Open DSS files with File Viewer Plus
Do you need to open a DSS file?
File Viewer Plus can open DSS (Digital Speech Standard Audio) files and provides several playback options. You can also convert DSS files to the MP3 and MPEG-4 (M4A) formats at different bitrates and frequencies.
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What is a .DSS file?
DSS files are audio files saved in the Digital Speech Standard (DSS) format, a compressed audio format designed specifically for voice recording rather than music. DSS uses lossy compression optimized for speech, allowing long recording times while keeping file sizes small and spoken words clear. The format is commonly used in professional dictation, transcription, and voice note workflows, especially in medical, legal, and business environments.
You may encounter DSS files when working with digital voice recorders from manufacturers such as Olympus or Philips, receiving dictated recordings for transcription, or exporting audio from dictation software. File Viewer Plus can play DSS files and convert the audio to MP3 or M4A formats at different bitrates and frequencies.
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