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SHN to XM - Online Audio Converter
Convert SHN to XM online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert SHN to XM
Drop SHN audio here or click to select
SHN
XM (XM)
About SHN to XM
Convert SHN to XM. SHN (Shorten) is the 1990s concert-trading codec for live recordings. XM (FastTracker 2) sequences 32 instruments with envelopes. Volume-column effects vary by engine; audition the render..
Why convert SHN to XM?
- Tiny files with XM note events (no audio samples).
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
SHN vs XM
| Codec | SHN | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | lossless | sequence |
| Sample behavior | Full quality kept | Note events - no audio samples |
| Typical use | SHN (Shorten) is the 1990s concert-trading codec for live recordings. | XM (FastTracker 2) sequences 32 instruments with envelopes. |
When not to convert SHN to XM
- Skip XM for recorded sound: it stores note events, not audio, so keep the SHN recording.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive SHN before batch XM shares.
Limits
Starting point: SHN - SHN (Shorten) is the 1990s concert-trading codec for live recordings. Seek tables can be sparse; verify duration after conversion. Volume-column effects vary by engine; audition the render. Encode XM (XM) from SHN at 256k for music or 128k for speech, starting from the master.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert SHN to XM?
Drop your SHN file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as XM instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for XM?
The default codec for XM is XM. You can change audio parameters in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed audio. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.