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Audio Split by Duration

Split audio into equal duration segments

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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 Split by Duration tool allows you to divide any audio file into segments of equal length. Upload your audio, specify the segment duration in seconds, and download the split files for easy management.

When to Use

  • •When you need to break long audio recordings into manageable chunks for editing or analysis.
  • •To create consistent audio segments for podcasts, audiobooks, or educational content.
  • •For preparing audio files for batch processing or sharing in smaller parts.

How It Works

  • •Upload your audio file in a supported format (e.g., MP3, WAV).
  • •Enter the desired segment duration in seconds.
  • •The tool processes the audio and generates multiple files, each with the specified duration.
  • •Download the split audio segments as a ZIP file or individually.

Use Cases

Podcast producers splitting episodes into chapters or segments for easier navigation.
Researchers dividing audio recordings for analysis in fixed time intervals.
Content creators making audio clips for social media or presentations.

Examples

1. Splitting a Podcast Episode

Podcast Producer
Background
A podcast producer has a 2-hour episode that needs to be divided into 30-minute segments for easier distribution and listener convenience.
Problem
Manually splitting the audio is time-consuming and prone to errors.
How to Use
Upload the podcast MP3 file and set the segment duration to 1800 seconds (30 minutes).
Example Config
segmentDuration: 1800
Outcome
The episode is split into four 30-minute segments, ready for upload to podcast platforms.

2. Preparing Audio for Analysis

Audio Researcher
Background
An audio researcher needs to analyze a long recording in 1-minute intervals for a study on sound patterns.
Problem
The recording is continuous, and extracting segments manually would be inefficient.
How to Use
Upload the WAV file and specify a segment duration of 60 seconds.
Example Config
segmentDuration: 60
Outcome
The audio is divided into 60-second segments, allowing for systematic analysis of each interval.

Try with Samples

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FAQ

What audio formats are supported?

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

Is there a file size limit?

Yes, the maximum file size is 200 MB (209715200 bytes).

How accurate is the splitting?

The tool splits audio precisely at the specified duration intervals, ensuring equal-length segments.

Can I split audio into segments of different durations?

No, this tool only supports splitting into segments of equal duration. For variable splits, consider other tools.

What happens if the audio length isn't a multiple of the segment duration?

The last segment will be shorter than the specified duration to cover the remaining audio.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/audio-split-by-duration

Request Parameters

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

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/audio-split-by-duration 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-split-by-duration": {
      "name": "audio-split-by-duration",
      "description": "Split audio into equal duration segments",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=audio-split-by-duration",
      "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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