DFF to DSF conversion of audio [stereo or multichannel DSD files], may be done either lossless (bit-perfect) or with processing. A conversion tool defines sound quality. Read this step-by-step manual and sound quality recommendations.
 

July 4, 2023 updated | since September 30, 2017
Author: Yuri Korzunov,
Audiophile Inventory's developer with 25+ year experience in digital signal processing,
author of the articles that make audio easy for beginners

How to convert DFF to DSF

To convert DFF to DSF on Mac or Windows:

  1. Start studio conversion software AuI ConverteR 48x44
     

     
  2. Click Open files button and select input DFF files;
     
  3. Select DSF output format, target sample rate (2.8 MHz is DSD64, read more about sample rates);
     
  4. To convert .dff to .dsf with identical quality, in Settings > General > check "Don't make DSP..." switch and select target sampling rate "as input".*
     
  5. Select the output directory.
    In main window of the conversion software (left lower part), use Directory output files field.

    The path may be as absolute as relative (of source file) directory;

  6. Click Start button.

    Wait until the conversion end. Converted DSF files see in the directory selected in goal 4.
     

Read more about AuI ConverteR's configurations to convert DFF to DSF >

* available in PROduce-RD and Modula-R editions.

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Read also: How to convert DSF to FLAC >

 

Sound quality

To provide lossless (bit-perfect) conversion:

  • In Settings > General > check "Don't make DSP..." switch.
  • Select sample rate and bit depth "as input".

When the conversion is performed with resampling, there are some losses (distortions). A sound conversion tool defines the distortion level.

Sound quality comparison of AuI ConverteR and a converter (resampling of DSD audio files)
Sound quality comparison: AuI ConverteR vs a converter

 

The darker background means a lesser noise. Lesser noise means a higher sound quality.

 

Metadata

DFF file doesn't provide metadata (track name, album, performer, etc.). Metadata may be assigned after conversion to DSF files.

 

 

How to Convert DFF to DSF [Mac, Windows]

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert a DFF file?

Read how to convert:

 

What is DSF DFF?

DSF and DFF are DSD file formats.

Read how to convert it...

 

What is DSF music format?

DSF is one of DSD audio file formats.

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How do I convert a DSF file?

You can convert DSF file to:

DFF/DSF...

.wav, .flac, .mp3, .alac and other PCM...

 

Can DSD be converted to FLAC?

Yes. DSD can be converted to FLAC. Read more...

 

 

How do I convert DSF to MP3?

Read how to convert DSF to mp3...

 

How do I play a DSF file?

Read how you can play DSF files...

 

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About DSD audio files

 

About DFF conversion

 

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