Convert.Guru

GBS Converter

Convert GBS files online for free


Drop or upload your .GBS file

How to convert your GBS file

  1. Click Select File above, and choose your GBS file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.


Convert GBS to another file type

The converter easily converts your GBS file to various formats—free and online. No Media Player or extra software needed.

  • GBS to MBS
  • GBS to MIDI
  • GBS to BYTES
  • GBS to KBS
  • GBS to MP3
  • GBS to WAV
  • GBS to AAC
  • GBS to FLAC
  • GBS to OGG
  • GBS to WMA
  • GBS to M4A
  • GBS to AIFF

Convert a file to GBS

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the GBS file type—in the best quality.

  • MIDI to GBS
  • AAC to GBS
  • TTA to GBS
  • AU to GBS
  • WV to GBS
  • DTS to GBS
  • MID to GBS
  • FLAC to GBS
  • RA to GBS
  • MP3 to GBS
  • PCM to GBS
  • WAV to GBS

About GBS files

GBS files, known as Game Boy Sound files, are used to store music data from Game Boy games. They contain audio data in a format that is specific to the Game Boy's sound hardware. While nostalgic for many, GBS files have limitations due to their vintage nature.

For those wishing to convert GBS files to more common audio formats, such as MP3, WAV, or FLAC, several software options are available. foobar2000, a versatile audio player, can be equipped with the GBS input plugin to play and convert these files. Another option is VGMStream, a library for playback of various streamed audio formats.

GBS files can be challenging to work with due to their unique encoding and the need for specific tools to interpret the data. Converting them can be a tedious task, requiring technical expertise and patience, especially when ensuring the quality of the output file.

While the software solutions mentioned are effective, they can be complex for users not familiar with audio conversion tools. This is where Convert.Guru becomes invaluable. With its user-friendly drag-and-drop feature, you can effortlessly convert GBS files to formats like MP3, WAV, and FLAC. By using Convert.Guru, you bypass the intricacies of manual conversion, ensuring a smooth, reliable process.

In summary, while GBS files offer a unique glimpse into the past, converting them to modern formats is often essential for broader usability.


The GBS Converter Story

The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.

When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.

Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best GBS converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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