AV1 Smart Rendering in SolveigMM Video Splitter: the frame accurate editing without full re-encoding

The digital landscape is constantly demanding higher quality video delivered faster and more efficiently. Enter AV1 (AOMedia Video 1), the revolutionary open-source video coding standard that is rapidly reshaping how we consume and distribute visual content.

Solveig Multimedia is proud to announce the release of SolveigMM Video Splitter version supporting the smart editing with AV1 codec. The editing goes fast and without full re-encoding thanks to SolveigMM smart rendering technology, so you can be sure that the initial quality of your video files will be preserved.

What is AV1 and Why Does It Matter?

AV1 is the new-generation video compression format developed by the Alliance for Open Media (AOMedia), which includes tech giants like Google, Apple, Netflix, Amazon, and Microsoft. Unlike older codecs, AV1 is royalty-free, meaning its adoption is faster and its implementation is more accessible across the entire ecosystem—from streaming services to hardware manufacturers.

The Unmatched Advantages of AV1

AV1 isn’t just a small step forward; it’s a leap in efficiency, providing clear benefits for both content creators and end-users:

1. Superior Compression Efficiency: The core strength of AV1 is its superior compression. Depending on the content, AV1 can deliver the same visual quality as H.264/AVC at up to 50% lower bitrate, or match H.265/HEVC quality with even greater savings. This means:

• Faster Loading Times: Videos start quicker.
• Lower Bandwidth Costs: Streaming services save massive amounts of data.
• Better Mobile Experience: Users can stream high-resolution content (like 4K or 8K) even on slower or congested networks.

2. Future-Proof Quality: AV1 is designed to handle the next generation of high-resolution video, including 8K resolution and High Dynamic Range (HDR) content, with better visual fidelity than its predecessors.
3. Open Source & Royalty-Free: Because it requires no licensing fees, AV1 encourages widespread adoption across all platforms (web browsers, mobile operating systems, smart TVs), ensuring maximum compatibility for your content in the long run.

Table 1. H.264, H.265 and AV1 codec comparison

Why Should You Be Using AV1 Now?

If you are involved in streaming, content hosting, or video production, migrating to or prioritizing AV1 encoding is essential for remaining competitive:

• For Viewers: Provide a premium viewing experience without buffering interruptions, especially crucial for live events and high-demand streaming.
• For Creators & Businesses: Optimize storage and delivery costs while delivering the highest possible quality your audience demands.

The hardware and software support for AV1 encoding and decoding is expanding daily. By adopting AV1 today, you are future-proofing your video content and ensuring the best delivery possible for the modern internet user.

SolveigMM Video Splitter receives the support of AV1 codec

Take your video editing workflow to the next level with native support for the cutting-edge AV1 codec. Our SolveigMM Video Splitter is specifically optimized to handle AV1 streams and AV1 video editing, enabling you to trim, cut, and edit your high-quality video content without the need for time-consuming re-encoding. By performing “smart” editing, we ensure that the original quality is preserved exactly as in the input file as no re-encoding is involved in the editing process and you will receive exactly that you have selected – all segments will be saved with up to the frame accuracy.

However, this is more than just a speed boost; it is a smarter way to manage the next generation of video content. Whether you are dealing with massive 4K/8K files or high-efficiency HDR streams, our software allows you to make precise, frame-accurate edits in a fraction of the time required by traditional video editors.

Our latest update transforms our software into a powerful AV1 video editor, allowing you to cut and trim high-efficiency files without the need for time-consuming re-encoding.

The supported formats are MKV, MP4, MP4-dash and WEBM.

AV1 files editing is available in all Video Splitter Editions: Home, Business, Broadcast and Free.

Therefore experience the perfect synergy of AV1’s advanced compression and our lossless editing engine—saving you precious time, storage, and processing power, all while keeping your video quality pristine.

What users can do in Video Splitter with their AV1 videos 

• Open and preview files:
  • easy preview and navigation through frames and setted markers
  • files zooming on preview
  • selecting streams for preview and editing
  • flip and rotate the video (only for preview)

• Edit files:
  • trim, cut: delete unnecessary segments, save one or several segments from the file
  • split the file into new files
  • join several files with the same parameters into the single file
  • make the screenshot of any frame
  • edit several video files with the same codecs simultaneously
  • mute sound on the selected segment and the whole file
  • slicing files on the required number of equal parts, by duration or size
  • batch editing (in Business and Broadcast Editions)
  • save Video Splitter project to edit the file later
  • import EDL project from other applications

See below the examples of possible editing projects with your AV1 files in SolveigMM Video Splitter.

1. Saving several segments from the file.

2. Splitting file into several new files.

3. Selecting streams for preview and editing in the Control menu / Select streams. Muting all sound in the file.

4. Set silence on the selected segment.

5. Editing several AV1 files at a time on the same timeline.

6. Joining several AV1 files in Join Manager.

7. Batch processing AV1 files in Batch Manager (available in Business and Broadcast Editions).

9. Files slicing into size, duration or equal parts.

Why This Matters for Your Workflow

The integration of AV1 support with our lossless editing engine is a game-changer for content creators who prioritize both efficiency and visual excellence. Here is how this empowers your daily tasks:

• Editing YouTube & Web Content: With platforms shifting toward AV1 to save bandwidth and improve playback, you need a tool that speaks its language. Prepare your web-ready content faster than ever, ensuring your videos look crisp at smaller file sizes without wasting hours on rendering with our AV1 video splitter.
• Professional-Grade Precision: Whether you are cutting down hours of recorded live streams or polishing complex video projects, use our splitter to cut AV1 video without re-encoding to get frame-accurate cuts. You get the perfect edit points every time, without the artifacts or quality degradation typically caused by re-encoding.
• Streamlining OBS Studio Recordings: Creators using OBS Studio increasingly rely on AV1 for its superior compression. Our software eliminates the traditional bottleneck of re-encoding these heavy files, allowing you to instantly trim your raw OBS captures while keeping the original high-quality stream intact.
• The Power of FFmpeg Integration: We’ve built our core engine with the same rigorous standards found in tools like FFmpeg. By combining this robust architectural reliability with an intuitive user interface, we give you the raw processing power of professional command-line tools—minus the complexity.

In short: stop waiting for render bars to finish. Whether you are processing archives or preparing your next popular clip, our AV1-ready solution ensures that your workflow remains as efficient as the codec itself.

In conclusion

As the industry rapidly shifts toward the AV1 codec to achieve superior quality at lower bitrates, having the right tools to manage this content has never been more critical. By integrating native AV1 support in SolveigMM Video Splitter with our lossless editing technology, we are bridging the gap between cutting-edge compression and efficient, professional workflow. No longer do you have to choose between high-fidelity video and fast production times.

Download our latest version today and experience the future of video editing—smarter, faster, and uncompromisingly clear.