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OPUS converter
Counter OPUS → 6 formats
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Opus is an open audio codec for speech and music with very low latency. Drop your file and choose what it becomes.
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What is OPUS?
Opus is an open audio codec for speech and music with very low latency. WhatsApp voice notes are saved as .opus files.
WhatsApp voice notes, video calls and internet radio.
Strengths
- Best quality at low bitrates
- Very efficient for speech
- Royalty-free
Weaknesses
- Most music players, cars and older phones cannot open it
| Full name | Opus Interactive Audio Codec |
|---|---|
| Created by | IETF (RFC 6716) |
| Year | 2012 |
| Extensions | .opus |
| MIME | audio/opus, audio/ogg |
| Family | Audio |
Convert to OPUS
| Family | Give | → | Get | What you gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MP3 | OPUS | most efficient for speech · MP3 recording | ||
| WAV | OPUS | most efficient for speech · studio recording | ||
| M4A | OPUS | most efficient for speech · iPhone voice memo | ||
| AAC | OPUS | most efficient for speech · raw AAC stream | ||
| OGG | OPUS | most efficient for speech · Telegram voice message | ||
| FLAC | OPUS | most efficient for speech · lossless archive | ||
| WMA | OPUS | most efficient for speech · old Windows Media audio | ||
| AIFF | OPUS | most efficient for speech · Mac studio recording |
Frequently asked questions
What is OPUS?
Opus is an open audio codec for speech and music with very low latency. WhatsApp voice notes are saved as .opus files.
What is OPUS used for?
WhatsApp voice notes, video calls and internet radio.
Which formats can OPUS be converted to?
On this page OPUS files convert to MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, OGG, FLAC. MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WMA, AIFF files can also be turned into OPUS.
How long does a conversion take?
Most files convert in a few seconds. Long videos and documents with many pages can take a few minutes; the row shows the progress.