DAW conversion
Convert Ableton to REAPER: ALS to RPP
To convert a Ableton Live project to REAPER, open Wolflow’s Converter, select the .als file and choose REAPER as the destination. Open the resulting .rpp in the destination DAW and review the report: clips, MIDI, automation and plugins transfer within the project’s compatibility limits.
When to move from Ableton Live to REAPER
Moving from Live to REAPER can support recording, editing or mixing an arranged production. Project conversion retains supported editable elements; stem export prepares audio tracks for a workflow centered on mixing.
Prepare the project, samples and plugins
Collect the Live Set’s recordings and samples with Collect All and Save. Identify native and Max for Live devices that define the song’s sound. For devices without a supported conversion, prepare an audio reference while keeping the original Set intact.
- Keep the original and work on a project copy.
- Install the required compatible plugins in the destination DAW: conversion does not install instruments or licenses.
- When sharing the result on another computer, include media and check external paths.
How to convert .als to .rpp
- Install Wolflow for Windows or macOS and open the Converter.
- Select the .als project from your library or drop it into the Converter.
- Choose REAPER, run the conversion and read the report before opening the .rpp file.
What to check in REAPER
Open the RPP in REAPER and review audio items, MIDI notes, envelopes and FX chains. Check Live’s returns and the rebuilt routing separately. If the mix changes, use the report to distinguish a missing plugin from a feature that did not transfer.
Compare playback with the original bounce. A file opening successfully does not by itself show that every instrument, automation lane and routing behaves identically.
Project conversion or stems?
Project conversion retains supported editable elements. Stems contain rendered audio: useful for preserving complex parts’ sound, but without editable MIDI and instruments. Choose the method based on the work your collaborator needs to do.
Frequently asked questions
Can I open a .als file directly in REAPER?
These are different project formats. For this route Wolflow generates a .rpp file; renaming the original file’s extension is not enough.
Are plugins and presets preserved?
Wolflow transfers compatible plugin state. Plugin availability, versions, format and native devices can affect the result. The report identifies unsupported elements; also verify playback in the destination DAW.
Can I try the Converter for free?
The Free plan allows one conversion every 7 days, with a connected account and a connection to verify the quota. Projects are processed locally. Check the plans page for availability and limits.
Sources and documentation
Try it with your next project
Wolflow is a desktop app for Windows and macOS. Free conversions and backups require a connected account to verify the 7-day quota; Disk Management is a PRO feature. Check the plans for availability.
