dmidiplayer for Linux

Drumstick Multiplatform MIDI File Player

Overview

dmidiplayer is a MIDI file player that works on Linux, Windows, and macOS.

It is designed to play different types of MIDI files, including .MID, .RMI, .KAR, and .WRK formats.

This makes it useful for users who need to open and listen to a variety of MIDI music files across different platforms.

The software gives you control over many MIDI features.

You can transpose songs by changing their pitch up or down by 12 semitones.

It also lets you adjust the volume using MIDI control change (CC7).

Additionally, you can change the speed of a song from half speed to double speed.

These features allow for a flexible listening experience and can help with music practice or editing.

dmidiplayer supports output to hardware MIDI ports, as well as to software synthesizers through the Drumstick backend.

This means it can connect to external MIDI devices or use internal sound generators, depending on your setup.

It also offers different views, like Piano Player, MIDI Channels, Rhythm, and Lyrics (Karaoke), to help users see more details about the music they are playing.

While the app supports multiple platforms and has advanced MIDI controls, it does not specify if it has a graphical user interface or how easy it is to use.

There is also no detailed information about how well it works with newer MIDI hardware or software.

This might be important if you need smooth compatibility with the latest devices.

Overall, dmidiplayer is a useful tool for tech-savvy users who want a secure and versatile MIDI player on Linux and other operating systems.

It focuses on functionality and supports many common MIDI file formats and advanced features.

Pros

  • Supports multiple platforms including Linux, Windows, and macOS.
  • Offers advanced MIDI control features such as transposing, volume adjustment, and tempo scaling.
  • Supports various MIDI file formats including .MID, .RMI, .KAR, and .WRK.

Cons

  • No categories specified, which might affect discoverability.
  • No mention of a graphical user interface or ease of use.
  • Lacks detailed information on compatibility with modern MIDI hardware or software.

Software details

Platform
Linux
Free license
Yes
Project license
GPL-3.0+
Mobile friendly
No

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