Video audio editing

New! How to download MP3 audio only

Posted August 7, 2025

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A user converting a video into audio only in Clipchamp.

Here at Microsoft Clipchamp, we’re constantly inspired by user feedback to create the best online video editing experience possible. That’s why we’ve created the highly requested audio-only export option for all users to enjoy.

Seamlessly download MP3 files like music, AI voiceovers, audio recordings, and video dialogue in high-quality for free with Clipchamp video editor.

Read on to learn how to download MP3 audio from MP4 videos, as well as exporting unlimited voiceovers and audio tracks in minutes.

How to export MP3 audio only in Clipchamp

The audio-only export option requires media that contains audio. This can be music, sound effects, video audio, AI voiceovers, or dialogue.

Step 1. Record voice, create AI voiceovers, or select stock audio

To use stock audio, click on the content library on the toolbar, then select the audio option. Drag and drop a music or sound effect asset onto the timeline to begin.

A user adding stock music to the timeline.

To record a voice recording, click on the record and create tab on the toolbar, then click on the audio option. Record a voiceover by following the on-screen prompts.

A user clicking on the audio option inside the record and create tab.

To create an AI voiceover, click on the record and create tab on the toolbar, then click on the text to speech option. Select a language and voice, then write a script to generate an AI voiceover.

A user creating an AI voiceover using the text to speech option inside the record and create tab.

Step 2. Customize audio length, volume, and remove background noise (optional)

Before exporting MP3 audio, it’s important to ensure that soundtracks are clear and ready to save.

To trim the length of audio tracks, use the trim handles on either side of the asset on the timeline. Move the handles left and right to your desired audio length. You can also split audio at a specific timestamp using the split tool. Explore more trimming audio options here.

A user trimming an audio asset on the timeline.

To adjust the volume of MP3 files, click on the audio tab on the property panel, then drag the volume slider left and right. To increase the volume, slide to the right up to 200%. To decrease the volume, slide to the left up to mute.

In the audio tab, you can also turn on AI noise suppression. This will automatically clean up audio and remove any background sounds and echoes using smart AI video editing technology.

A user editing the volume and noise suppression of an audio track.

Explore more AI audio enhancing and editing options here.

Step 3. Save MP3 audio for free

When you’re ready to download MP3 files, click on the export button then select audio-only option. A popup window will appear with saving options to your device.

A user clicking on the export button then selecting audio only.

How use the MP4 to MP3 converter (detach audio from video)

  1. To import video media, click on the import media button within the your media tab on the toolbar. Browse computer files or connect to OneDrive.

  2. Drag and drop the video asset onto the timeline.

  3. Click on the video asset on the timeline, then click on the audio tab on the property panel.

  4. Click on the detach audio button to separate audio from video. The video audio will appear on the timeline below the video asset.

  5. Next, click on the video asset, then click on the delete key on your keyboard. You can also right click on the asset and click on the delete button.

  6. Once there is audio only on the timeline, click on the export button then select the audio-only option.

For more help, read how to separate audio from video.

Effortlessly turn videos into MP3 audio files, or export voice recordings and audio only with Clipchamp video editor or download the Clipchamp Windows app.

Frequently asked questions

Can I increase the volume of MP3 audio in Clipchamp video editor?

Easily use the volume booster to increase any MP3 audio or MP4 video up to 200% louder. You can also decrease volume levels using the same volume slider within the audio tab.

How many times can I save MP3 audio only?

Clipchamp video editor allows all users an unlimited amount of audio only exports, as well as video exports. Save audio files to devices as many times as you need.

What media can I save with the audio-only export option?

Download any audio file within the online video editor like AI voiceovers, voice recordings, detached video audio, music, sound effects, and more. Either create an audio file within Clipchamp or import audio files before downloading.

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