PAF to AMB Converter

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Simple Workflow

Upload your PAF recording, select AMB, and download the result — three steps, no technical skills required.

Browser-Based

Everything happens in your browser — no plugins, no downloads, no desktop software. Just open the page and convert PAF to AMB.

Format Upgrade

PAF is a niche legacy format with minimal support. Converting to AMB brings your audio into a format recognized by Reaper and many other tools.

How to convert PAF to AMB

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Select files from Computer, Google Drive, Dropbox, URL or by dragging it on the page.

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Choose amb or any other format you need as a result (more than 200 formats supported)

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Let the file convert and you can download your amb file right afterwards

About formats

PAF (Paris Audio File) is the native audio format of the Ensoniq PARIS (Professional Audio Recording Integrated System) digital audio workstation, developed by Ensoniq in the late 1990s. PARIS was a hardware/software DAW that earned a loyal following among recording engineers for its warm analog-like sound and reliable operation, with PAF serving as its primary working file container. The format stores uncompressed PCM audio at 16-bit or 24-bit resolution and standard professional sample rates (44.1, 48, and 96 kHz), preserving full fidelity without lossy compression. PAF uses a straightforward binary layout — a compact header followed by interleaved sample data — enabling efficient real-time read and write during recording sessions. One notable advantage is support for both big-endian and little-endian byte ordering, reflecting the PARIS system's cross-platform roots on Mac and PC. After Ensoniq's acquisition by E-mu Systems and then Creative Technology, the PARIS DAW was discontinued, but PAF files remain important for studios with archived projects in this format. Tools like SoX and libsndfile can read and convert PAF files, ensuring long-term accessibility.
Developer: Ensoniq
Initial release: 1998
AMB files contain audio encoded in Ambisonic B-format, a full-sphere surround sound technique conceived by Michael Gerzon during the 1970s. Unlike channel-based systems such as 5.1 or 7.1, Ambisonics captures a complete three-dimensional sound field using spherical harmonics — first-order B-format consists of four channels: W (omnidirectional), X (front-back), Y (left-right), and Z (up-down). This representation is speaker-independent, meaning one recording can be decoded to any loudspeaker arrangement or binaural headphones without remixing. AMB files typically store uncompressed PCM data and are processed by tools like SoX or specialized plugins. A core advantage is spatial flexibility — creators produce one master file that adapts to stereo, surround, or immersive playback. The format also scales elegantly: higher-order Ambisonics adds channels for increased spatial precision upon the same mathematical framework. With the growth of virtual reality, 360-degree video, and spatial audio for gaming, Ambisonics has experienced a resurgence, adopted by platforms like YouTube for immersive media delivery.
Initial release: 1975

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert PAF to AMB?

PAF is a discontinued DAW format with zero modern player support. Converting to AMB gives you full-sphere surround sound capture.

How do I open a AMB audio?

You can open AMB with Reaper, Ambisonic plugins, VLC, and spatial audio tools.

Does PAF to AMB conversion affect quality?

AMB preserves audio data faithfully. Since PAF already has limited fidelity, the AMB output matches the original quality exactly.

Can I convert PAF to AMB on any device?

Yes — the converter runs entirely in your browser, so it works on Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile devices alike.

Can I convert multiple PAF recordings at once?

Yes — upload several PAF recordings simultaneously and they will all be converted to AMB in parallel, saving you time.

Does PAF to AMB conversion cost anything?

Standard conversions are available at no cost. Paid plans unlock higher limits and faster processing for heavy usage.