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Everything about SoundFont
File format containing audio samples for use in sequenced music
SoundFont is a brand name that collectively refers to a file format and associated technology that uses sample-based synthesis to play MIDI files. Originally developed by E-mu Systems and Creative Labs, it was first used on the Sound Blaster AWE32 sound card for its General MIDI support in 1994. Wikipedia →
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- Read the overview: SoundFontA 5-minute orientation
- Pick up a classic book: FreeMusicThe most-reprinted book on the subject
- Go sideways: LMMSA closely related topic
- Go sideways: Digital Sound FactoryA closely related topic
📖 Definitions
Noun A set of digital or digitized instruments in SoundFont format.
Noun Any set of digital or digitized instruments, particularly when used in the soundtrack of a video game.
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📚 Books worth reading
FreeMusic · 2014
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