SHN to MOD - Online Audio Converter
Convert SHN to MOD online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
About SHN to MOD
Convert SHN to MOD. SHN (Shorten) is the 1990s concert-trading codec for live recordings. MOD names both JVC's MPEG-2 camcorder files and tracker music modules. Camcorder files convert as video; tracker modules convert as audio..
Why convert SHN to MOD?
- Smaller files with MOD lossy compression.
- Keep animation and transparency where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
SHN vs MOD
| Animation | No | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | No | No |
| Compression | lossless | lossy |
| Typical use | SHN (Shorten) is the 1990s concert-trading codec for live recordings. | MOD names both JVC's MPEG-2 camcorder files and tracker music modules. |
When not to convert SHN to MOD
- Skip MOD for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the SHN original.
- No motion to preserve: SHN is a still, so pick MOD for size or compatibility rather than animation.
Limits
Starting point: SHN - SHN (Shorten) is the 1990s concert-trading codec for live recordings. Seek tables can be sparse; verify duration after conversion. Camcorder files convert as video; tracker modules convert as audio. Encode MOD (MPEG-2 / MP2) from SHN at a bitrate near the source, and confirm the audio track before converting.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.