How to Create Custom Radio Stations in GTA 5 - Music Mod Guide 2025

How to Create Custom Radio Stations in GTA 5

Add your own music to GTA 5 with custom radio stations. Multiple methods available.

Method 1: Self Radio (Built-in)

GTA 5 has built-in custom music support:

1. Navigate to Documents/Rockstar Games/GTA V/User Music
2. Create the folder if it doesnt exist
3. Add MP3 files to the folder
4. Launch GTA 5
5. Go to Settings > Audio > Scan for Music
6. Wait for scan to complete
7. Self Radio station now has your music!

Self Radio Tips:

• Use 128-320kbps MP3 files
• Organize with consistent naming
• Rescan after adding new songs

Method 2: Radio Mod (Replace Stations)

Replace existing radio stations with custom ones:

1. Download radio replacement mod or create your own
2. Convert music to GTA format (.awc)
3. Open OpenIV
4. Navigate to x64/audio/sfx/
5. Find radio station .rpf file
6. Replace audio files

Method 3: Add New Radio Station

Advanced - adds entirely new station:

1. Use radio station creation tools
2. Convert audio to proper format
3. Create station metadata
4. Add as DLC pack
5. Register in audio files

Audio Conversion

Converting MP3 to GTA format:

1. Use GTA Audio Toolkit
2. Import MP3 files
3. Export as .awc format
4. 48000Hz sample rate required

Creating Playlists

For Self Radio:

• Songs play in alphabetical order
• Use numbered prefixes: 01_song.mp3, 02_song.mp3
• Or use playlist manager mod

DJ Talk and Ads

For authentic radio feel:

• Record your own DJ segments
• Add between songs
• Or download DJ packs

Troubleshooting

Self Radio empty:

• Run Scan for Music in settings
• Check file format (MP3 only)
• Verify folder location

Songs not playing:

• Check audio format
• Corrupt file - re-encode

Conclusion

Custom radio enhances immersion with your favorite music. Self Radio is easiest way to start!