Convert.Guru

RA Converter

Convert RA files online for free


Drop or upload your .RA file

How to convert your RA file

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


Convert RA to another file type

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

  • RA to RZ
  • RA to RMS
  • RA to MP3
  • RA to WAV
  • RA to AAC
  • RA to FLAC
  • RA to OGG
  • RA to WMA
  • RA to M4A
  • RA to AIFF
  • RA to OPUS
  • RA to ALAC

Convert a file to RA

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

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

About RA files

RA files, or RealAudio files, are a format developed by RealNetworks to stream audio over the internet. Known for their small file size, RA files are efficient for streaming but often compromise on audio quality. For more details, you can visit the RealAudio Wikipedia page.

Conversion Options for RA Files

Converting RA files can be challenging due to their proprietary nature. However, several software applications can handle these conversions. VLC Media Player is a versatile tool that can convert RA files into more accessible formats like MP3, WAV, and AAC. Another option is foobar2000, which supports various plugins to extend its conversion capabilities.

Considerations and Challenges

While converting RA files, it s important to consider potential losses in audio quality, especially when converting to formats like MP3, which are already lossy. Additionally, not all software supports RA files natively, necessitating extra plugins or codecs, which can complicate the process.

Drawbacks of RA Files

The primary drawback of RA files is their limited compatibility with modern media players and devices, making them less practical for everyday use. They are also less efficient in maintaining audio quality compared to other formats.

Why Use Convert.Guru?

For quick and hassle-free conversion of RA files into a wide range of formats such as MP3, WAV, AAC, and more, we recommend using the Convert.Guru website. Simply drag and drop your RA files onto the webpage to experience a seamless conversion process. Convert.Guru offers a user-friendly interface that ensures your files are converted safely and reliably, without the need for complex software installations.


The RA 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 RA converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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