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Video to AAC Converter

Extract audio from video and convert to AAC format

Click to upload file or drag and drop file here

Maximum file size: 200MB Supported formats: video/mp4, video/quicktime, video/x-matroska, video/x-msvideo, video/webm, video/x-flv, video/mp2t, video/mpeg, video/x-ms-wmv

Key Facts

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

Overview

The Video to AAC Converter extracts audio from video files and converts it to AAC format. You can customize bitrate, sample rate, and audio channels, with an option to preserve metadata like title and artist tags.

When to Use

  • •When you need to extract audio from a video for playback on audio-only devices like MP3 players or smartphones.
  • •To reduce file size by converting video audio to the efficient AAC format for storage or sharing.
  • •When standardizing audio across multiple video files to ensure consistent quality and compatibility.

How It Works

  • •Upload your video file in supported formats such as MP4, MOV, MKV, AVI, WebM, FLV, MPEG, or WMV.
  • •Select output settings: choose a bitrate from 96 to 320 kbps, set sample rate (auto, 44.1 kHz, or 48 kHz), and audio channels (auto, mono, or stereo).
  • •Optionally enable the 'Keep Metadata' checkbox to preserve available tags like title and artist.
  • •Download the converted AAC audio file directly to your device.

Use Cases

Extracting audio from video podcasts or interviews for distribution on audio-only platforms like Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
Converting lecture or meeting recordings to audio files for convenient listening during commutes or workouts.
Preparing background music or sound effects from video clips for use in presentations, videos, or other creative projects.

Examples

1. Extract Podcast Audio from Video Interview

Podcaster
Background
A podcaster records interviews using video equipment and needs to publish the audio version for podcast listeners.
Problem
Manually extracting audio from video is time-consuming and risks quality loss or metadata issues.
How to Use
Upload the video interview file, set bitrate to 192 kbps for balanced quality, and ensure 'Keep Metadata' is enabled to retain episode details.
Example Config
Bitrate: 192 kbps, Sample Rate: Auto, Channels: Stereo, Keep Metadata: Yes
Outcome
A high-quality AAC audio file ready for podcast distribution, with metadata like title and artist preserved.

2. Convert Lecture Videos to Audio for Study

Student
Background
A student has recorded lecture videos and wants to listen to them while commuting without using video playback.
Problem
Video files are large and inconvenient for audio-only consumption on mobile devices.
How to Use
Upload the lecture video, choose a lower bitrate like 128 kbps to save storage space, and set channels to mono if the audio is primarily speech.
Outcome
Compact AAC audio files that are easy to play on smartphones or MP3 players, facilitating on-the-go learning.

3. Optimize Audio for Streaming Platform

Content Creator
Background
A content creator needs to upload audio from video content to a streaming service that requires AAC format with specific settings.
Problem
The platform mandates AAC with precise bitrate and sample rate for compatibility and optimal playback.
How to Use
Upload the video, set sample rate to 48 kHz and bitrate to 256 kbps as per platform guidelines, and disable metadata if not needed.
Outcome
An AAC audio file that meets the streaming service's specifications, ensuring smooth upload and high-quality audio delivery.

Try with Samples

audio, video, file
Video Samples
Sample video files in different formats and orientations
title token video
video
Video H.265 Samples
Sample video files encoded in H.265 (HEVC) format
title token video
video
Video VP9 Samples
Sample video files encoded in VP9 format
title token video
video
Video H.264 Samples
Sample video files encoded in H.264 (AVC) format
title token video
video

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FAQ

What video formats are supported?

The tool supports MP4, QuickTime, Matroska, AVI, WebM, FLV, MPEG, and WMV formats.

How do I choose the right bitrate?

Higher bitrates like 256 or 320 kbps offer better audio quality but larger files; 128 or 192 kbps are suitable for most general uses.

What is AAC format?

AAC is a high-quality audio compression format commonly used for streaming, portable devices, and online platforms.

Can I keep the original metadata?

Yes, enable the 'Keep Metadata' option to preserve available tags such as title, artist, and album from the source video.

Is there a file size limit?

Yes, the maximum file size for upload is 200 MB per video file.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/video-to-aac

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
videoFile file (Upload required) Yes -
bitrate select No -
sampleRate select No -
channels select No -
keepMetadata checkbox No -

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/video-to-aac 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-video-to-aac": {
      "name": "video-to-aac",
      "description": "Extract audio from video and convert to AAC format",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=video-to-aac",
      "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]