There's big difference between WAV and MP3. If you believe the solutions are very difficult for you, how about convert WAV to MP3? But it is not a recommended practice.
Thus, you should download and install codec or make some correct configuration. What to do when you fail to play WAV files? WAV won't playback issue may happen due to the lack of correct codec packs or something wrong with your sound device configuration. Gnome Media Player also plays them silently. 'I usually use VLC because of its reliability. I also try VLC and Real Player but no luck. I have look all over the place for this codec. Message'an audio Codec is needed to play this file'. 'WAV file won't play in Windows Media Player 11. However, to our disappointment, playing WAV files with our default WAV player or other popular media players like VLC is not as easy as we imagine. In theory, both Windows Media Player and QuickTime Player support for WAV playback natively.
