Convert MP3 to mono

Upload an MP3 file and mix it down to a single mono channel.

Stereo to mono, done properly

The tool blends both stereo channels into a single mono channel and re-encodes the MP3. For spoken word this is usually pure win: at the same bitrate, mono spends every bit on one channel, so voice sounds cleaner or the file gets smaller.

Who needs mono MP3s

Podcasters following the common mono-for-speech recommendation, IVR and phone systems that require single-channel audio, audiobook producers, and anyone trimming storage on voice archives. Music generally belongs in stereo; convert it only when a system demands mono.

Frequently asked questions

Will both sides of my recording be kept?

Yes, the left and right channels are mixed together, so audio recorded on only one side ends up centered instead of lost.

How much smaller is mono?

At a matched quality level, mono speech files run noticeably smaller; exact savings depend on the bitrate chosen for the re-encode.

Is the conversion local?

Yes, your file is processed in the browser without any upload.