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Convert AU to SPX
Convert AU to SPX format — 100% browser-based, no upload required.
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About these formats
Source
AU
Sun/NeXT AudioSimple audio format from Sun Microsystems. Originally used in Unix systems and Java audio. Typically stores µ-law compressed audio.
Best for
Unix/Java audioLegacy systemsSimple audio storage
Advantages
- + Simple format
- + Java support
- + Compact for telephony
Limitations
- − Outdated
- − Low quality
- − Limited use
Target
SPX
Speex AudioOpen-source speech codec designed for voice over IP. Provides good speech compression at very low bitrates.
Best for
VoIPVoice chatSpeech compressionPodcasts
Advantages
- + Optimized for speech
- + Open source
- + Very low bitrate
Limitations
- − Superseded by Opus
- − Speech only
- − Declining usage