For editing and compatibility

Choose this route when an editor or receiver needs WAV. The output stores the decoded MP3 signal without a further lossy encoding. It cannot reconstruct information discarded when the MP3 was made.

Why the output is float32

The qualified reader uses a float MP3 decoder and writes verified 32-bit floating-point WAV. That avoids forcing decoded values into a 16-bit intermediate. Rate and channels are retained for admitted files; exact sample count and values are checked against the matching native decoder.

Check the receiving application

Some older software only accepts integer PCM WAV. A .wav ending alone does not establish compatibility. Read the recipient's requirements before converting. For a three-minute 44.1 kHz stereo float32 file, the audio payload is about 63.5 MB, illustrating why this output can be much larger.

Keep expectations realistic

Use a lossless master if you have one. If the MP3 is the only source, keep it until the WAV is checked. The MP3 to WAV quality article explains legitimate uses and misleading upgrades, and the format table describes timing restrictions.