Convert MP4 to OGG
Extract audio from MP4 videos and save it as OGG files for open-source use.
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Drag and drop your MP4 file, or click to select a file. Works with MP4 videos from various sources.
The tool extracts audio from your MP4 video and converts it to OGG format.
Wait for the conversion to finish. Most MP4 files take 10-30 seconds. A progress bar shows the status.
When conversion finishes, you can preview the OGG file. Check the audio quality and file size before downloading.
Click Download to save the OGG file to your device. Files are deleted after 24 hours.
About OGG Format
OGG (Ogg Vorbis) is an open-source audio format developed by the Xiph.Org Foundation. It was designed as a free alternative to proprietary audio formats like MP3. OGG uses Vorbis compression, which provides good sound quality at smaller file sizes than MP3.
History and Development
OGG was developed by the Xiph.Org Foundation starting in the late 1990s. The format was designed to be completely free and open-source, with no licensing restrictions or patents. OGG Vorbis became popular in the open-source community, gaming industry, and among users who prefer unrestricted formats. The format is now widely supported by many media players and web browsers.
Technical Specifications
OGG uses Vorbis compression, which is a lossy audio codec. The format supports variable bitrates, typically ranging from 64kbps to 500kbps. OGG files can include metadata like track titles, artist names, and album information. The format is container-based and can hold audio streams encoded with Vorbis or other codecs. OGG is completely free and open-source with no licensing restrictions.
Advantages
- No licensing restrictions
Limitations
- Limited support on iOS devices
Device Compatibility
OGG works well on most modern platforms. It's supported by most desktop media players (VLC, foobar2000, etc.), Android phones, and Linux systems. All modern web browsers support OGG playback through HTML5 audio. However, iOS devices (iPhone/iPad) don't support OGG natively without third-party apps, and some hardware players may lack support.
Use Cases for MP4 to OGG Conversion
Converting MP4 to OGG is useful for anyone who needs open-source audio or works with gaming and web projects. Common uses:
Open-Source Projects
Extract audio from MP4 for open-source projects. OGG is completely free and open-source with no licensing restrictions.
Gaming
Use OGG format for game audio. Game developers often choose OGG because it provides good sound quality without consuming too much storage space.
Web Projects
Convert MP4 to OGG for web projects. All modern browsers support OGG playback through HTML5 audio, making it useful for web games and applications.
Linux Systems
Use OGG format on Linux systems. OGG works well on Linux and is popular in the open-source community.
Efficient Storage
Use OGG for efficient audio storage. The format provides good sound quality at smaller file sizes than MP3.
Background Music
Extract background music from MP4 videos for web use. OGG offers a good balance between quality, file size, and compatibility for web audio.
Sound Effects
Extract sound effects from MP4 videos for games or web projects. OGG is efficient for short audio clips and sound effects.
Technical Details
MP4 to OGG Conversion
MP4 videos contain both video and audio tracks. When converting to OGG, the video track is removed and only the audio track is extracted. The audio is then encoded in OGG format using Vorbis compression. The conversion process preserves the audio quality while removing the video data, resulting in much smaller file sizes.
Format Limitations
OGG has some limitations compared to MP4: it only contains audio, so video information is lost. The format may not work on all devices, especially iOS devices without third-party apps. Some older players may require conversion to other formats. However, OGG provides better quality than MP3 at the same file size and is completely free and open-source.
MP4 vs OGG
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