Media Player Codec Pack was created to make installing major multimedia codec’s, filters, plug-ins and splitters for players easy
For Windows 10/8/7/Vista/2008:
Latest version: 4.5.7
File Size: 44.2mb
Compatible with: Microsoft Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, 2008, & 2003
Microsoft Windows Media Player 12, 11 & 10
Any player compatible with DirectShow
Package Overview: The Media Player Codec Pack supports almost every compression and file type used by modern video and audio files. The package is simple to install, while also offering advanced settings to the high end user: For simple installation select «Easy Installation». For advanced installation options select «Expert Installation».
Codec’s Explained: A codec is a piece of software on either a device or computer capable of encoding and/or decoding video and/or audio data from files, streams and broadcasts. The word Codec is a portmanteau of ‘compressor-decompressor’
Compression types that you will be able to play include: x264 | x265 | h.265 | HEVC | 10bit x265 | 10bit x264 | AVCHD | AVC DivX | XviD | MP4 | MPEG4 | MPEG2 and many more.
File types you will be able to play include: .bdmv | .evo | .hevc | .mkv | .avi | .flv | .webm | .mp4 | .m4v | .m4a | .ts | .ogm .ac3 | .dts | .alac | .flac | .ape | .aac | .ogg | .ofr | .mpc | .3gp and many more.
Hardware enhancements include: Graphics card GPU detection with known functional acceleration settings recommended to you during installation, including support for NVIDIA, AMD, ATI, and Intel dedicated or onboard GPU’s. This also includes laptop and tablet settings recommended to improve performance and save power. Processor identification and thread detection sets your codecs to use the best number of threads within the limits of each codec.
Resolutions supported include: All resolutions, including SD (Standard Definition) 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, + HD (High Definition) 720i, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 4k (Ultra HD) and beyond.
By using DVDFab Passkey for BluRay & DVD with this Codec Pack, Windows 7, 8 , 8.1 and 10 users can play: Protected Bluray, AVCHD, DVD.
Package Codec Components: * LAV Video decoder 0.74.1 Build 92 x86 & x64 (XP/2000 version is 0.69). * ffdshow DirectShow Video Codec 1.3.4533 x86 & x64. * XviD Video (Encoder) Codec v1.3.7. * x264 Video (Encoder) Codec v44.2851. * Lagarith Lossless Video (Encoder) Codec v1.3.27 x86 & x64. * LAV Audio Decoder 0.74.1 Build 92 x86 & x64 (Legacy version is 0.69). * Sony DSD Decoder 1.0 x86. * DivX Audio Decoder 4.1 x86. * DSP-worx Bass Source Filter/Decoder v1.5.2.0 x86. * Haali Media Splitter/Decoder 1.13.138.44 x86 & x64 — For MP4, MKV, OGM and AVI files. * LAV Splitter 0.74.1 Build 92 x86 & x64 (Legacy version is 0.69). * ReClock Video renderer v1.9.0.0 x86. * xy-VSFilter v3.0.0.211 x86 & x64 — Subtitle Readers. * CDXA Reader v1.7.13 x86 & x64 (XP/2000 version is 1.6.8) — Also known as Form 2 Mode 2 CD or XCD x86 & x64 (Legacy version is 0.69). * Icaros 3.1.0 x86 & x64. * Application Tuning — Changes the default settings for Media Player Classic, NVIDIA 3D Vision Player, and Stereoscopic Player.
Package Utilities: * Media Player Classic Home Cinema 1.9.8 x86 (XP/2000 version is 1.6.8) — Selectable by right clicking on any file. * Disc Handler — For double click playback on BluRay disc icons in Windows Explorer. * Codec Settings GUI — Allows the user to modify codec, graphics and sound settings. * Codec Settings UAC (User Account Control) Manager — Copies settings between users. * Update Checker — Checks for updates once every 7 days (Administrator only). * Tray Menu — Gives easy access to codec utilities and allows fast audio profile switching.
Download K-Lite Codec Pack
There are four different variants of the K-Lite Codec Pack. Ranging from a very small bundle that contains only the most essential decoders to a large and more comprehensive bundle. The global differences between the variants can be found below . Detailed differences can be found on the comparison of abilities and comparison of contents pages.
These codec packs are compatible with Windows Vista/7/8/8.1/10. Old versions also with XP. The packs include both 32-bit and 64-bit codecs, so they work great on both x86 and x64 variants of Windows!
Basic
Small but extremely powerful!
Already contains everything you need to play all common audio and video file formats.
Note: the Basic version does NOT include a player. You need to use it together with an already installed DirectShow player such as Windows Media Player. For playback issues with WMP please read our F.A.Q. for solutions.
We recommend using K-Lite Standard, which includes MPC-HC, which is a very good player.
Standard
Same as Basic, plus:
Media Player Classic Home Cinema (MPC-HC) This is an excellent player. Highly recommended! It provides high quality playback and many useful options.
MediaInfo Lite This is a tool for getting details about media files.
This is the recommended variant for the average user. Use this if you don’t know what you need. It already contains everything that you need for playback. The extra components that are included in the larger versions provide no benefit for the majority of users.
Same as Standard, plus:
MadVR An advanced video renderer with high quality upscaling algorithms.
DC-Bass Source Mod For decoding OptimFrog and Tracker audio files (very rare formats).
Plugin for 3D video decoding (H.264 MVC) Note: this requires using MPC-HC with madVR, and also a compatible graphics driver. Recent NVIDIA drivers no longer support 3D video (but you could try «3D Fix Manager»).
Same as Full, plus:
GraphStudioNext A tool for creating and testing DirectShow graphs.
A few ACM/VFW codecs such as x264VFW and Lagarith This type of codec is used by certain video editing/encoding applications for working with AVI files. For example VirtualDub. These codecs are not used or needed for video playback. Important note: The K-Lite Codec Pack does not expand the import abilities of professional video editors such as Vegas Movie Studio or Adobe Premiere. Those applications often only support importing a small set of file formats, and do not support using the type of codecs that are included in the codec pack (DirectShow/VFW). Modern editors often only use their own internal codecs or only support external codecs of the Media Foundation type.
And a few extra optional DirectShow filters:
ffdshow audio/video processor Provides some filters for manipulating the decoded audio and video.
ffdshow audio/video decoder An alternative choice for LAV Audio/Video decoder.
AC3Filter An alternative choice for LAV Audio decoder.
Important note: The extra filters mentioned above are not installed by default. We also do not recommend using these outdated filters. They are only included for a tiny group of people who have a reason for using them. We strongly recommend to use the default decoders from the pack. Those are better.
Important note: All the extra functionality included in Mega is only useful for a small group of people. It does not provide playback capability for any additional audio or video formats. If you are only interested in playback, then Full version is already enough for you.
Update
Additional updates for the latest version of the codec pack.
This is not a stand-alone installer. This update requires that the latest version of Basic/Standard/Full/Mega is already installed.
Beta versions contain the latest updates and improvements, but they have not yet been tested as well as normal releases.
For experienced users who like to try out the latest stuff and want to provide feedback.
Beta versions are available for Basic/Standard/Full/Mega.
Old versions
Are you looking for an older version? Those can be found here.
If the latest version gives you a problem, then please report that to us so we can fix it!
Media Player Codec Pack Plus
Media Player Codec Pack Plus was created to make installing major codec’s, filters, plug-ins and splitters easy
Compatible with: Microsoft Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista & 2008
Microsoft Windows Media Player 12, 11 & 10
Any player compatible with DirectShow
Package Overview: Media Player Codec Pack Plus differs from the usual Media Player Codec Pack by including more encoder codec’s, including additional 64bit codecs. It supports almost every compression and file type used by modern video and audio files. The package is simple to install, while also offering advanced settings to the high end user: For simple installation select «Easy Installation». For advanced installation options select «Expert Installation».
Codec’s Explained: A codec is a piece of software on either a device or computer capable of encoding and/or decoding video and/or audio data from files, streams and broadcasts. The word Codec is a portmanteau of ‘compressor-decompressor’
Compression types that you will be able to play include: x264 | x265 | h.265 | HEVC | 10bit x265 | 10bit x264 | AVCHD | AVC DivX | XviD | MP4 | MPEG4 | MPEG2 and many more.
File types you will be able to play include: .bdmv | .evo | .hevc | .mkv | .avi | .flv | .webm | .mp4 | .m4v | .m4a | .ts | .ogm .ac3 | .dts | .alac | .flac | .ape | .aac | .ogg | .ofr | .mpc | .3gp and many more.
Hardware enhancements include: Graphics card GPU detection with known functional acceleration settings recommended to you during installation, including support for NVIDIA, AMD, ATI, and Intel dedicated or onboard GPU’s. This also includes laptop and tablet settings recommended to improve performance and save power. Processor identification and thread detection sets your codecs to use the best number of threads within the limits of each codec.
Resolutions supported include: All resolutions, including SD (Standard Definition) 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, + HD (High Definition) 720i, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 4k (Ultra HD) and beyond.
By using DVDFab Passkey for BluRay & DVD with this Codec Pack, Windows 7, 8 , 8.1 and 10 users can play: Protected Bluray, AVCHD, DVD.
Package Codec Components: * LAV Video decoder 0.74.1 Build 92 x86 & x64. * LAV 3D plugin 3.0 x86 & x64. * ffdshow DirectShow Video Codec 1.3.4533 x86 & x64. * XviD Video (Encoder) Codec v1.3.7 x86 & x64. * XviD MTK Video (Encoder) Codec v1.3.2 x86 & x64. * x264 Video (Encoder) Codec v44.2851 x86 & x64. * Lagarith Lossless Video (Encoder) Codec v1.3.27 x86 & x64. * LAV Audio Decoder 0.74.1 Build 92 x86 & x64. * Sony DSD Decoder 1.0 x86. * Lame MP3 ACM Codec 3.99.5 x86. * AAC ACM Codec 1.9 x86. * DivX Audio Decoder 4.1 x86. * DSP-worx Bass Source Filter/Decoder v1.5.2.0 x86. * Haali Media Splitter/Decoder 1.13.138.44 x86 & x64 — For MP4, MKV, OGM and AVI files. * LAV Splitter 0.74.1 Build 92 x86 & x64. * AviSynth+ r2772 Frame server x86 & x64. * ReClock v1.9.0.0 x86. * madVR Video Renderer v0.92.17 x86 & x64. * xy-VSFilter v3.0.0.211 x86 & x64 — Subtitle Readers. * CDXA Reader v1.7.13 x86 & x64 — Also known as Form 2 Mode 2 CD or XCD x86 & x64. * Icaros 3.1.0 x86 & x64. * Application Tuning — Changes the default settings for Media Player Classic, NVIDIA 3D Vision Player, and Stereoscopic Player.
Package Utilities: * VLC Player 3.0.12 x86 x86 — Selectable by right clicking on any file. * Media Player Classic Home Cinema 1.9.8 x86 — Selectable by right clicking on any file. * Disc Handler — For double click playback on BluRay disc icons in Windows Explorer. * Codec Settings GUI — Allows the user to modify codec, graphics and sound settings. * Codec Settings UAC (User Account Control) Manager — Copies settings between users. * Update Checker — Checks for updates once every 7 days (Administrator only). * Tray Menu — Gives easy access to codec utilities and allows fast audio profile switching.
Foobar2000 Components (Requires Foobar2000 before install): * DVD-Audio Decoder and Watermark Detector 0.4.11 — For playback of strict DVD-A. * DVD-Audio Watermark Neutralizer 0.1.8 — Included with the above componenet. * APT-x100 Decoder 0.1.1 — Included with the above componenet. * SACD (Super Audio CD) Decoder 1.2.6 — For Playback of SACD .iso/.dsf/.dff files. * DSD Processor 1.1.4 — For Playback of SACD .iso/.dsf/.dff files. * HDCD (High Definition Compatible Digital) Decoder 1.19. * AC3 Decoder 0.9.8 — Recommended for DVD-Audio playback. * DTS-HD Decoder 0.1.3 — Recommended for DVD-Audio playback. * DTS Decoder 0.5.3 — Recommended for DVD-Audio playback. * ASIO Ouput Support 2.1.2 — Recommended for SACD .iso/.dsf/.dff playback. * WASAPI Ouput Support 3.3 — Recommended for SACD .iso/.dsf/.dff playback.
