Download mp3DirectCut – Fast and Easy MP3 & AAC Editing
For MP3 and AAC files, mp3DirectCut is a strong and portable audio editor. Without re-encoding, it lets you split, chop, cut, and combine tracks while maintaining their original quality. This effective program also has capabilities for real-time MP3 file recording, audio normalization, and fade creation. Long audio files are easy to manage with support for cue sheets, pause detection, and auto cue.
Key Features
- Lossless Editing: Cut, copy, and paste audio data without re-encoding.
- Non-Destructive Editing: Directly edit MP3 and AAC files while preserving quality.
- Audio Processing: Change levels, apply fades, and normalize MP3 audio.
- MP3 Recording: Record directly in MP3 format using ACM or Lame encoder.
- Fast Navigation: Visualize MPEG audio structure for easy editing.
- Format Support: MP3, AAC, MP2, and conversion from MP4/M4A via ffmpeg.
- Batch Processing: Process multiple files efficiently.
- Cue Sheet Support: Divide large audio files with cue sheets.
- Pause Detection & Auto Cue: Automatically split long recordings.
- Track Splitting: Save sections with filename and tag creation.
- Additional Features: Loop play, fast play, trimming, ID3 tag editing, bitrate visualization, and level meter.
- Command Line Support: Use commands for automated tasks
Download mp3DirectCut
Latest Version: 2.38 (Released: January 30, 2025)
File Size: 323 KB
Installer: Simple self-extracting ZIP
License: Freeware
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Recent Updates & Changes
Version 2.38
- Added an option to disable all overwrite warnings.
- New option to quit automatically after saving audio.
- Various adjustments and improvements
Previous Versions
- 2.37: Introduced dark mode, large button symbols, and an option to keep the output device open.
- 2.36: Improved batch dialog, added volume slider storage, and fixed minor bugs.
- 2.35: Enhanced DPI awareness and fixed file dropping bug.
- 2.34 & Earlier: Numerous improvements, bug fixes, and feature enhancements.
System Requirements
- Operating System: Windows or Linux (via Wine)
- MP3 Editing: Requires MP3 ACM codec (included in Windows) or mpglib.dll
- AAC Editing: Requires libfaad2.dll (32-bit)
- MP3 Recording: Requires ACM or Lame encoder (32-bit)
- MP4 Demuxing: Requires ffmpeg.exe
Optional Downloads
- Latest Translations: Updated language files are available for Chinese (Simplified), Italian, French, and Danish. To apply a translation, place the corresponding language file in the “Languages” directory
FAQ (Short Answers)
How do I cut an MP3 or AAC file easily?
Use mp3DirectCut: Open file → Select part → Cut or Trim → Save.
How can I fade in or out an MP3 using mp3DirectCut?
Select audio section → Edit > Gain → Choose Fade in/out → Adjust → Save.
How do I join multiple audio clips?
Open first file → File > Append other files → Save.
What software do I need to edit AAC and MP4 audio?
- AAC: mp3DirectCut, Audacity (with FFmpeg).
- MP4 Audio: FFmpeg, Avidemux, Audacity.
How do I resolve installation issues or malware warnings?
Download from official site, disable antivirus temporarily, run as admin.
Why does the audio graph appear distorted?
Possible reasons: Corrupt file, incorrect decoding, low bitrate/VBR issues. Try converting the file.