# Audio Multichannel Split

Split a multichannel audio file into separate mono tracks (one per channel)

> Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/audio-multichannel-split

- **Category:** Media

- **Keywords:** audio, multichannel, mono, split

## Overview

The Audio Multichannel Split tool decomposes a multichannel audio file into separate mono tracks, with each channel saved as an individual file. This is ideal for editing, analysis, or isolating specific channels from recordings like stereo or surround sound.

## Inputs

- **Multichannel Audio** (file): Select a multichannel audio file

## When to use

- When you need to edit or process each audio channel independently in post-production workflows.
- When isolating specific channels from a multichannel recording for clarity or focused analysis.
- When preparing audio files for systems that require mono input, such as certain broadcast or telephony applications.

## How it works

- Upload your multichannel audio file using the provided input field.
- The tool automatically detects the number of channels in the uploaded file.
- It processes the audio and generates separate mono tracks for each channel.
- Download the resulting mono files for use in your audio projects.

## Use cases

- Audio editing in film post-production to adjust dialogue, music, and effects on separate tracks.
- Music production for isolating individual instruments or vocals from a multitrack recording.
- Audio forensics to analyze specific channels in surveillance or investigative recordings.

## Frequently asked questions

### What audio file formats are supported?

The tool supports common audio formats like WAV, MP3, FLAC, and others, as indicated by the 'audio/*' file type.

### Is there a limit on the number of channels?

The tool can handle any number of channels present in the uploaded file, up to the file's specifications.

### What is the maximum file size allowed?

The maximum file size is 500 MB, as specified in the tool's limits.

### Can I choose which channels to split?

No, the tool splits all channels in the multichannel file into separate mono tracks automatically.

### Does the original file get modified?

No, the original file remains unchanged. New mono files are created based on the split.

## Related tools

- [Extract Center Channel](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/audio-center-channel-extract): Extract the center channel from a surround audio file or video audio track
- [Audio Channel Mixer](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/audio-channel-mix): Mix left and right channels into mono with specific ratios
- [Audio Join 5.1](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/audio-join-5-1): Join six mono tracks into a 5.1 surround file
- [Audio Join Stereo](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/audio-join-stereo): Join two mono tracks into a single stereo file
- [Extract Left Channel](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/audio-left-channel-extract): Extract only the left channel to a mono file
- [Mid/Side Decode](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/audio-mid-side-decode): Decode a Mid/Side file back into a stereo file
- [Mid/Side Encode](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/audio-mid-side-encode): Encode a stereo file into Mid/Side channels
- [Extract Right Channel](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/audio-right-channel-extract): Extract only the right channel to a mono file

## Samples

- [Copyright-Free FLAC Audio Samples](https://elysiatools.com/en/samples/flac-samples): Lossless FLAC audio samples for testing and development, mirrored from MP3 set with nature sounds and meditation music
- [Copyright-Free MP3 Audio Samples](https://elysiatools.com/en/samples/mp3-samples): Collection of royalty-free audio samples for testing and development purposes including nature sounds, meditation music, and ambient audio
- [Copyright-Free WAV Audio Samples](https://elysiatools.com/en/samples/wav-samples): Uncompressed PCM WAV audio samples for testing and development, mirrored from MP3 set with nature sounds and meditation music
- [Copyright-Free Raw PCM Audio Samples](https://elysiatools.com/en/samples/pcm-samples): Raw PCM s16le audio samples featuring nature ambience and relaxing music for waveform, playback, and conversion workflows

## Related content

- [Audio Channel Routing and Delivery Verification](https://elysiatools.com/en/hubs/audio-channel-routing): Route, split, join, and convert mono or stereo audio while preserving left/right intent and checking the final file before delivery.