What is MIDI?
M.I.D.I. (MIDI) is an acronym for Musical Instrument Digital Interface. MIDI is a protocol, digital interface and connectors enabling electronic musical instruments, computers and related devices to connect and communicate with one another. A single MIDI link can transmit and receive sixteen independent channels of information, each of which can be routed to one or separate devices.
What is the difference between a MIDI File & MP3 Backing Track
MIDI Files
A MIDI File sends data messages to a MIDI synthesizer that recreates the musical piece. The musical piece can be one or two instruments, or a full band backing track. MIDI Files are a powerful and flexible format for backing tracks, particularly to customize song files to suit a vocal range, add or remove instruments, alter song arrangement, change ending and so on. MIDI Files are a useful composing tool to create multi track musical pieces (like backing tracks) and even your own original songs. You can even embed lyrics that scroll on a screen like karaoke and print sheet music from one or more musical parts created in a MIDI File.
MIDI Files will playback on a computer device however the song files may sound cheesy due to cheap sound cards found in most computers, smart phones and tablets. You will need to invest in a dedicated and professional quality MIDI File player or MIDI File app to get the best out of this format.
MP3 Backing Tracks
MP3 Backing Tracks are in Audio (MP3) format. This is a stereo (2 channel. left and right) audio file much like a CD or album. Editing is limited in this format to small scale pitch (key) changes, time stretching and generalEQ’ing. Audio format can include backing vocals, live instruments and a wider range of sounds than a MIDI File. Audio format backing tracks play back on a computer, smart phone or tablet without the need for additional gear.
I CAN’T HEAR DEMO’S
The demo’s are MP3 rendered version of the MIDI Files. We use this method to ensure demo’s play across all platforms. Click the blue PLAY button to preview the backing track. If there is no sound, check the volume is on the computer. NOTE: The demo player requires flash player installed on the computer.
How do I add backing tracks to the shopping cart
Click either MIDI or MP3 button. You will see a tick mark to signify the item is in the cart.
How do I remove backing tracks to the shopping cart
Unclick the MIDI or MP3 button.
Can I review and edit my selections before checkout
Yes. Click VIEW CART and review selections. Uncheck any titles or items that you want to remove.
How can I pay?
Use your PayPal account to do your payment. Payment is fast and secure.
MY CREDIT/DEBIT CARD IS REJECTED
Check number, expire date and security number are correct.New and renewed credit cards need ‘permissions enabled’ to purchase over internet outside host country. Call your bank and request ‘permissions enabled on the card to purchase over the internet and outside your country’. The bank will enable permissions and usually active within a few minutes.
How do I Download My Song Files
After making payment, wait a few seconds for the on screen download link. Double click the download button and save to disk.
Do I get a receipt sent by bye-mail
Yes. We send an invoice/receipt by e-mail. The e-mail includes a separate download link in case you need to download your song files again at another time.
Do you have YouTube song video demos
Yes
Can I use MIDI Files and MP3 backing tracks for Karaoke?
Yes. MIDI Karaoke is very popular due to the scrolling lyrics that appear on a computer and TV screen. Our MIDI Files have embedded lyrics and can be used as Karaoke MIDI Files.
I can hear a instrument playing the melody line in the demo’s
Some demo’s have a melody guide. The full MP3 backing tracks do not include the melody guide. The full MIDI File versions include a removable melody guide ( Mostly it’s the 4th midi track).
CAN YOU CUSTOM MAKE A SONG?
Need a song that is not available in our list or even your own original song? We can creates high quality custom MIDI and MP3 backing tracks at very reasonable cost.
Email us the YouTube link. The YouTube video must be the exact version you want produced or send us a MP3 or recording of the song. We will e-mail a quote/invoice. Simply pay the invoice using PayPal or a credit card and we will create and deliver your custom song all within a few days.