What is MIME type "audio/vnd.dolby.mlp"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

audio/vnd.dolby.mlp identifies files encoded with Dolby’s Meridian Lossless Packing technology. This format compresses audio without losing any quality.

It is used to store and transmit high-fidelity sound in settings that demand the original studio quality. Files like MLP keep all audio details intact while reducing file size.

Lossless Compression – Maintains exact audio quality without degradation.
High-Fidelity Playback – Ideal for DVD-Audio and high-end broadcast systems.
Efficient Storage & Transmission – Reduces file size for easier handling.

The format is essential in professional audio production and consumer multimedia players alike.

For further information on Dolby audio technologies, visit Dolby Laboratories or review the audio MIME types at the IANA Media Types Registry.

Associated file extensions

.mlp

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:


    Content-Type: audio/vnd.dolby.mlp

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:


    <a href="file.dat" type="audio/vnd.dolby.mlp">Download file</a>

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:


    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'audio/vnd.dolby.mlp');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.mlp

FAQ

What is a MIME type?

A MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) type is a standard that indicates the nature and format of a document, file, or assortment of bytes. MIME types are defined and standardized in IETF's RFC 6838.

MIME types are important because they help browsers and servers understand how to process a file. When a browser receives a file from a server, it uses the MIME type to determine how to display or handle the content, whether it's an image to display, a PDF to open in a viewer, or a video to play.

MIME types consist of a type and a subtype, separated by a slash (e.g., text/html, image/jpeg, application/pdf). Some MIME types also include optional parameters.

How do I find the MIME type for a file?

You can check the file extension or use a file identification tool such as file --mime-type on the command line. Many programming languages also provide libraries to detect MIME types.

Why are multiple MIME types listed for one extension?

Different applications and historical conventions may use alternative MIME identifiers for the same kind of file. Showing them all helps ensure compatibility across systems.