How to convert your GDM file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your GDM file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert GDM to another file type
The converter easily converts your GDM file to various formats—free and online. No Media Player or extra software needed.
- GDM to PNG
- GDM to MP3
- GDM to WAV
- GDM to AAC
- GDM to FLAC
- GDM to OGG
- GDM to WMA
- GDM to M4A
- GDM to AIFF
- GDM to OPUS
- GDM to ALAC
- GDM to APE
Convert a file to GDM
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the GDM file type—in the best quality.
- MIDI to GDM
- AAC to GDM
- TTA to GDM
- AU to GDM
- WV to GDM
- DTS to GDM
- MID to GDM
- FLAC to GDM
- RA to GDM
- MP3 to GDM
- PCM to GDM
- WAV to GDM
About GDM files
GDM files, commonly associated with the Bells, Whistles, and Sound Boards (BWSB) audio format, are a type of module file that stores music data. These files are less popular today due to the rise of more advanced audio formats. Despite this, you may still encounter GDM files, especially if you're dealing with retro or niche digital music compositions.
Converting GDM files can be challenging due to their unique structure and limited compatibility with modern software. However, software such as OpenMPT and VGMPlay can be used to open and export GDM files to more commonly used formats like MP3, WAV, and FLAC. While these tools are effective, they may require a learning curve and technical understanding to use effectively.
When converting GDM files, it's important to consider the potential loss of quality or the alteration of audio characteristics. This can occur because GDM files often contain specific audio effects and settings that may not translate perfectly to another format. Furthermore, the lack of metadata support in GDM files can lead to missing information post-conversion.
While using desktop software is an option, it can be cumbersome and time-consuming for those less familiar with file conversion processes. This is why we recommend using the free and user-friendly website, Convert.Guru. Simply drag and drop your GDM files onto the page, and effortlessly convert them to a wide range of formats. This method is not only convenient but also ensures a reliable conversion process without the need for technical expertise.
Use Convert.Guru online viewer to open and convert your GDM file.
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The GDM Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began over 25 years ago in California with Tom Simondi’s file-format database. A former contributor to Space Shuttle development and a software pioneer of the 1980s, Simondi established a trusted resource for file type analysis that was even referenced by Microsoft Windows XP. Today, we use modern technology to process and convert thousands of file formats while continually improving our GDM converter.