How to convert MPEG to MP2
To convert MPEG to MP2, upload your MPEG file, choose MP2 as the output format and press Convert. The finished MP2 file is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds, free, with no watermark and no sign-up. Your file is deleted from our server about 30 minutes after the conversion.
This free online converter turns MPEG video files into MP2 in your browser, with no software to install and no watermark. The conversion runs on our server using ffmpeg, and the result is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds. Your MPEG file is deleted automatically about 30 minutes after the conversion.
Why convert MPEG to MP2?
- Very robust in broadcast
- Plays on professional and DAB gear
- Simple and reliable
- Opens in: Broadcast equipment, DVD players, VLC and most desktop players
What to expect from this conversion
- Only the first audio track is extracted. The picture is dropped, so the file is a small fraction of the video's size.
- MP2 is lossy, so choose High for the best sound or Small for the smallest file.
- Videos with no sound track cannot be converted to audio.
MPEG vs MP2
| Property | MPEG | MP2 |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | MPEG Program Stream | MPEG-1 Audio Layer II |
| Released | 1993, Moving Picture Experts Group | 1993, MPEG |
| Family | Video | Audio |
| Opens in | Windows Media Player, VLC, older DVD players and many TVs | Broadcast equipment, DVD players, VLC and most desktop players |
| Best for | older DVD authoring tools; legacy TV and set-top boxes | digital radio and TV broadcast; DVD and VCD workflows |
Steps to convert MPEG to MP2
- Drop your MPEG file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that MP2 is selected as the target format and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then save the new MP2 file to your device when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Choose MP3 for the widest compatibility.
- Pick FLAC or WAV if you want to edit the sound afterwards.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert MPEG to MP2?
Drop your MPEG file on the converter, confirm that MP2 is the target format and press Convert. When it finishes, press Save to device or download the MP2 file. No account or software is needed.
Is the MPEG to MP2 converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no watermark, no sign-up and no limit on how many files you convert. The site is supported by ads.
What should I know before converting MPEG to MP2?
Only the first audio track is extracted. The picture is dropped, so the file is a small fraction of the video's size. MP2 is lossy, so choose High for the best sound or Small for the smallest file.
Can I extract the sound from a MPEG video as MP2?
Yes. The first audio track is extracted and saved as MP2. The video picture is not included.
Which programs open MP2 files?
MP2 files open in Broadcast equipment, DVD players, VLC and most desktop players.
How large a file can I convert?
Up to 500 MB per file. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion, and no one looks at them.