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Audio Vectorscope

Visualize stereo audio with a Lissajous vectorscope display

Renders a vectorscope image using FFmpeg avectorscope (lissajous mode).

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

Key Facts

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

Overview

The Audio Vectorscope tool generates a Lissajous vectorscope image from stereo audio files, visualizing stereo imaging and phase relationships for analysis and troubleshooting.

When to Use

  • When analyzing the stereo field and phase correlation of audio recordings.
  • To detect phase issues or ensure mono compatibility in audio mixes.
  • For educational demonstrations of stereo audio principles.

How It Works

  • Upload a stereo audio file in a supported format such as MP3 or WAV.
  • Adjust optional parameters like image dimensions, draw mode, and amplitude scale.
  • The tool uses FFmpeg's avectorscope filter in lissajous mode to generate the vectorscope.
  • Download the resulting image file for review.

Use Cases

Audio engineers visualizing stereo balance in music production.
Podcast editors checking phase alignment in multi-microphone recordings.
Students and educators demonstrating audio signal concepts.

Examples

1. Visualize Stereo Spread in a Music Mix

Background
A sound engineer is finalizing a stereo mix and wants to ensure wide stereo imaging.
Problem
Need to confirm that the audio has appropriate stereo width without phase issues.
How to Use
Upload the mixed audio file, set image size to 1024x1024, and use 'line' draw mode for detailed view.
Outcome
The vectorscope image shows a wide pattern, indicating good stereo spread, helping in mix adjustments.

2. Check Phase Correlation for Podcast Audio

Podcast Producer
Background
Recording a podcast with multiple hosts using separate microphones.
Problem
Ensure that the audio channels are phase-aligned to prevent cancellation when played in mono.
How to Use
Upload the raw audio recording, use default settings, and analyze the vectorscope output.
Outcome
The vectorscope reveals any phase discrepancies, allowing for corrective editing before publishing.

Try with Samples

image, audio, file

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FAQ

What audio file formats are supported?

The tool supports common audio formats like MP3, WAV, and others as indicated by the audio file input.

Can I change the size of the output image?

Yes, you can specify the width and height in pixels, with defaults of 600x600.

What does the vectorscope display?

It displays a Lissajous figure showing the relationship between left and right audio channels.

Is there a file size limit?

Yes, audio files must be under 200 MB based on the file limit setting.

How is the amplitude scaled in the visualization?

You can choose from linear, square root, cube root, or logarithmic scaling options.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/audio-vectorscope

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
audioFile file (Upload required) Yes -
width text No -
height text No -
drawMode select No -
scale select No -
zoom number No -
startTime number No -

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/audio-vectorscope 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-vectorscope": {
      "name": "audio-vectorscope",
      "description": "Visualize stereo audio with a Lissajous vectorscope display",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=audio-vectorscope",
      "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.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]