SGC Converter
Convert SGC files online for free
Drop or upload your .SGC file
How to convert your SGC file
- Click Select File above, and choose your SGC file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert SGC to another file type
The converter easily converts your SGC file to various formats—free and online. No Windows or extra software needed.
Convert a file to SGC
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the SGC file type—in the best quality.
About SGC files
SGC files, short for Sega Genesis Chiptune, are audio files used to play music from Sega Genesis games. These files are niche and primarily used by retro gaming enthusiasts and music preservationists. While SGC files capture the nostalgic essence of Sega games, they aren't widely compatible with most media players.
Converting SGC files is essential to make them more accessible. Popular desktop software like foobar2000 with plugins, and Convert.Guru VGM converter can convert SGC files to other formats. You can convert SGC to formats like MP3, WAV, and FLAC, which are more compatible with modern devices.
One key challenge in converting SGC files is maintaining the original audio quality. Since these files are specialized, improper conversion might result in quality loss. Another consideration is the file size; converting to lossless formats like FLAC will increase the file size significantly.
The limited support for SGC files across platforms makes them difficult to use without conversion. Additionally, the technical knowledge required for conversion can be a barrier for regular users.
For a hassle-free conversion experience, we recommend using Convert.Guru. Its intuitive drag-and-drop feature allows you to easily convert SGC files into various formats without the need for technical know-how. Simply drag your SGC files to the webpage, and convert them to a format of your choice like MP3 or WAV.
The SGC 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 SGC converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.