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Audio Shakalizer
Degrade audio quality to "basement sound" state. Directly in your browser.
Drop audio file here
Supported: .mp3, .wav, .ogg, .m4a
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Limits:
- One file at a time
- Size — up to 50 MB
- FFmpeg (~25 MB) downloads on first use
About the audio shakalizer
Audio shakalizer is a tool for intentionally degrading audio quality. We lower the sample rate to 8 kHz, leave one channel (mono), and set a very low bitrate. As a result, the voice becomes "metallic" and sounds like a bad walkie-talkie.
Works locally via ffmpeg.wasm. Files are not uploaded to the server.
Why shakalize audio
- Memes and jokes: classic "2007 sound".
- Tests: check how audio sounds at low quality.
- Privacy: files are not uploaded to the server.
How to use
- Drop the audio file.
- Choose compression intensity.
- Click "Shakalize" and wait for processing.
Frequently asked questions
What is an audio shakalizer? A tool for intentionally degrading audio quality via low sample rate and bitrate.
Why does the sound sound so bad? We use 8 kHz and mono to imitate the sound of an old walkie-talkie or phone.
Are files uploaded to the server? No. Everything happens in the browser.