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Zero-velocity note-off

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Note and channel data

The receiver treats a zero-velocity Note On as a release for the matching note on the same channel.

Zero-velocity note-off · 90 3C 00 → C4 → off

Bytes in the example are hexadecimal. In channel messages the first byte identifies the type and channel. Subsequent data bytes carry parameters. System messages use other layouts.

Example

MIDI 1.0 message / interpretation · 90 3C 00 / C4 → off

MIDI 1.0 message / interpretation

90 3C 00 C4 → off

Try it

Which field should you identify first in a MIDI monitor?

AnswerIdentify the status before decoding the data fields. With running status the prior channel status can still apply.

Related topics

Channels and tracks are different

References

MIDI specifications and reference tables

Subject-expert review pending.