1. 4K Video Downloader

4K Video Downloader isn’t just for video: it can download audio-only tracks. After installing:

1. Enable Smart Mode in Preferences, choose MP3 under Format, and set your bitrate.

1. Click Paste Link, select the Extract Audio option when prompted, and hit Download.
   The app will save a standalone .mp3 file in your designated folder.

2. SnapDownloader

SnapDownloader’s built-in converter makes audio extraction painless:

1. Paste your Shorts URL.

1. Click the gear ⚙️ icon, select MP3 (or AAC) under Download Options, and set the quality.

1. Hit Download.
   The tool will convert and save just the audio stream.

3. yt-dlp (Command-Line Power User)

For scriptable, high-quality audio extraction:

yt-dlp https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SHORTS_ID \
-x --audio-format mp3 --audio-quality 0 \
-o "%(title)s.%(ext)s"

• -x tells yt-dlp to extract audio only.

• --audio-format chooses MP3 (you can also pick aac, wav, etc.).

• --audio-quality 0 ensures the highest bitrate.

4. Web-Based Audio Extractors

No install needed - just paste and download:

• YTMP3: Paste the Shorts URL, click Convert, then Download MP3.

• OnlineVideoConverter: Supports multiple formats; select .mp3, paste your link, and convert.

Ensure you use the HTTPS sites and avoid extra ads or pop-ups.

5. Browser Extension: Audio Downloader Prime

Available in the Chrome Web Store, this extension detects audio streams on any page:

1. Install and navigate to your YouTube Short.

1. Click the extension icon; it lists available audio tracks.

1. Choose your preferred bitrate and click Download.

6. Mobile App: Audio Downloader

For Android users, apps like Audio Downloader (found on the Play Store) let you paste a URL and grab the MP3 directly to your phone. Be sure to use a reputable app with high user ratings to avoid malware.

Tips for Cleaner Audio

• Normalize Volume: After extraction, run your MP3 through a tool like Audacity to even out loudness.

• Metadata Tagging: Use software such as Mp3tag to add title, artist, and album info.

• Format Choice: If you need lossless audio, extract to wav or flac using 4K Video Downloader or yt-dlp’s --audio-format wav.