wav format is the standard uncompressed format for audio data. ('Uncompressed' in the sense of, no data has been removed to make the file smaller, as in the case of mp3 files.)

You may sometimes hear the term 'broadcast wav' - this is the same thing but just with a timestamp written into the file so that it can be positioned relative to other media on a video or audio editor timeline.

There are two important parameters to look for when choosing wav files: resolution (in bits) and sample rate (in khz). CD audio is 16 bit, 44.1khz. DVDs are typically either 16 bit, 48khz or 24 bit, 48khz.

If you have a choice between these, check that your version of Vegas supports 24 bit audio, otherwise it's not worthwhile.

If your wave files are not the same resolution or rate as the destination of your project, you will need to convert them. I think Vegas can do this on the fly but if you are not happy with the sound of the results you might want to look for an audio editor program to convert them offline with more precise control over the settings.

Vegas generally handles the conversion on the fly about as well as anything. For all but the most critical audiophile cases there's no need to even think about it.

I'll get the music, and give it a try. Thanks for the feedback folks

Something to note:

Vegas Movie Studio supports ACIDized files (which the Industrial Toolkit provides). I believe that, by default, ACIDization for ACIDized samples is never on but can be set via the project properties > Ruler tab.

With that being said, you have to be careful; any imported ACIDized loop/sample using this setting will stay that way even if you change the project's tempo later on. (e.g., Import a sample at 120 BPM. Change the sample to a slower tempo. Import the same sample again on a different track. Notice how it's longer and the original sample stays the same.)

Vegas Movie Studio's Explorer should tell you what tempo the loop/sample was intended for so there's no confusion. Note that any differences in tempo (without ACIDization in Vegas Movie Studio enabled) will produce a sonic mess, even samples that are slightly off in tempo with one another.

Of course, if you feel more musically creative, ACID Pro or ACID Music Studio will handle your needs with aplomb to create soundtracks for your Vegas projects. (ACID Pro and I believe ACID Music Studio also let you import a video track for reference purposes.)

Iacobus

videocopilot.net has a disc with some really good music, Pro Scores. Only problem is the price, $100 bucks. Ouch!

Music for FREE (non commercial use) provided under Creative Commons license (CC) meaning that you only need to give credit to the artist(s) in your videos can be found at www.jamendo.com / www.music4yourvids.co.uk/ and http://incompetech.com/m/c/royalty-free/ . I'm sure there are many other sites but the above are the ones that I use most and in the first link especially, there are literally thousands of music titles to choose from.
I get my FREE sounds from here http://www.freesound.org/index.php which once again fall under the CC license for which you need to give credit for in your videos.

This is getting confusing...I'll try some of those websites for free stuff. This is my 1st computer, and i know nothing about acidizations or stuff like that. Free experimenting on websites sounds like my way to go.
Putting my movies together is quite simple,learning alot on youtube tutorials, i just want a wider range of music to choose from. Hope to eventually shoot-edit-produce hunting videos for customers. Having fun!
Thanks for all the feedback

Just tried that freesounds.org site
That infected my puter with some kind of virus- i freaked out, once again,1st computer--Wont try any more websites -- guess im back to purchasing something. let u all know how it goes.

You can definitely go with anything like the Industrial Toolkit. Just be aware of the limitations as I mentioned before. If you ever need help with your projects, contact me (click my username).