
Check hex header for "DTPK".ĭreamcast digital sound file. A Hex-Editor reveals the true nature of the file.

Just the common extension for DTPK sound files. Files start with "DTPK" if viewed in hex-Editor There are some python scripts to extract DTPK sound files and the aica/am2 driver. There is also the SSF, the "Saturn Sound Format".ĭSF Files are usually manually (or in batch processes) created from MLT files.Ī good way to convert DSF into MP3 or wav is using either vgmstream or a plugin for Foobar.ĭTPK is an AM2 sound file. The ARM7 then resets and executes the image.ĭSF files can be loaded into a Winamp plugin called Highly Theoretical. Dreamcast games don't contain DSP/PSF files, if such files are found they usually originate from someone who ripped the sounds already.Ī DSF file contains a raw ARM7 sound program image which is loaded and copied to a specified address inside the program. So far, such a format has not been publicly released. Also file types not directly found on the disc, but related to Shenmue are mentioned.ĭreamcast Sound Format is the proposed title of a digital music format for encoding Dreamcast music, similar to PlayStation Sound Format (PSF, also "Portable Sound Format). The following is a listing of the file types encountered in Shenmue and what these files contain. If you find any error or have an idea how to rewrite/correct parts of it then just let us know. The article may not be complete or perfect.

It is based on facts and assumptions gathered by fans of the series. The following article is intended to be a compendium trying to explain the characteristics of the files encountered in Shenmue and their handling. Shenmue Files, Emulation & Ripping Compendium
