How to Rip and Extract Hi-Fi Audio from Blu-rays Easily?
Summary: Want to build your own high-fidelity Blu-ray audio library? This guide walks you through the process of ripping audio from Blu-ray discs using DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper to help you create a personalized music collection for any device.
Have you ever wished you could take the incredible, crystal-clear audio from your favorite Blu-ray concerts or movies and enjoy it anywhere—in your car, on your phone, or your high-end music system? Many audiophiles struggle to extract Hi-Fi audio from Blu-rays for personal listening or backup, since most standard rippers only output low-quality formats or don't preserve multi-channel tracks. This guide solves that problem.
Introduction to Blu-ray Audio
Blu-ray discs are well-known for their high-definition video quality, but they can also contain high-quality audio tracks in various formats. Introduced in 2006, Blu-ray Audio utilizes the same disc technology as Blu-ray movies, providing ample storage capacity for high-resolution audio files. Blu-ray Audio supports a wide range of audio formats, including lossless and high-resolution codecs such as PCM, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio. These codecs allow for the playback of uncompressed, studio-quality recordings, ensuring that listeners can hear the music as the artist intended.
Unlike CDs or standard DVDs, Blu-ray audio delivers true Hi-Fi sound—think lossless formats like FLAC and WAV, with full surround and incredible clarity. Whether you're an audiophile eager to enjoy the highest fidelity audio from your Blu-rays, or someone archiving concert discs or needing studio-grade reference tracks, extracting audio directly from Blu-ray is the ideal way to preserve every detail. In this article, we will explore how to rip Blu-ray audio with DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper.
- To enjoy Blu-ray Audio, you need a compatible player capable of decoding the high-resolution audio codecs. Or you can extract audio from high-definition Blu-ray discs. DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper is a powerful Blu-ray audio extractor that not only ensures lossless output quality, but also has a customized built-in editor.
How to Extract Blu-ray Audio with DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper?
DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper is not just a video ripper; it's also a Blu-ray audio ripper. It stands out by supporting true multi-channel Hi-Fi output, letting you retain Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD Master Audio quality in FLAC or WAV. Its intuitive editor helps you split live concerts by chapter or mute unwanted extras, all while ensuring you get studio-level sound on any device.
Step 1: Launch DVDFab 13 and Select the "Ripper" Module
Download and install DVDFab 13 and then select "Ripper" in the top menu. After the 30-day free trial expires, you can continue to use our free product DVDFab HD Decrypter.
Step 2: Load Your Source Music Blu-ray
DVDFab 13 attempts to automatically load any disc in your drive. If you're working with a Blu-ray ISO file or folder, you can use the big "+" or the "+Add" button in the upper left corner. Alternatively, you could also just simply drag & drop the source anywhere inside the user interface.
Step 3: Choose a Hi-Fi Audio Profile
Click the "Choose Other Profile" option which brings up the built-in Profile Library, where you will notice three different tabs – Format, Device, and Personal. Click "Format" and then select the "Hi-Fi Audio" category.
Here are four distinct conversion profiles – Flac Multi-channel, Flac Stereo, Wav Multi-channel, and Wav Stereo. In order to achieve the best possible quality it is recommended that you select the profile that best matches your sound system. If your system supports surround sound you’ll probably want to go with one of the multi-channel options.
Step 4: Customize the Output Audio
Clicking the little wrench icon will open up the "Advanced Settings" menu where you can make certain changes to your file. Some of the options found here are static, such as the codec, bit rate or bit depth. These are tied to the profile you pick and can’t actually be modified. However, you can select a different sample rate (up to 192 kHz High-Definition Output), channels, and use the slider to adjust the volume.
The other remaining option is called "Split" which allows you to split the Blu-ray by chapters. If you leave the "No Split" option on, DVDFab Hi-Fi Audio Extractor will output the entire contents of the Blu-ray onto a single audio file.
Besides, you can find a few more customized options. Here, you can change the name of the file or select the titles and chapters you want to convert. You can also pick between any available audio tracks and subtitles. You're probably not going to use some of these options if you're converting a concert or album but they do come in handy when using the tool to rip audio from Blu-ray movies.
Note: If your Blu-ray is Cinavia protected, you're in a bit of trouble. We covered how to remove Cinavia from Blu-ray, so you can enjoy a clean Blu-ray audio track.
Step 5: Choose the Output Destination
One last step is to choose a destination for our output. DVDFab Bluray Ripper selects a destination for you by default, but you can change it. If your preferred destination is not already found in the menu, you can add it manually by clicking the "Folder" icon found right next to it.
Step 6: Start the Ripping and Conversion Process
With everything else taken care of, it's now time to start ripping and converting our Blu-ray Audio. To begin, simply click the "Start" button.
Finally, in the lower left corner you will notice a new dropdown menu. You can use these to shut down or hibernate your computer once all current tasks have been completed. There’s also an option that simply closes the program once there are no more tasks left to process.
FAQs
Absolutely. Just like ripping Blu-ray audio, you can use software like DVDFab DVD Ripper to extract audio from DVDs. The process is similar to ripping audio from Blu-ray movies. Simply load the DVD into the software, select the desired audio track, choose your preferred output format (such as MP3, FLAC, or AAC), and initiate the extraction process. This allows you to enjoy the audio content separately, whether it's for music, podcasts, or other purposes.
What's the best audio format when ripping Blu-ray audio?
There's no single "best" format—only the most suitable. To help you choose, the table below summarizes each format's features, typical use cases, and device compatibility.
| Type | Format | Features | Use Cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lossy Compression | MP3 | High compatibility, small file size, moderate quality | Music playback, internet radio, almost all players, smartphones |
| AAC | Better quality at the same bitrate compared to MP3, supports high sampling rates | Apple Music, YouTube, Spotify, iPhone, iTunes, Android devices | |
| WMA | Developed by Microsoft, suitable for Windows platforms | Playback in Windows Media Player, Windows devices | |
| OGG | Open-source format, better quality than MP3 | Online music streaming, players supporting OGG | |
| AC3 | Supports 5.1 channels, commonly used in home theaters | Blu-ray, DVD, digital TV, AV receivers, home theater systems | |
| DTS | High-quality surround sound, supports multiple channels | High-end home theaters, Blu-ray audio, devices supporting DTS decoding | |
| Lossless Compression | FLAC | High audio quality, larger file size, supports metadata | High-fidelity audio storage, audio editing, players supporting FLAC |
| Lossless Uncompressed | WAV | Best audio quality, large file size | Audio editing, professional recording, professional audio equipment, Windows players |
To experience high-quality Blu-ray audio, you'll need the following:
- Blu-ray Player: A device capable of playing Blu-ray discs. Modern Blu-ray players support various audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, and LPCM.
- Audio/Video Receiver (AVR): An AVR with HDMI inputs and support for high-resolution audio formats is essential. It decodes and amplifies the audio signals from the Blu-ray player.
- Speakers: A surround sound speaker system (e.g., 5.1 or 7.1 channels) to fully appreciate the immersive audio experience.
- HDMI Cables: High-speed HDMI cables to transmit both audio and video signals between devices.
- Optional - Audio Extraction Software: If you wish to extract audio from Blu-ray discs for playback on other devices, software like DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper can be used.
Final Thoughts
Ripping audio from Blu-ray discs is the ultimate way to preserve the superior sound quality of your favorite concerts, movies, or albums. Don't settle for subpar audio—unlock the full potential of your Blu-ray discs today. Start using DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper and elevate your music and movie experiences to new heights of clarity and fidelity.
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