OPUS Converter

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  2. Choose the output format.

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With this online Opus file converter, you can change your audio format in an easy way while keeping the best sound quality. To convert Opus files, just add them to the software and start converting. In turn, if you want an app with more conversion features, download the trial desktop version of this Opus converter for free for Windows PC and Mac.

What is OPUS?

Full name

Opus

Format type

Audio

Developed by

Xiph.Org Foundation

Description

Opus is a lossy audio format created in 2012 by the Xiph.Org Foundation and then standardized by the IETS (Internet Engineering Task Force). The Opus format is usually used by music streaming services and messaging apps with voice-recording features. We’ve provided specifications below for the Opus file type and a list of programs that can play Opus files.

File extension

.Opus

Technical details

In Opus files, audio data is stored in an OGG container. Opus files are encoded with SILK (codec developed by Skype) or CELT (codec created by Xiph.Org) and support variable bit rates (6-510 kb/s). We’ve listed below some of the programs that support the playback of Opus files. Refer to this list if you’re not sure how to open this type of audio file.

Associated programs

VLC, Winamp, SMplayer, and AIMP

Frequently asked questions

What is an .opus file?

What is the .opus format?

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