Sample Rate Calculator
Calculate audio file sizes and understand the relationship between sample rate, bit depth, and quality.
Audio Settings
minsec
WAV File Size (Uncompressed)
52.99 MB
MP3 File Size (320 kbps)
8.01 MB
Uncompressed Bit Rate
2117 kbps
Max Frequency (Nyquist)
22.1 kHz
Theoretical Dynamic Range
144 dB
24-bit audio provides approximately 144 dB of dynamic range
Dynamic range is the ratio between the loudest and quietest sounds that can be represented. Each bit adds approximately 6 dB of dynamic range.
Quick Reference
CD Quality44.1 kHz / 16-bit / ~96 dB
DVD Audio48 kHz / 24-bit / ~144 dB
High Resolution96 kHz / 24-bit / ~144 dB
Studio Master192 kHz / 32-bit / ~192 dB