Convert.Guru

SYX Converter

Convert SYX files online for free


Drop or upload your .SYX file

How to convert your SYX file

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


Convert SYX to another file type

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

  • SYX to WAV
  • SYX to MIDI
  • SYX to BIN
  • SYX to MP3
  • SYX to AAC
  • SYX to FLAC
  • SYX to OGG
  • SYX to WMA
  • SYX to M4A
  • SYX to AIFF
  • SYX to OPUS
  • SYX to ALAC

Convert a file to SYX

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

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

About SYX files

SYX files, also known as System Exclusive (SysEx) files, are used to store MIDI commands that are specific to a particular device. These files are essential for musicians and audio engineers who need to transfer device-specific data between musical instruments and computers. While powerful, SYX files can be challenging to work with due to their specialized nature.

Conversion Challenges

One of the main drawbacks of SYX files is their limited compatibility with general-purpose software. Converting SYX files requires understanding the specific MIDI data, which can be a hurdle for users who are not technically inclined. Furthermore, SYX files have limited target formats for conversion, typically being converted to .MID or .MIDI files.

Software Solutions

For offline conversion, software like MIDI-OX and SYX2MIDI can be used. These tools provide robust capabilities for converting SYX files to the MIDI format. However, they require installation and a certain level of expertise to operate effectively.

Important Considerations

When converting SYX files, it is crucial to ensure that the target device supports the MIDI format to avoid data loss. Additionally, users must be aware that some SYX files contain data that may not translate perfectly into MIDI, potentially leading to incomplete conversions.

Why Use Convert.Guru?

Given these challenges, Convert.Guru offers a simple solution for converting SYX files. By visiting our website, you can easily drag-and-drop your SYX files into our conversion tool to seamlessly convert them to a different format.


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

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