>I have found a way to convert a midi sound file to an mp3 for free. Here is how I did it.
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>You'll need an app that will record sound, windows media player and a stereo patch cable with two male ends.
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>1) Plug one end of the patch cord into the output of your sound card and the other end into the mic/input
>2) Start the app that will record sound with the record option running
>3) Start windows media player and play the midi file
>4) Switch to the recording app and monitor the levels.
>5) When done, remove the patch cord and edit the recorded sound.
>6) Then mix the recorded sound down to an mp3.
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>I take no responsibility for any damage you do to your computer while attempting this. But, it worked for me. I was a little worried about patching one side of the sound card to the other side but it worked okay.
That makes sense. This solution is what I consider to require a stroke of genius: a simple and effective solution (and not entirely obvious).
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