Extract Audio from Video
Upload MP4, MOV, or WebM. Choose MP3 for universal play or M4A to keep AAC fidelity.
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How to extract audio from a video
- Upload the video MP4, MOV, WebM, and other common containers with an audio track.
- Pick MP3 or M4A MP3 plays everywhere; M4A often copies AAC bit-for-bit for music and VO.
- Download the audio Your original video file stays unchanged — you get a separate soundtrack.
Video to MP3 / M4A for creators
- MP3 or M4A. Universal compatibility, or maximum fidelity when the source already uses AAC.
- No re-recording. Audio is taken from the file itself — not played out of speakers and captured again.
- Fast extract. No timeline scrubbing — upload, choose format, download.
- Pairs with transcription. Extract first, then send the file to Transcribe Audio to Text.
Why extract audio from video?
Sometimes you only need the sound: a lecture for the commute, an interview headed for transcription, a song that only exists as a live clip, or a voiceover you want to re-edit. Creators search extract audio from video, video to MP3, and video to M4A for this job.
Tyndall pulls the track on the server for a small credit cost. Choose M4A when you want AAC fidelity; choose MP3 when the file has to play on everything.
Format tips
- Prefer M4A for music. Most MP4s already carry AAC — M4A can keep that track with less quality loss than MP3.
- MP3 for speech that must travel. Cars, phones, and upload forms almost always accept MP3.
- Silent videos fail cleanly. If there is no audio track, you get an error instead of a blank file.
Extract audio from video FAQ
How do I extract audio from a video?
Upload the clip on this page, choose MP3 or M4A, and download the soundtrack.
Will I lose audio quality?
M4A often copies AAC without re-encoding. MP3 always re-encodes; for speech the difference is usually small.
Can I extract audio on iPhone or Android?
Yes — open this page in the phone browser, upload from camera roll or Files, and download the audio back.
Do I need credits?
Yes — a small fixed credit cost per extract. Sign in to run.