Transcription Does Not Work. What Should I Do?

Are you having issues with the transcription of your multi-instrument performances into sheet music? Discover our solutions in this article.

Written by Dimitri

Updated 1 month ago

On BandConvert, some multi-instrument performances may not be transcribed correctly. Below are the most common reasons for transcription errors and how to resolve them:

🎼 1) Your file is too large or too long

BandConvert has limitations on file size and song length to ensure smooth processing.

✅ Your audio file should not exceed 15MB

✅ YouTube videos should be no longer than 10 minutes

💡 Tip: If your file exceeds 15MB, convert it to MP3 to reduce its size before uploading. You can use this tool: https://convertio.co/wav-mp3/

🔊 2) Your audio file contains internal errors

Some multi-instrument recordings may have corrupt or complex elements that prevent BandConvert from processing them correctly.

🔹 Try a different version of the recording

🔹 Convert WAV files to MP3 for better compatibility

💡 Convert your file here: https://convertio.co/wav-mp3/

🌐 3) There was an internal error on BandConvert

As BandConvert operates in the cloud, occasional server issues may interfere with transcription.

🕒 Solution: Try again after a few minutes.

🔗 4) Your YouTube link format is not supported

Some YouTube links may not be recognized. Try retrieving the link differently:

1️⃣ Copy the URL from your browser’s search bar

2️⃣ Right-click on a YouTube search result and copy the link

3️⃣ Click the “Share” button on the video and copy the link from the popup

🎼 Still having trouble? Try another method or use an MP3 file instead.

5) Your VPN may be interfering with the transcription

Some users have reported that having a VPN enabled on their device caused transcription processes to fail (e.g., stopping at 90%) or prevented file downloads. If you are using a VPN, we recommend turning it off and trying again. This small change has resolved many similar cases.

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