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What is a SHN file?
SHN, or Shorten, is a lossless audio compression format developed in the late 1990s. It was one of the earliest formats to allow users to archive audio without quality loss, making it popular in live music trading communities.
Although largely replaced by more efficient formats like FLAC, SHN is still found in older bootlegs, concert recordings, and audio archives. Conversion to FLAC is often necessary for modern playback.
How to open SHN files
SHN files can be opened with Foobar2000 (with plugin), Winamp (with SHN plugin), and legacy tools like mkwACT or Trader's Little Helper.
To convert SHN to FLAC or MP3, AnyConv can simplify the process directly in your browser.
Key facts about SHN
- Full name: Shorten Compressed Audio
- Extension: .shn
- MIME type: audio/x-shorten
- Developed by: SoftSound / etree.org
- Initial release: 1999
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about SHN
- Do I need to install software to convert SHN files?No extra software is required. Just upload your SHN files to AnyConv, we’ll convert them on our servers, and you can download the finished file right away.
- Can I use SHN converter on my phone or tablet?Yes, you can convert SHN files on any device - including phones and tablets. AnyConv works perfectly on mobile.
- Is it safe to convert SHN files with AnyConv?Yes, converting SHN files with AnyConv is secure. All files are automatically deleted after conversion and never shared.
- Can I convert multiple SHN files at once?Yes, our converter supports batch processing. You can upload several SHN files and convert them all at once.