[HOW-TO] DSF (DSD file) to FLAC [Mac Windows]
How to Convert DSF to FLAC
To convert DSF (DSD files) to FLAC on Mac or Windows in high quality:
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Start audio converter software AuI ConverteR 48x44.
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Push Open files button and choose input .dsf (DSD file type)*
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At main window (right middle part) > Format panel select target FLAC format, its sample rate and bit depth.
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Select target directory for converted files
In the main window (left lower part) > Directory output files field.
It can be as absolute as relative (of source file) directory.
You can enter directory manually or via "..." button.
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Click Start button.
- Wait until conversion end. Look for converted files into target directory selected in goal 4.
* if it's available in purchased software configuration (check the DSF to FLAC software configurations)
WARNING: DSF (DSD audio file) to FLAC is supported in price configurable Modula-R and all-included PROduce-RD
For ISO tracks, DSF, DFF with length more 3 minutes FREE demo version mute 2-second silence in the output middle
Conversion DSF to FLAC: general issues
Sound quality of conversion
Different audio conversion software can be of different quality: noise/distortion level.
AuI ConverteR vs a converter software: DSD64 to PCM 44.1 kHz aliases
In ideal case, should not be repeatable lines with lower brightness. These lines show audible distortions, that correlate with original signal.
Speed of conversion may depend on conversion accuracy.
Sometimes reducing playback noise level can be achieved via frequency band reducing of converted music stuff.
Check AuI ConverteR's Settings > General tab > Filter mode list. If you have noise during playing back of converted FLAC, use "Optimized mode" for DSF to FLAC conversion.
Read more about filter modes and other quality issues >
Output format compression
FLAC compression level don't alter qound quality of music. After unpacking binary content is same for any compression level.
Check AuI ConverteR's Settings > General tab > FLAC compressing slider.
Metadata
Metadata from input files may be exported into output ones, including artwork.
AuI ConverteR with metadata editor option allow batch editing mrtadata of albums (group of files) and assigning own album artwork.
Software configurations to convert DSF to FLAC
AuI ConverteR have several price/functionality options, that allow to save your budget for necessary functionality.
* All prices at this page in the U.S. dollars without V.A.T. and other applicable taxes. The prices are recommended. Information at this page is not a public offer.
[MINIMAL PRICE] configuration (from $55.4*) to convert
DSF / DFF (up to DSD128) to FLAC (up to 192 kHz, 24 bit, 32 bit float)
[Recommended] configuration (from $148.4*) to convert
DSF / DFF (up to DSD512) to FLAC (up to 192 kHz, 24 bit, 32 bit float)
with parallel processing, true gapless mode, level normalization.
[Recommended] All-included configuration (from $249.8*) PROduce-RD
Input fileld of target directory
F.A.Q. DFF, DSF (DSD files) to FLAC conversion
Is DSD better than FLAC?
FLAC may be better DSD or worse. It's depending on implementation of ADC, DAC and quality of recorded/played back stuff. Read more...
How do I convert DSF to FLAC?
Read:
- How to convert DSF to FLAC
- The conversion sound quality
What is a DSF audio file?
DSF audio file contains DSD audio stream and information about track (song): artwork, name, album, etc. Read more...
How do I play DSF on foobar2000?
Read step-by-step DSD on foobar2000 user guide...
How do I convert DSF to mp3?
Read step-by-step DSF to mp3 conversion user guide...
Can VLC play DSF files?
As far as the author know, the DSF playback ability of VLC, on moment of the article writing, still not implemented.
Read educational articles about DSD and FLAC audio files
