MediaEncoder is a free and user-friendly software that combines various open-source audio and video tools to create batch transcoding capabilities. It enables easy conversion of media files on a large scale.

On the audio side, MediaEncoder uses MPlayer and Winamp input plugins as decoders, with various encoders integrated. The software easily performs batch transcoding among all known audio formats while transferring tags and generating file names. Furthermore, it performs audio filtering, including resample and normalize, on the fly.
MediaEncoder is versatile and supports several typical applications, such as improving compression and reducing file size, extracting audio tracks, converting to normal VCD/DVD player ready video files, converting from lossless or high-bitrate audio to low-bitrate audio, and ripping CDs on the fly.
The software supports an extensive range of source formats, such as MP3, OGG/Vorbis, AAC, MusePack, WMA, Real Audio, FLAC, WavPack, APE/APL, and WAV. It also supports several target audio formats, including MP3, OGG/Vorbis, AAC, AAC+/Parametric Stereo, MusePack, WMA for lossy encoding, and FLAC, WavPack, Moneys Audio (APE), WMA Lossless, and WAV for lossless.
Moreover, MediaEncoder supports several target video formats, such as H.264, Xvid, DivX 4/5, MPEG1/2/4, and H.263. The software comes with regular news and updates and a private user database. Users can also import old databases for added convenience.
In conclusion, MediaEncoder is a reliable and efficient software that offers numerous features to perform batch transcoding of media files. Its user-friendly interface and support of numerous formats make it stand out among other software in its category.
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