Properties of DSP Files and How to Open a File with .dsp Extension

DSP files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Dynamic Studio Professional Module

General Information

Title	DSP File Extension
Extension	.dsp
Full Form	Dynamic Studio Professional Module
File Type	Audio Module File
Developer	Unknown
MIME Type	audio/x-dsp

File Function

Primary Function	Store audio data
Additional Functions	Contain patterns, tracks
Features	Module tracking, Sample usage

File Characteristics

Quality	Varies
Supports Layers	Yes
Supports Transparency	No
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

Music Production	Yes
Sound Effects	Yes
Audio Editing	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Low
Best Practices	Regular updates, Safe sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	Unknown
Latest Version	N/A

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.mod, .s3m, .xm, .it

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
Audio Editing Software	Varies	Varies
Module Players	Free, Paid	Varies
Conversion Tools	Free, Paid	Varies

Type 2: Visual C++ 6 Project

The Visual Studio 2010 program from Microsoft implements support for DSP files and C++ applications. Visual C++ applications can be created, opened and edited. This version can be installed on Mac to start working with Visual C++ programs and DSP files. Double-click to launch a .dsp file or any file on a PC.

A .dsp file extension is commonly associated with Visual C++ 6 project files. The Visual C++ 6 project format was developed by Microsoft. DSP files are supported on Windows devices. The DSP file format belongs to the Developer files category with 1205 other formats. Microsoft Visual Studio is the most used program for DSP files. Microsoft Corporation created the Microsoft Visual Studio software. Check the developer’s website for more details on DSP files and the software.

The Visual C++ 6 project file content is encoded in DSP format. These DSP files can be created, opened and edited in Visual C++ 6 application. What does DSP stand for in ARM processors? DSP means digital signal processing. It processes digital or information signals. A DSP processor has an architecture for digital signal processing needs. Does ARM use RISC?

1. Dynamic Studio Professional Module uses the .dsp extension.
2. Visual C++ 6 Project uses the .dsp extension.

The main formats have the .dsp file extension. 1 is Dynamic Studio Professional Module and 2 is Visual C++ 6 Project. Dynamic Studio Professional Module: Developer – N/A, Popularity – N/A.

NOTE: Visual C++ is now included with Microsoft Visual Studio. Programs that open DSP files are sorted by pricing.

The problem with Visual C++ 6 project is that DSP file incorrectly associates with programs. When opening a DSP file, a program selection wizard starts or another program opens. To solve this, double-click the DSP file icon to open it. If the system has an appropriate application and association between file and program, it should open. Step 1: Install Microsoft Visual Studio. Make sure it is installed on the computer. Easiest method is search for Microsoft Visual Studio program name.