Dependency on SoundFont Libraries
MIDI files don't contain sounds; instead, they contain codes or control messages that refer to the computer's sound samples. The MIDI standard defines message codes for musical events, including the start of a note, its pitch, length, volume, and musical attributes, such as vibrato. It also defines codes for various buttons, dials, and pedal adjustments.
The audio tool, or sound card, utilizes its capabilities to create music based on those messages. This process is called "sound synthesis", and the device that produces the sound is known as a "synthesizer." Therefore, if a computer has a poor-quality MIDI library or dissimilar sounds for instruments, the MIDI composition plays back differently and most likely with lower quality.
Lack of support for various devices
Most media players, including all smartphones and tablets, support the MP3 format, whereas the MIDI format is not widely supported.
Lack of support for various audio tools
MP3 and WAV files can be imported into nearly all audio editors and sound-improving tools, unlike MIDI. After conversion, you'll be able to polish and edit your compositions using any MP3 or WAV-compatible audio software.
Therefore, the best way to listen to and improve your MIDI compositions is first to convert them to MP3 or WAV formats. Our applications, including MIDI to MP3, will help convert MIDI message files into real music, ensuring they sound the same on all devices and systems.
