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VeAWD
Aug 04, 2025Iron Contributor
How do I convert video to mp3 audio on my pc?
Hi folks, I got a bunch of videos (mostly MP4s and MKVs) and I just want to rip the audio out as MP3s, ideally without killing the quality. I'd rather not use riksy online video to mp3 converters be...
Pubomen
Aug 04, 2025Iron Contributor
Converting video to MP3 on Windows computer can be useful, but there are several disadvantages and limitations you should be aware of:
- You only get the audio, so any visual information (e.g., music videos, tutorials, speeches) is lost.
- Depending on the conversion settings and the original video's quality, the resulting MP3 may have reduced audio quality, especially if compressed heavily.
- Converting copyrighted videos without permission can infringe on intellectual property rights, leading to legal issues.
- The MP3 file may lose important metadata like artist, album, or cover art unless properly preserved during conversion.
- Some free or pirated conversion tools can contain malware, adware, or unwanted software. Always use reputable, trusted software.
- In rare cases, especially with poorly encoded videos, the audio may become out of sync or have glitches after conversion.
- Converting video to MP3 is usually a one-way process; editing or extracting specific parts can be complicated without additional tools.
- MP3s are compressed formats, which may not be suitable if you need high-fidelity audio or lossless quality (consider formats like FLAC).
- Some MP3 files may have compatibility issues with certain players if metadata or encoding is not standardized.