From Audio Files to Business Value in Minutes

Implementing automated audio transcription with AssemblyAI and n8n is surprisingly straightforward, even for teams without extensive development resources.

Here's how to get started:

1. Set Up Your Foundation

   • Create an AssemblyAI account to obtain your API key
   • Install n8n via their cloud offering or self-hosted option

2. Build Your First Workflow

   • Configure the HTTP Request node with your AssemblyAI credentials
   • Connect your audio source (cloud storage, email attachments, etc.)
   • Define your destination for the transcribed text

3. Extend and Customize

   • Add sentiment analysis or topic extraction to gain deeper insights
   • Connect transcription results to your CRM, knowledge base, or analytics platform
   • Create notifications for specific keywords or phrases in transcriptions

The ROI is clear: Organizations implementing automated transcription workflows report saving hundreds of hours of manual work monthly while gaining new insights from previously inaccessible audio content.

Ready to unlock the value in your organization's voice data? Start your first AssemblyAI + n8n workflow today and transform how you capture and leverage spoken information.