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timidity

Timidity is a command line tool used for software synthesis of MIDI files. It allows users to convert MIDI files into various audio formats, such as WAV or MP3, using different soundfonts. The tool is open-source and is available for multiple operating systems, including Windows, Mac, and Linux. Timidity uses SoundFont technology, which enables the playback of MIDI files with high-quality instrument sounds. It supports a wide range of MIDI formats, including General MIDI (GM) and Extended General MIDI (XG). Users can customize the output audio quality and sound by selecting different soundfonts and adjusting various parameters. It also supports MIDI event scripting, providing users the ability to modify MIDI files during conversion. Timidity offers a command line interface, allowing it to be easily integrated into scripts or used in batch operations. The tool is lightweight and efficient, enabling quick and reliable conversion of MIDI files. Due to its simplicity and versatility, Timidity is a popular choice among audio enthusiasts, musicians, and developers for MIDI file conversion needs.

List of commands for timidity:

  • timidity:tldr:029b5 timidity: Play a MIDI file in a loop.
    $ timidity --loop ${filename-mid}
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  • timidity:tldr:29d04 timidity: Play a MIDI file in a specific key (0 = C major/A minor, -1 = F major/D minor, +1 = G major/E minor, etc.).
    $ timidity --force-keysig=${select} ${filename-mid}
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  • timidity:tldr:44564 timidity: Play a MIDI file.
    $ timidity ${filename-mid}
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  • timidity:tldr:475cf timidity: Convert a MIDI file to PCM (WAV) audio.
    $ timidity --output-mode=${w} --output-file=${filename-wav} ${filename-mid}
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