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S3M Converter

Convert S3M files online for free


Drop or upload your .S3M file

How to convert your S3M file

  1. Click Select File above, and choose your S3M file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.


Convert S3M to another file type

The converter easily converts your S3M file to various formats—free and online. No Media Player or extra software needed.

  • S3M to MP3
  • S3M to MOD
  • S3M to MIDI
  • S3M to WAV
  • S3M to AAC
  • S3M to FLAC
  • S3M to OGG
  • S3M to WMA
  • S3M to M4A
  • S3M to AIFF
  • S3M to OPUS
  • S3M to ALAC

Convert a file to S3M

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the S3M file type—in the best quality.

  • MIDI to S3M
  • AAC to S3M
  • TTA to S3M
  • AU to S3M
  • WV to S3M
  • DTS to S3M
  • MID to S3M
  • FLAC to S3M
  • RA to S3M
  • MP3 to S3M
  • PCM to S3M
  • WAV to S3M

About S3M files

The S3M file format, or Scream Tracker 3 Module, is a type of audio file used primarily in the demoscene and by musicians composing with tracking software. Known for its capacity to store complex musical sequences and digital instruments, S3M files were popularized in the 1990s by the Scream Tracker software. However, their usage today is limited due to more advanced and versatile audio formats available.

Converting S3M files can be challenging due to their unique structure which combines sample-based audio with sequenced music. When converting S3M files, it's important to ensure that the integrity of the original audio and sequence data is preserved. Some software applications capable of handling S3M file conversion include OpenMPT, Schism Tracker, and libxmp. These tools can convert S3M files into more commonly used formats such as WAV, MP3, and OGG.

However, converting S3M files isn't without its drawbacks. Potential issues include loss of audio quality, especially when converting to compressed formats like MP3. Moreover, not all software maintains the original nuances of S3M files, which can affect the playback experience.

Despite these challenges, converting S3M files is often necessary to ensure compatibility with modern music players and editing software. We recommend using the free and easy online service Convert.Guru for your conversion needs. By simply dragging and dropping your S3M files onto the Convert.Guru webpage, you can effortlessly convert them to various formats such as WAV, MP3, or OGG, while maintaining the audio quality and sequence integrity.

In conclusion, while S3M files are a significant part of digital music history, using modern formats is more practical. Let Convert.Guru handle your S3M file conversions for a smooth and reliable experience.


The S3M 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 S3M converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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