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Decode a Mid/Side file back into a stereo file
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Decodes Mid/Side audio back to conventional stereo. Assumes the Mid signal is on the left channel and the Side signal on the right. You can fine-tune Mid and Side contribution to control stereo width while reconstructing the left and right channels.
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Tool usage guide
The Mid/Side Decode tool converts Mid/Side encoded audio files back into standard stereo format. It allows you to adjust the Mid and Side levels to fine-tune the stereo width during reconstruction.
Background
Captured environmental audio with a Mid/Side microphone during a film shoot.
Problem
The recorded file is in Mid/Side format and needs to be converted to stereo for use in the film's audio mix.
How to use
Upload the audio file, leave Mid Level and Side Level at default (1.0), and select WAV as the output format.
Outcome
A stereo WAV file that can be imported into the audio editing software.
Background
Working on a music track that was recorded with Mid/Side technique for better control over stereo image.
Problem
Need to decode the Mid/Side file and adjust the width to fit the desired soundstage.
How to use
Upload the file, increase Side Level to 1.5 for a wider stereo effect, and output in FLAC format.
Outcome
A FLAC file with enhanced stereo width, ready for final mastering.
Mid/Side encoding is a technique where audio is recorded with a Mid (center) signal and a Side (stereo difference) signal, often used in microphone setups.
Adjust the sliders to scale the Mid and Side signals. Increasing Side Level widens the stereo image, while decreasing it narrows it.
You can upload any audio file format supported by your browser, such as WAV, MP3, or AAC.
The tool supports output in MP3, AAC, M4A, OGG Vorbis, Opus, FLAC, and WAV formats.
Yes, the maximum file size is 200 MB.