DTS is the competitor surround format to Dolby Digital, common on Blu-ray discs and remuxed movie files.
Typical use: Converting DTS tracks to MP3 or WAV makes them editable and playable outside home theatre gear.
About the DTS format
DTS is Dolby Digital's rival: the other surround format licensed for DVDs and Blu-rays, running at higher bitrates (up to 1.5 Mbps core) for a fuller soundstage. Movie rips and remuxes frequently carry DTS tracks, which is why so many files quietly refuse to play on phones.
Conversion to MP3 or WAV is the way out. Editors will thank you for the WAV; headphones-and-commute listeners will never hear the difference MP3 makes at reasonable bitrates.
Strengths
- ✓ High-bitrate surround on Blu-ray sources
- ✓ Widely present in movie files
Limitations
- ✗ Mobile/web playback almost nonexistent
- ✗ Large compared to lossy stereo
- Compression
- Lossy (DTS core)
- Quality
- Up to 1.5 Mbps surround
- Compatibility
- AV receivers, Blu-ray
- Best for
- Movie soundtracks
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Frequently asked questions
What is a DTS file?
DTS is the competitor surround format to Dolby Digital, common on Blu-ray discs and remuxed movie files.
How do I convert DTS files online?
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Is it safe to convert DTS files here?
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Which formats can DTS convert to?
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