Automated Audio Transcription
Converts an academic audio file (MP3 or M4A, up to 10 minutes) into editable text using an automatic speech recognition system optimized for Spanish-speaking accents and common scientific terminology.
The output is a verbatim transcript with punctuation, capitalization and natural turn separation when several speakers are present. The text can be copied, downloaded or used directly as a source for verbatim quotes in academic work.
Designed for semi-structured interviews, focus group sessions, lectures, recorded talks, thesis defenses and field notes in qualitative research — whenever you need to move from audio to text quickly without losing fidelity.
How it works
- 1Upload your MP3 or M4A audio file, up to 10 minutes long.
- 2The system transcribes with punctuation, capitalization and natural speaker-turn separation.
- 3Copy or download the text to quote it, analyze it or add it to your notes.
Who it is for
- Qualitative researchers transcribing interviews and focus groups.
- PhD students with hours of thesis interviews waiting to become text.
- Lecturers and speakers with recorded classes, talks or thesis defenses.
- Science journalists and communicators working with recorded statements.
Frequently asked questions
Which formats and lengths are supported?
MP3 and M4A, up to 10 minutes per file. For longer recordings, split them into segments and process them separately.
Does it handle multiple speakers?
Yes. The transcript separates speaker turns naturally, with punctuation and capitalization, which makes verbatim quoting easier.
Which languages is it optimized for?
It is optimized for Spanish, including diverse Spanish-speaking accents and common scientific terminology.
How much does it cost?
Explore Labs is free for academic use. Each account can run up to 5 requests per day; if the limit is exceeded, please wait until the next day (resets at 00:00 UTC).