File extension .MSV
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Sony Memory Stick Compressed Voice Files | Sony | Audio Files |
The .MSV file extension stands for Memory Stick Voice File, a proprietary file format associated with the Sony Memory Stick portable storage device. Developed by Sony, this particular file format is designed to store audio recordings in 8-bit monaural mode with sampling rates between 8 to 16 kHz. The files are usually stored as raw WAV audio data and compressed using Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding (ATRAC), making them typically small enough to fit on Sony’s Memory Stick media.
Uses
The.MSV file format is primarily used to store audio recordings in a digital format that can be easily transferred and read by a wide range of devices. It can be played back on the Memory Stick with a compatible MS Audio Player, or can even be transferred to a PC and further compressed into better sounding MP3 or AAC files. Additionally, its relatively small size makes it a good choice for storing voice memos, such as dictaphones and professional recording equipment.
Similar File Extensions
Files saved in the.MSV format are similar to other audio file types, such as.MP3,.WAV,.AAC, .FLAC, .WMA, and .OGG. It should be noted that while these other formats can contain similar audio data as an.MSV file they are not able to be placed on the custom proprietary Memory Stick device.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .MSV) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .MSV extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .MSV file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .MSV extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .MSV extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .MSV file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .MSV file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .MSV file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .MSV file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .MSV file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
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