Convert AVR to SXT

Understanding AVR and SXT file formats

AVR files are audio files associated with the Audio Visual Research (AVR) format, which was commonly used on older Atari ST computers. These files typically contain sampled audio data and are not widely supported by modern audio software.

SXT files are sample instrument files used by Propellerhead Reason's NN-XT Advanced Sampler. An SXT file contains references to audio samples and mapping information, allowing users to play and manipulate sampled sounds within Reason.

How to convert AVR to SXT

Direct conversion from AVR to SXT is not natively supported by most audio software, as these formats serve different purposes. However, you can achieve this conversion through a two-step process:

1. Convert AVR to WAV: Use an audio converter to change the AVR file into a more common format like WAV, which is supported by most digital audio workstations (DAWs).
2. Import WAV into Reason and create SXT: Open Propellerhead Reason, load the WAV file into the NN-XT Advanced Sampler, and save the instrument as an SXT file.

Recommended software for conversion

• Awave Audio: This versatile audio converter supports AVR files and can export to WAV. To convert, use File → Open to load your AVR file, then File → Save as and select WAV as the output format.
• Propellerhead Reason: After converting to WAV, open Reason, load the WAV into the NN-XT sampler, and use File → Save Patch As to create an SXT file.

Summary of the conversion process

While there is no direct AVR to SXT converter, using Awave Audio to convert AVR to WAV and then Reason to create an SXT instrument is the most effective workflow. This method ensures your original audio is preserved and mapped correctly for use in Reason's NN-XT sampler.