how to convert midi to mp3 ?

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how to convert midi to mp3 ?

Hi, I need to convert midi files to mp3 so I can load them into my i pod.
Can this be done? I have QuickTime player 7.0.4. Will I have to buy the QuickTimePro to be able to do this?
Thanks

Mac OS X (10.4.4)

Posted on Jan 27, 2006 6:31 AM

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Answer 1

Jan 27, 2006 6:55 AM in response to j123

QuickTime Pro can export MIDI files to AIFF format (CD Quality).
Drag this new file into your iTunes library and use it to convert the .aif file to .mp3 format.
Don't forget to delete the converted .aif file because it will measure in MB's.
iTunes can also play .mid files. I don't own an iPod so I can't test if the .mid file can be played on it. iTunes gives and error message when trying to convert .mid files.

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Answer 2

Jan 27, 2006 6:58 AM in response to j123

Try iTunes first. My older version in OS 9.22 does it with no problem. Just make sure you have the iTunes preferences set to do Imports in Mp3 format. Then open Convert to Mp3 in the Advanced window and navigate to your midi files.

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Answer 3

Ben Bloks

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Jan 27, 2006 6:59 AM in response to j123

J123
Simply import them in iTunes and convert them via the "advanced" settings.
QTPro will not allow you to convert to mp3, unless you install extra plug-ins (I guess they are not free)
Ben

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