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AU at a glance
AU
Convert AU files with ConverterHQ using workflows tuned for audio compatibility, predictable output, and practical downstream use.
Category
Audio
Extensions
.au
MIME types
audio/basic
Created
1987
Inventor
Sun Microsystems
Status
active
DSD Stream File at a glance
DSD Stream File
Convert DSD Stream File files with ConverterHQ using workflows tuned for audio compatibility, predictable output, and practical downstream use.
Category
Audio
Extensions
.dsf
MIME types
audio/x-dsf, audio/dsd
Created
2005
Inventor
Sony
Status
active
Format comparison
| Feature | AU | DSD Stream File |
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| File type | Audio | Audio |
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| Created year | 1987 | 2005 |
| Inventor | Sun Microsystems | Sony |
| Status | active | active |
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| Multitrack support | Not supported | Not supported |
| HDR support | Not supported | Not supported |
| Streaming ready | Not supported | Supported |
When to use each format
When to use AU
- Your source file is already in AU.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to DSD Stream File.
- AU is commonly used in audio workflows.
When to use DSD Stream File
- Your target workflow expects DSD Stream File.
- Improve delivery compatibility with DSD Stream File.
- DSD Stream File is commonly used in audio workflows.
FAQs
Why convert AU to DSD Stream File?
Convert to DSF when managing a tagged DSD music library, preserving high-resolution masters for audiophile playback, or distributing downloadable DSD releases where metadata support matters.
It is especially useful when native DSD audio needs to stay intact while remaining easier to catalog than DFF.
What changes when converting AU to DSD Stream File?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
Moving to DSD Stream File adds streaming delivery.
What should I review after converting AU to DSD Stream File?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.