple conversions. For professional results, it is recommended to add dithering in the Master Section.

Meta-Data

Lets you make meta-data settings that are saved with the file. This option is only available for some file types.

• If Do Not Save Anything is selected, no meta-data are saved with the file.

• If Inherit from Source File is selected, the meta-data of the source file are used. If the source meta-data is empty, the default meta-data is used, if available.

• If selecting Specific to This Configuration is selected, you can edit the meta-data, or replace it with a meta-data preset. To edit the meta-data, open the meta-data pop-up menu again, and select Edit.