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probablly not normal - do u have latest graphics card drivers in

Posted by steve on Sat, 10/28/2000 - 21:17.

: does anyone have a problem with text blurriness on an LCD monitor using 800 x 600? is this normal?

Converting MIDI files to Wav

Posted by Joy O'Dell on Sat, 10/28/2000 - 03:15.

I am trying to find something to convert midi files to wave files so I can burn CD's. I downloaded the demo version of the Audio Compositor 4.1, but I cannot figure out how to use it and get the midi to recordable wav files. Is there something better or different? Is this what I need - how do I work it.

Joy

Re: Converting MIDI files to Wav

Posted by SMM on Mon, 10/30/2000 - 05:54.

: I am trying to find something to convert midi files to wave files so I can burn CD's. I downloaded the demo version of the Audio Compositor 4.1, but I cannot figure out how to use it and get the midi to recordable wav files. Is there something better or different? Is this what I need - how do I work it.

: Joy

Alternatives;

<a href="/smm/programs/WAVmaker_for_Windows_95/">WAVmaker III</a> - CD-quality MIDI rendering
<a href="/smm/programs/TiMidity_win32/">TiMidity++</a> - TiMidity is a MIDI to WAVE converter and player (Full source code)

looking for a free downloadable software to compose music via pc

Posted by faisal on Sat, 10/28/2000 - 02:24.

I m actually looking for a free software for windows through which i can compose music on the pc
awaiting your advise, and, thanking you in advance.
faisal

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Theresa on Tue, 01/08/2002 - 01:09.

I really want to start writing my own music and not having to tap it out on the piano- are there any free sites to help write music as well as submit demo to a record label.....

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Irma on Sat, 08/31/2002 - 05:21.

: I really want to start writing my own music and not having to tap it out on the piano- are there any free sites to help write music as well as submit demo to a record label.....

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music v

Posted by MC.D (via moderator) on Mon, 11/10/2003 - 05:51.

I can write rap music but cant get the beats.It would help with the demo if i could get free beats that i could twist and tweak in my own way.Any ideas?

Re: FOUND:looking for a free downloadable software to compose mu

Posted by Found by Harvey on Mon, 03/05/2001 - 16:51.

Search for Music MasterWorks. It is free for
one month then a $20 registration fee. The
current version is 2.32 but search for only
the name because the engines only list the older
versions.

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by M. on Sat, 10/28/2000 - 07:02.

: I m actually looking for a free software for windows through which i can compose music on the pc
: awaiting your advise, and, thanking you in advance.
: faisal

I found this site. Maybe it will work for you.

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Jason (via moderator) on Thu, 10/09/2003 - 06:06.

Try <a href="http://www.hitsquad.com/cgi/htdig/htsearch.cgi?method=and&format=builtin-long&config=htdig&restrict=%2Fsmm%2Fprograms%2F&exclude=&words=HYPERSCORE">HYPERSCORE</a> for windows.

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Steven P. Smurik on Sat, 01/05/2002 - 23:42.

: : I m actually looking for a free software for windows through which i can compose music on the pc
: : awaiting your advise, and, thanking you in advance.
: : faisal

: I found this site. Maybe it will work for you.

ALSO, I HAVE SEEN ON TV THEY WERE DEMONSTRATING A UPRIGHT PIANO TYPE, WITH A COMP. SCREEN IN THE MIDDLE. COMPOSING MISIC WAS INCREDIBLY EASY, I THINK IT WAS, A VERY WELL KNOWN ORGAN NAME LIKE, GIBSON, YAMAHA, WURLITZER, ???? JUST WONDERING, BUT, BUT PLEASE SEND ME ANYTHING ABOUT COMPOSING PROGRAMS FOR MUSIC. tHANKS sTEVEN

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Steven P. Smurik on Sat, 01/05/2002 - 23:42.

: : I m actually looking for a free software for windows through which i can compose music on the pc
: : awaiting your advise, and, thanking you in advance.
: : faisal

: I found this site. Maybe it will work for you.

ALSO, I HAVE SEEN ON TV THEY WERE DEMONSTRATING A UPRIGHT PIANO TYPE, WITH A COMP. SCREEN IN THE MIDDLE. COMPOSING MISIC WAS INCREDIBLY EASY, I THINK IT WAS, A VERY WELL KNOWN ORGAN NAME LIKE, GIBSON, YAMAHA, WURLITZER, ???? JUST WONDERING, BUT, BUT PLEASE SEND ME ANYTHING ABOUT COMPOSING PROGRAMS FOR MUSIC. tHANKS sTEVEN

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Terri on Thu, 10/18/2001 - 00:29.

try www.anvilstudio.com I've been using it for years. The basic program is free, and there are extras you can pay for. The only drawback to a composer is it will not let you print sheet music on the free program, only with the upgrade. But it handles all time signatures and keys, allows for triplets (but not duplets), can create multiple tracks, and has a hundred different instrument sounds including a percussion track.

www.musicmasterworks.com
If you need to print music, I found 'Music Master Works' which gives a free 30 day trial, and a 20$ complete registration. Also has a 'voice to note' feature if you have a 'mic, but I haven't tried it yet

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Christopher on Thu, 05/17/2001 - 17:04.

I misspelled the search engine Google in my last posting. Go there and type in the exact keywords "Visual Music" and "bagpipe". The first entry to come up will allow you to download the program, which includes a keyboard synthesizer and a scripting option, as well as 128 different instruments and effects.

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Christopher on Thu, 05/17/2001 - 16:46.

Here's an excellent freeware program: Go to Googol and do an exact phrase search with keywords "Visual Music" and "bagpipe". The first site to come up will allow you to download the Visual music software.

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Ron Caudillo on Tue, 02/06/2001 - 01:50.

I would be interested int the downloadable software also. Where can I get it?

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by tom noon (via moderator) on Tue, 07/15/2003 - 23:30.

: I would be interested int the downloadable software also. Where can I get it?

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Anil (via moderator) on Thu, 09/11/2003 - 22:05.

: : I would be interested int the downloadable software also. Where can I get it?

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Jason (via moderator) on Thu, 09/11/2003 - 22:10.

: : : I would be interested int the downloadable software also. Where can I get it?

This is the biggest web site in the world devoted to
exactly that.

Go to the main download area page at
<a href="http://www.hitsquad.com/smm/" target="_top">http://www.hitsquad.com/smm/</a> or to
ask a more specific question about the type of music
composition software you are looking for, then go to
<a href="http://www.hitsquad.com/smm/wwwboard/" target="_top">http://www.hitsquad.com/smm/wwwboard/</a>

HTH
Jason.

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Kerry on Fri, 06/15/2001 - 22:16.

I too would like to get a hold of a program that can allow me to compose midi files with just my computer. If anyone has a website reference please email me either at greenfire9090@hotmail.com or at vengeful_fred_the_cockatoo@yahoo.ca

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Jay Brown on Tue, 10/31/2000 - 05:02.

I'm also looking for the same thing, I don't have a keyboard or output device, but would like to be able to compose MIDI tunes with a graphical interface or something.

You forgot to put the address to your reccomended site, M.

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by kylie on Mon, 10/01/2001 - 00:52.

: I'm also looking for the same thing, I don't have a keyboard or output device, but would like to be able to compose MIDI tunes with a graphical interface or something.

: You forgot to put the address to your reccomended site, M.

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by kristy on Sun, 11/25/2001 - 22:13.

: : I'm also looking for the same thing, I don't have an output device, but would like to be able to compose MIDI tunes with a graphical interface or something.

: : You forgot to put the address to your reccomended site, M.

Re: looking for a free downloadable software to compose music vi

Posted by Harvey on Sun, 02/25/2001 - 18:35.

: I'm also looking for the same thing, I don't have a keyboard or output device, but would like to be able to compose MIDI tunes with a graphical interface or something.

: You forgot to put the address to your reccomended site, M.

Add me to the list of people wanting the same thing

RA to WAV Converter FOUND!!!!!

Posted by GregB on Sat, 10/28/2000 - 01:50.

It's at ftp://ftp.softhouse.com.cn/download2/7799Ra2Wav2003demo.exe

Then to convert to MP3 just use one of the various WAV to MP3 converters! Great find! Search is finally over!

gcb

Re: RA to WAV Converter FOUND!!!!!

Posted by JL on Sun, 05/20/2001 - 15:58.

The problem with ra2wav is that the demo version is the only one currently available and it inserts a voice about every 10 seconds. There must have been legal action from Real Audio to all of the conversion software as I have not been able to find any that still do the conversion. As a work around I have been using Total Recorder - it records anything that goes to your sound board and saves it in a wav file. Then burn the wav to CD. Total Recorder can be downloaded at www.HighCriteria.com it costs about $12 dollars.

: It's at ftp://ftp.softhouse.com.cn/download2/7799Ra2Wav2003demo.exe

: Then to convert to MP3 just use one of the various WAV to MP3 converters! Great find! Search is finally over!

: gcb

recording with n-track..

Posted by IceRegent on Sat, 10/28/2000 - 00:39.

hey, I am using n-track 2.2 to record audio tracks, with midi base files playing drums and bass etc...I am getting glitching problems when doing this. I am running win98 second ed, on a 233mhs pentmmx with 32 megram. Any suggestions on how to fix the glitching?It is making it a bear to record clean audio.

ps file

Posted by graham hunt on Fri, 10/27/2000 - 23:03.

can you convert ps file to wave or mp3 can any help!!!

IS THERE ACAPELLA MAKING SOFTWARE???????

Posted by TurboSupra on Fri, 10/27/2000 - 22:54.

does anyone know the name of software that you can
make an acapella version of a song from the standard
version? or a site that has unlimited amounts of acapella
versions? thanks in advance

Re: IS THERE ACAPELLA MAKING SOFTWARE???????

Posted by cashmere on Thu, 03/15/2001 - 02:08.

: does anyone know the name of software that you can
: make an acapella version of a song from the standard
: version? or a site that has unlimited amounts of acapella
: versions? thanks in advance

Re: IS THERE ACAPELLA MAKING SOFTWARE???????

Posted by Patrick on Thu, 05/08/2003 - 17:06.

: : does anyone know the name of software that you can
: : make an acapella version of a song from the standard
: : version? or a site that has unlimited amounts of acapella
: : versions? thanks in advance

Re: IS THERE ACAPELLA MAKING SOFTWARE???????

Posted by john on Thu, 05/08/2003 - 21:12.

leaarn how to post foollow ups for real : : : does anyone know the name of software that you can
: : : make an acapella version of a song from the standard
: : : version? or a site that has unlimited amounts of acapella
: : : versions? thanks in advance

Re: IS THERE ACAPELLA MAKING SOFTWARE???????

Posted by fariel on Mon, 02/26/2001 - 19:33.

: does anyone know the name of software that you can
: make an acapella version of a song from the standard
: version? or a site that has unlimited amounts of acapella
: versions? thanks in advance

Re: IS THERE ACAPELLA MAKING SOFTWARE???????

Posted by why on Tue, 10/29/2002 - 03:30.

: : does anyone know the name of software that you can
: : make an acapella version of a song from the standard
: : version? or a site that has unlimited amounts of acapella
: : versions? thanks in advance

Why the hell do people respond with no answers. thats bullshit. bullshit.

Up loading Music~Web~Site

Posted by Cobra on Fri, 10/27/2000 - 21:41.

I have two problems, #1 how do I install a minnie player that will auto~start, & Play midis on my Web~Site`s. And #2 how is the EASYEST way to up load my music files to my Web~Sites? thanks D~Cobra

Re: Up loading Music~Web~Site

Posted by SMM on Mon, 10/30/2000 - 06:02.

See this tutorial by Håkan 'Zap' Andersson:<a href="http://www.lysator.liu.se/~zap/tutorial/midi.html">Adding MIDI background music</a>

To transfer files from your computer to your web site (upload and download), download and install a FTP program
like <a href="http://www.ipswitch.com/">WS_FTP</a>.

: I have two problems, #1 how do I install a minnie player that will auto~start, & Play midis on my Web~Site`s. And #2 how is the EASYEST way to up load my music files to my Web~Sites? thanks D~Cobra

Tape player to PC - connecting!!!

Posted by Robert on Fri, 10/27/2000 - 20:35.

How do we connect a full size tape tape player / recorder into the PC's souncard? Do we need a special cable?
Many thanks

Re: Tape player to PC - connecting!!!

Posted by Paul on Sat, 11/25/2000 - 04:48.

Just learned of this question. If you're still looking...

1) Y-adaptor: one 1/8 inch stereo plug to, two RCA (phono) jacks connected by a couple feet of cable. Usually sold as a patch cord used to connect a personal CD player to a home stereo. (Radio Shack)

2) Straight Adaptor: 1/8 inch stereo plug to, two RCA jacks. About three inches long overall, encased in hard plastic. Requires the use of a standard paired home stereo patch cord.

I recommend #1, I use a couple myself. The second isn't a great idea because it has an additional connection in the line which can be avoided. But both will work well and are under $5.

Hope I'm not too late!

Re: Tape player to PC - connecting!!!

Posted by steve on Fri, 10/27/2000 - 20:42.

What do u mean by 'full size'??

Ordinary stereo cable from tape out to line in of soundcard should do! What other options could there be??

steve

Re: Tape player to PC - connecting!!!

Posted by Robert on Fri, 10/27/2000 - 20:50.

: What do u mean by 'full size'??

: Ordinary stereo cable from tape out to line in of soundcard should do! What other options could there be??

: steve
I wanted to exclude portable tape players. Stereo cables have two jacks and the sound card has....
this is what I am wondering about.

standard cable - stereo>mono jacks

Posted by steve on Sat, 10/28/2000 - 21:30.

Ahh you mean Robert the tape output is two mono plugs? red+white sockets? If so the answer is easy! The soundcard line in is a normal stereo jack which has three internal connectors. The mono plugs have four wires but take only three different signals. Therefore all u need is a cable with two mono jacks at one end and a mini stereo jack at the other! Standard cable - available everywhere.
hope this helps?

steve

midi on old mac?

Posted by chorus120 on Fri, 10/27/2000 - 19:54.

I've got an old Mac...really, really old... can anyone recomend MIDI software for System 7.5 and where to find it? I know it's out there, I've seen it done on older Macs than mine. Can anybody help?
Thanx.

Re: midi on old mac?

Posted by Solid on Wed, 11/01/2000 - 02:48.

Mastertracks Pro is a good midi sequencing program for a variety of Macs-old and new. Check at gvox.com as they handle former Passport products.I think it's up to version 6 but you might need 5 to be more compatible with earlier systems.They have some demo's at that site also. Good Luck

How to convert *.wma into *.wav? Please help!!!

Posted by Tom on Fri, 10/27/2000 - 18:40.

Hi,
I need help. I need to know how to convert WMA Files, that I can burn it on CD!
Could You please help me!!!
Thank You very much!
Tom

Re: How to convert *.wma into *.wav? Please help!!!

Posted by Matt Gibbons on Tue, 05/15/2001 - 05:40.

hello i cant for the life of me find a converter that converts WMA into WAV files that is FREE!!! please please help if you could send me a link in an email telling me the the best one u found that converts the whole song not just the first half.

thank you very much
Matt

Re: How to convert *.wma into *.wav? Please help!!!

Posted by Fcorp on Mon, 01/29/2001 - 02:41.

Try Audio Converter at http://www.freeturtles.com

Instrument sounds for Cakewalk

Posted by Jonathan Le-cun on Fri, 10/27/2000 - 18:01.

Do the instrument definitions stored with Cakewalk ( Home Studio 9 ) actually contain the sounds for those instruments or can you only access them with the specific hardware concerned?

If the sounds are not there then is there anyway of importing them so I can use them without buying each piece of equipment?

Re: Instrument sounds for Cakewalk

Posted by Jamison on Wed, 08/06/2003 - 22:13.

: D0 the instrument definitions stored with Cakewalk ( Home Studio 9 ) actually contain the sounds for those instruments or can you only access them with the specific hardware concerned?

: If the sounds are not there then is there anyway of importing them so I can use them without buying each piece of equipment?

Re: Instrument sounds for Cakewalk

Posted by Kev on Sun, 10/29/2000 - 22:42.

: Do the instrument definitions stored with Cakewalk ( Home Studio 9 ) actually contain the sounds for those instruments or can you only access them with the specific hardware concerned?

: If the sounds are not there then is there anyway of importing them so I can use them without buying each piece of equipment?

The answer depends on the type of sound card you are using. Which are you using?

ORANGE VOCODER -HELP!!!!!!

Posted by lee on Fri, 10/27/2000 - 15:09.

does anyone know what settings to use to replicate an old skool electro vocoder voise (like leftfields track ) it is driving me mad -HELP!!!!!!!!!

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