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SILK to AU - Online Audio Converter
Convert SILK to AU online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert SILK to AU
Drop SILK audio here or click to select
SILK
AU (PCM 16-bit)
About SILK to AU
Convert SILK to AU. SILK is Skype's speech codec for voice calls. AU is Sun's simple container, usually holding 8 kHz telephony audio. Headers are minimal; verify sample rate after conversion..
Why convert SILK to AU?
- Larger files than lossy shares with AU uncompressed quality.
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
SILK vs AU
| Codec | SILK | PCM 16-bit |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | lossy | uncompressed |
| Sample behavior | Quality set by bitrate | Full quality kept |
| Typical use | SILK is Skype's speech codec for voice calls. | AU is Sun's simple container, usually holding 8 kHz telephony audio. |
When not to convert SILK to AU
- Skip AU for the smallest share: lossless output stays large, so prefer a lossy target when sending SILK files.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive SILK before batch AU shares.
Limits
Starting point: SILK - SILK is Skype's speech codec for voice calls. Raw captures may lack headers; verify rate after conversion. Headers are minimal; verify sample rate after conversion. Encode AU (PCM 16-bit) from SILK at 256k for music or 128k for speech, starting from the master.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert SILK to AU?
Drop your SILK file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as AU instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for AU?
The default codec for AU is PCM 16-bit. You can change audio parameters in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed audio. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.