Convert RSN to RNS

Understanding RSN and RNS file formats

RSN files are compressed archives used primarily for storing Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) music in the RSN format, which is essentially a RAR-compressed collection of SPC files. These files are popular in the video game music community for sharing complete soundtracks in a single, compressed package.

RNS files, on the other hand, are Reason Song files created by Propellerhead Reason, a digital audio workstation (DAW). RNS files contain project data, including instrument settings, MIDI data, and audio samples, and are used for music production rather than playback of SNES music.

Can you convert RSN to RNS?

Direct conversion from RSN to RNS is not straightforward or typically possible, as these formats serve entirely different purposes. RSN is an archive of SNES music files, while RNS is a project file for a DAW. However, if your goal is to use SNES music in Reason, you can extract the SPC files from the RSN archive and then convert or sample them for use in Reason.

How to extract and use RSN files in Reason

1. Extract the RSN archive: Use a tool like WinRAR or 7-Zip to open the RSN file and extract the contained SPC files.
2. Convert SPC to WAV: Use a converter such as Audio Overload or SPC Tool to play and export SPC files to WAV format.
3. Import WAV into Reason: Open Reason and use File → Import Audio File to bring the WAV files into your RNS project.

Recommended software for the process

• 7-Zip or WinRAR – for extracting RSN archives.
• Audio Overload or SPC Tool – for converting SPC files to WAV.
• Propellerhead Reason – for creating and editing RNS files.

Summary

While you cannot directly convert an RSN file to an RNS file, you can extract the music data from RSN archives and import it into Reason by converting the SPC files to WAV format. This allows you to use SNES music samples in your Reason projects.