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Audio Extract Segment

Extract a single segment from an audio file

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Maximum file size: 200MB Supported formats: audio/*

Key Facts

Category
Media
Input Types
file, text
Output Type
file
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The Audio Extract Segment tool lets you cut out a specific portion from an audio file by defining a start time and duration. It provides a straightforward way to trim or isolate audio segments without requiring advanced editing software.

When to Use

  • •When you need to remove unwanted sections from the start or end of an audio recording.
  • •To extract a specific clip, such as a quote or sound effect, from a longer audio file for sharing or analysis.
  • •When preparing audio samples for music production, podcasts, or presentations.

How It Works

  • •Upload your audio file in a supported format, such as MP3 or WAV.
  • •Enter the segment start time in hh:mm:ss[.ms] format to specify where the extraction begins.
  • •Provide the segment duration in seconds to define how long the extracted part should be.
  • •Initiate the extraction to download the trimmed audio segment as a new file.

Use Cases

Editing podcasts to isolate interview segments or remove background noise.
Creating short audio clips for social media posts or educational materials.
Extracting specific music parts or sound effects for use in new compositions or projects.

Examples

1. Extract Podcast Teaser

Podcast Producer
Background
A podcast producer has a 45-minute episode and needs to create a 1-minute teaser for promotional use.
Problem
Manually trimming the audio requires precise timing and editing tools, which can be inefficient.
How to Use
Upload the podcast episode file, set the start time to 00:00:00, and specify a duration of 60 seconds.
Outcome
A 1-minute audio clip is generated, ready for sharing as a teaser on social media or websites.

2. Isolate Music Riff

Background
A musician wants to extract a 15-second guitar riff from a full song to use as a sample in a new track.
Problem
Finding the exact segment manually is challenging and may degrade audio quality with improper cuts.
How to Use
Upload the song file, enter the start time where the riff begins, such as 00:03:20, and set the duration to 15 seconds.
Outcome
The guitar riff is saved as a separate audio file, maintaining the original sound quality for further use.

Try with Samples

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FAQ

What audio file formats are supported?

The tool supports common audio formats like MP3, WAV, and others compatible with your browser.

Can I extract multiple segments in one operation?

No, this tool extracts only a single segment per use. For multiple segments, repeat the process.

What is the maximum file size allowed?

Audio files must be under 200 MB to ensure smooth processing.

How should I format the start time?

Use hh:mm:ss[.ms] format, for example, 00:01:30.5 for 1 minute, 30 seconds, and 500 milliseconds.

Is there a limit to the segment duration?

The duration is limited by the audio file's total length and the specified start time.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/audio-extract-segment

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
audioFile file (Upload required) Yes -
startTime text Yes -
duration text Yes -

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/audio-extract-segment to get filePath, then pass filePath to the corresponding file field.

Response Format

{
  "filePath": "/public/processing/randomid.ext",
  "fileName": "output.ext",
  "contentType": "application/octet-stream",
  "size": 1024,
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  },
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)"
}
File: File

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-audio-extract-segment": {
      "name": "audio-extract-segment",
      "description": "Extract a single segment from an audio file",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=audio-extract-segment",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

Supports URL file links or Base64 encoding for file parameters.

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