Upload your audio file and preview your cuts instantly before downloading. Perfect for creating ringtones, TikTok samples, Instagram Reels music clips, and podcast highlights. Fast, precise trimming with real-time preview, loop option, and keyboard shortcuts.
Why Use This MP3 Cutter?
Need to cut an MP3, trim a song, or create audio clips for social media? This free online audio cutter with instant preview makes it fast and precise - no more guessing where to cut.
- Instant Preview Player: Press spacebar or click Preview to hear your selection before cutting. No more downloading and checking repeatedly - hear exactly what you're cutting in real-time.
- Loop Preview: Enable loop to continuously hear your selection while fine-tuning handles. Perfect for finding exact moments in songs for TikTok samples or ringtones.
- Playback Speed Control: Slow down (0.5x-0.75x) to find precise cut points, or speed up (1.25x-2x) to quickly scan through audio.
- Keyboard Shortcuts: Press spacebar to play/pause preview instantly. Power user feature for fast, efficient editing.
- Visual Progress Indicator: Green line shows exactly where you are during preview playback - always know your position.
- Perfect for Social Media: Create TikTok audio samples, Instagram Reels music clips, YouTube intro music, and viral sound effects with precision.
- Precise Trimming: Drag handles on the visual waveform or enter exact times down to the tenth of a second for perfect cuts every time.
- All Audio Formats: Cut MP3, FLAC, WAV, AAC, and OGG files. Upload any common audio format and trim instantly.
- Perfect Quality: Audio is copied without re-encoding, preserving 100% of the original quality in your trimmed file.
- Fade Effects: Add smooth fade in and fade out effects with one click - perfect for professional-sounding cuts and ringtones.
- Create Ringtones: Trim songs to 30-40 seconds, add fades, and create custom ringtones for iPhone or Android.
- Fast Processing: Most audio files trim in under 15 seconds. No waiting, no delays - instant results.
- No Software Required: Works entirely in your browser. No apps, downloads, or installations needed.
- 100% Free Forever: No limits, no subscriptions, no hidden fees. Trim unlimited audio files at no cost.
How to Cut and Trim Audio Files with Preview
Step 1: Upload Your Audio
Click "Upload Your Audio File" and select the MP3, FLAC, WAV, AAC, or OGG file you want to trim. The file loads instantly in your browser with a visual waveform.
Step 2: Select Your Cut
Drag the blue handles on the waveform to select the section you want to keep. The time displays update in real-time showing start time, end time, and duration of your selection.
Step 3: Preview Your Selection (New!)
Press the spacebar or click the "Preview Selection" button to hear your cut instantly before downloading. Enable loop to continuously hear your selection while adjusting handles. Change playback speed to 0.5x for precise editing or 2x for quick scanning. This is perfect for finding exact guitar riffs, vocal hooks, or beat drops for TikTok and Instagram Reels.
Step 4: Fine-Tune with Real-Time Feedback
While preview is playing (especially with loop enabled), drag the handles to adjust your selection. The green progress line shows exactly where you are in the audio. Keep adjusting until it's perfect - no more guessing!
Step 5: Add Fade Effects (Optional)
Check "Add Fade In" to smoothly fade in at the beginning, or "Add Fade Out" to gradually fade out at the end. This creates professional-sounding transitions and is perfect for ringtones or music clips.
Step 6: Cut and Download
Once your preview sounds perfect, click "Cut Audio" and wait a few seconds. Your trimmed audio file will download automatically, ready to use for ringtones, TikTok videos, Instagram Reels, YouTube intros, or whatever you need.
Common Uses for Audio Trimming
Create TikTok Audio Samples: Extract the perfect 15-30 second clip from any song. Use preview with loop to find exact beat drops, hooks, or viral moments. The instant playback lets you nail the timing for maximum impact.
Instagram Reels Music Clips: Cut the catchiest part of a song for your Reels. Preview with playback speed control helps you find the exact moment that matches your content. Create professional edits in seconds.
Create Custom Ringtones: Trim your favorite song to 30-40 seconds, add fade in/out, and use it as your iPhone or Android ringtone. Preview with loop ensures you get the perfect section - the chorus, a guitar riff, or any memorable moment.
Extract Guitar Riffs and Solos: Use the preview player to find exact start and end points of iconic riffs. Slow down playback to 0.5x for precise timing. Perfect for music students, cover artists, or sampling.
YouTube Video Intro Music: Cut intro music to exactly the length you need. Preview ensures smooth transitions. Add fade out for professional polish.
Remove Unwanted Intro/Outro: Cut off long intros, outros, or silence from songs and recordings. Preview lets you hear exactly where the actual content starts and ends. Keep only the good parts.
Podcast Episode Highlights: Trim podcast episodes to extract specific moments, quotes, or discussions. Quick edits without opening complex audio software. Perfect for creating social media clips.
Music Sampling for Beats: Extract specific sections from songs for sampling, remixing, or beat-making. Preview with loop and speed control helps you find perfect sample points.
Viral Sound Effects: Create shareable sound effects from movies, shows, or memes. Trim to exact moments and share on social media.
Lecture and Meeting Highlights: Trim recorded lectures or meetings to extract important sections. Preview helps you find key moments quickly without listening to entire recordings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cut an MP3 file online?
Upload your MP3 file, drag the handles on the waveform to select the section you want to keep, press spacebar to preview your selection instantly, adjust until perfect, then click "Cut Audio". Your trimmed MP3 downloads immediately. The instant preview player eliminates guesswork - you'll hear exactly what you're cutting before processing.
Can I preview my audio before cutting?
Yes! This is our most popular feature. Press spacebar or click the "Preview Selection" button to hear your cut instantly. Enable loop preview to continuously hear your selection while adjusting handles. Change playback speed from 0.5x (slow for precision) to 2x (fast for scanning). The green progress line shows exactly where you are during playback. Perfect for finding exact moments in songs for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or ringtones.
How do I create TikTok audio samples?
Upload your song, use the visual waveform to find the section you want (usually 15-30 seconds), preview it with loop enabled to ensure you have the perfect moment, adjust handles while listening, then cut and download. The instant preview makes it easy to nail beat drops, hooks, and viral moments. Many TikTok creators use our tool to extract audio for their videos.
Can I make Instagram Reels music clips with this?
Absolutely! Upload any song, preview different sections to find the catchiest part, enable loop to fine-tune, then cut and download. Perfect for creating 15-30 second music clips that sync with your Instagram Reels content. The playback speed control helps you find exact timing.
What audio formats can I trim with this tool?
Our audio trimmer supports MP3, FLAC, WAV, AAC, and OGG formats. You can cut any of these audio files and download the trimmed version as MP3. The preview player works with all formats.
Can I make a ringtone with this audio cutter?
Yes! Upload your song, trim it to 30-40 seconds using the waveform and instant preview player, add fade in/out effects, and download. The preview with loop feature makes it easy to find the perfect 30-second section. Works perfectly for creating custom ringtones for iPhone or Android.
Will trimming reduce my audio quality?
No! When trimming, we copy the audio stream without re-encoding. This preserves 100% of the original audio quality. Your trimmed file sounds exactly like the original - no quality loss whatsoever.
How do I remove unwanted parts from a song?
Drag the handles to select the part you want to KEEP (not remove). The tool cuts out everything before the start handle and everything after the end handle. Use preview to hear exactly what you're keeping. The trimmed section is what you'll download.
What are the keyboard shortcuts?
Press spacebar to play/pause preview - this is the fastest way to check your cuts. The keyboard shortcut works anywhere on the page except when typing in text fields. Power users love this feature for quick, efficient editing.
What is loop preview and when should I use it?
Loop preview continuously plays your selected section on repeat, allowing you to fine-tune handles while listening. It's perfect for: finding exact guitar riffs, nailing beat drops for TikTok, creating perfect ringtone loops, extracting vocal hooks, or any situation where you need millisecond-level precision. Enable the loop checkbox, press play, and adjust handles until it sounds perfect.
What is playback speed control for?
Slow down playback (0.5x-0.75x) to find precise cut points in fast music or identify exact moments. Speed up (1.25x-2x) to quickly scan through long audio files. Music students use slow playback to transcribe solos. Content creators use it to find perfect sample points.
How precise can I be with trimming?
You can trim down to the tenth of a second (0.1 sec precision). Combined with the visual waveform, preview player, and slow playback, you can achieve frame-accurate cuts. Perfect for professional-level editing without professional software.
Is this MP3 cutter really free?
Yes, completely free with no limitations. No subscriptions, no file limits, no hidden fees, no watermarks. Cut and trim unlimited audio files at no cost, forever. The preview feature, loop option, and all tools are 100% free.
How long does audio trimming take?
Most audio files trim in 10-20 seconds after you click "Cut Audio". The actual cutting is fast - you'll spend more time previewing to get it perfect (which is the point!). Processing time depends on the length of the original file, but even long audio files typically complete in under 30 seconds.
Do I need to install any software?
No! This audio trimmer works entirely in your web browser. No downloads, no installations, no plugins required. Just visit this page and start trimming audio files immediately. Works on all devices with a modern web browser.
Can I use this on my phone or tablet?
Yes! This MP3 cutter works on all devices including Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS (iPhone/iPad), and Android. The interface is mobile-friendly. Touch controls work perfectly for dragging waveform handles on mobile devices.
What if I want to extract audio from a video first?
Use our Video to Audio tool first to extract audio from MP4, AVI, MOV, or other video files, then use this trimmer to cut it. Both tools work together seamlessly for your workflow.
Can I trim multiple files at once?
Currently, you trim one file at a time. However, with the instant preview feature, each trim is so fast and precise that batch processing isn't really necessary. You'll get perfect cuts first try, every time.
Why is preview better than downloading and checking?
The old way: drag handles (guessing) → cut → wait 15 sec → download → play in music player → wrong spot → repeat 3-5 times. Total time: 3+ minutes of frustration. The new way with preview: drag handles → press spacebar → hear instantly → adjust → press spacebar → perfect → cut once. Total time: 30 seconds. No frustration, no wasted downloads, no guessing.
What's the maximum file size I can trim?
Most audio files up to several hundred MB work perfectly. Processing happens on your device, so very large files (1GB+) may take longer but should still work.
Can I trim lossless audio like FLAC or WAV?
Absolutely! Upload FLAC or WAV files and trim them with the preview player. The output is converted to high-quality MP3 (320kbps) for maximum compatibility, but the editing precision remains perfect.