Introducing Media Player Classic – BE: Enhancements and Updates in Version 1.8.1

Media Player Classic – BE (MPC-BE) is a versatile and open-source multimedia player designed for Windows users. This player is an evolution of the original “Media Player Classic”and the “Media Player Classic Home Cinema”projects, which were spearheaded by developers Gabest and Casimir666, respectively. The Black Edition Mod (BE mod) features an aesthetically improved interface, offering users a more visually appealing experience than its predecessor.

What’s New in MPC-BE 1.8.1?

The latest release of MPC-BE, version 1.8.1, introduces several notable updates and fixes aimed at enhancing performance and functionality. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the updates:

Audio Splitter Enhancements

• Support for WAV format radio broadcasts has been added.

FLV Splitter Fixes

• Addressed a rare issue causing player crashes when handling FLV files with MP3 audio tracks.

Video Decoder Improvements

• The video conversion functionality has been repaired, ensuring smoother operation.

Player Features and Updates

• Improved loading of external audio tracks and subtitles through absolute paths.
• Now supports image loading from metadata in JPEG XL and AVIF formats, contingent on having the WIC decoder installed.
• Enhanced support for JPEG XL image files, specifically for logo and album art, with the WIC decoder requirement.
• Translations have received updates, including Dutch, Chinese (Traditional), Japanese, Romanian, and Korean by community contributors.

Updated Libraries

The new version integrates several updated libraries, enhancing overall functionality:

• dav1d 1.5.0
• ffmpeg n7.2-dev-526-gd6b2d08fc7
• Little-CMS git-lcms2.16-72-g607fe1a
• MediaInfo git-v24.06-53-g6183f187f
• vvdec v3.0.0
• ZenLib git-v0.4.41-27-gb896492

Download Options

MPC-BE is available for download in both 64-bit and 32-bit versions. Choose from installer or portable options below:

• 64-bit: Installer | Portable (~16.0 MB)
• 32-bit: Installer | Portable (~13.0 MB)

Learn More

For further information on Media Player Classic – BE, visit the official homepage: Media Player Classic – BE Home Page.

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