How to extract audio from video files using free tools


Videos have been quite rampant these days. However, it may so happen at times that you would be interested in the audio of the file and may not want to keep the video file. How would you extract the audio from the video file? Well, you would need to use the specialized software tools for the purpose. What are the best tools that you can use for extracting the audio from video files? We will analyse select choices for the purpose.

Video files can be quite larger in size. Maybe you are interested in the audio alone. Audio extraction tools are what would be helpful for your needs. So, which one would you go with? We present the best choices for extracting the audio from the video files.

Audacity


Audacity is, undoubtedly, the best and popular audio extraction tool for your needs. What makes it a good choice? WEll, it is available on multiple platforms. Yes, you can use it on Windows, Linux, and Mac.
Audacity
Users worldwide consider it as the best tool for your audio extraction needs. The tutorial built into the tool is yet another feature that should make it an excellent choice. Some of the features that would make it an excellent choice -
  • It supports a host of audio formats. Some of the mentions could be WAV, MP3, FLAC, and AIFF.
  • You can use it to mix and match your own audio files.
  • You can also use it to convert your recordings to any digital format of your choice.

VLC


The computer users do not need an introduction to VLC. We are aware of its ability to play your favorite media files, but it excels with its ability as an audio splitter.
VLC
The tool, like Audacity, is available on Windows, Mac, and Linux. Here are a few features that should make it an excellent option -
  • It does support a host of audio and video formats.
  • Multi platform functionality should be the best feature that makes it an excellent option
  • It offers a simple interface for converting audio from video.
  • The app is completely free and easy to learn.

Movavi Video Converter


Movavi Video Converter is basically a video converter. However, it should also be a good option for splitting your audio as well.
movavi
The simple user interface and ease of learning are the two features that should make it an exciting performer in itself. What makes it one of the best among our list? Well, check out these features -
  • All the options are streamlined as per convenience and easily accessible.
  • The tool supports over 30 video formats, 15 audio formats, and 15 image formats. Ability to handle the image files in addition to the audio and video files should be what accounts for its excellent performance.
  • High range of customization is an added advantage.

Oxelon Media Converter


This is yet another media converter worth excellence. However, like most other services included in this list - it doubles up as one of the viable options for the audio extraction as well.
oxelon
We like it the most for its simplicity. In fact, we would indeed consider it to be one of the most simple audio splitters you can ever find. The reasons that fortify our conclusion to find it one of the best audio extraction tools can be summarised as -
  • A complete integration with file manager makes it a perfect media converter.
  • It lets you customize your audio output by letting you configure bitrate and codec.
  • You can also change the sampling rate and audio channels.
  • The tool supports almost any type of multimedia file.
  • Batch file conversion is yet another option that should make it a viable option for audio extraction.

Bigasoft Total Video Converter


The last on our list of best audio splitters is Bigasoft Total Video Converter. The useful tool comes with its own set of advanced features packed in a simple interface.
Bigasoft
What are the features that make it an excellent choice? Some of them can be listed as here below -
  • A feature-packed performance is a simple package - that is exactly what makes it an exceptional choice.
  • Apart from extracting the audio from your video files, you can also use it for trimming your videos
  • The conversion process is quite faster.
  • Multiple format support.

The Concluding Thoughts


Almost all the tools listed in this compilation are free and that should be one of the aspects that should make this compilation a good choice in its own right. The choice of the best tool should depend on your preferences and requirements you may have. Having said that, we would also like to add the list is just representative and you can find many more tools that can do a wonderful job in what is expected of them.
If you have used any of the tools listed in this compilation, do share your thoughts and experiences with them. Share your thoughts through the comments here below.


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