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Audio Pan

Pan the audio from left to right or vice-versa

Click to upload file or drag and drop file here

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

Key Facts

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

Overview

Audio Pan is a simple tool for adjusting the stereo balance of audio files. It lets you pan sound from left to right or center it, ideal for audio editing and production tasks.

When to Use

  • •When audio has an imbalance between left and right channels that needs correction.
  • •For creative sound design where panning effects are desired to enhance spatial depth.
  • •To optimize audio for specific playback environments like headphones or stereo speakers.

How It Works

  • •Upload your audio file in a supported format such as MP3, WAV, or AAC.
  • •Set the pan position using a value from -1 (full left) to 1 (full right), with 0 for center.
  • •Choose the output format from options like MP3, FLAC, or WAV.
  • •Process the file and download the panned audio in the selected format.

Use Cases

Correcting stereo imbalance in podcast recordings for better listener experience.
Adding panning effects to music tracks to create a wider soundstage.
Adjusting audio for video projects to match visual panning or improve balance.

Examples

1. Balancing Podcast Dialogue

Podcast Editor
Background
A podcast episode has dialogue that is predominantly on the left channel, causing an uneven listening experience.
Problem
Listeners using headphones find the audio unbalanced and distracting.
How to Use
Upload the audio file, set pan position to 0.2 to shift slightly to the right, and output as MP3.
Outcome
Evenly balanced dialogue that is comfortable and natural to listen to on all devices.

2. Centering Audio for Mono Playback

Background
An audio file recorded in stereo needs to be centered for playback on mono systems like public address speakers.
Problem
Stereo audio sounds off-center or distorted when converted to mono.
How to Use
Upload the file, set pan position to 0, and choose WAV output for high compatibility.
Outcome
Centered audio that plays correctly and clearly on mono playback systems.

Try with Samples

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Copyright-Free AAC Audio Samples
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Copyright-Free MP3 Audio Samples
Collection of royalty-free audio samples for testing and development purposes including nature sounds, meditation music, and ambient audio
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Copyright-Free WAV Audio Samples
Uncompressed PCM WAV audio samples for testing and development, mirrored from MP3 set with nature sounds and meditation music
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Copyright-Free OGG Vorbis Audio Samples
Open-source OGG Vorbis audio samples for testing and development, featuring excellent compression with nature sounds and meditation music
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FAQ

What audio formats can I upload?

You can upload common audio formats like MP3, WAV, AAC, and others supported by the tool.

How do I center the audio?

Set the pan position to 0 to center the audio between left and right channels.

Is there a file size limit?

Yes, the maximum file size allowed is 200 MB.

Does panning affect audio quality?

No, panning adjusts stereo balance without degrading the original audio quality.

Can I process multiple files at once?

No, the tool processes one audio file at a time for each operation.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/audio-pan

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
audioFile file (Upload required) Yes -
position number No -
outputFormat select No -

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/audio-pan 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-pan": {
      "name": "audio-pan",
      "description": "Pan the audio from left to right or vice-versa",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=audio-pan",
      "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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