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Format 1 file

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Timing and files

Tracks share a timeline. Separate drum and piano tracks can start together.

Format 1 file · MThd · 1 → MTrk ∥ MTrk

File meta events, event positions and live transport messages serve different functions. Inspect this example in its proper context using an SMF reader or MIDI monitor.

Example

Code or time base / interpretation · MThd · 1 / MTrk ∥ MTrk

Code or time base / interpretation

MThd · 1 MTrk ∥ MTrk

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What unit is being used for timing?

AnswerCheck the file’s PPQ or SMPTE division. MIDI Clock on the wire uses 24 pulses per quarter independently of SMF tick resolution.

Related topics

Ticks, PPQ and tempo maps

References

MIDI specifications and reference tables

Subject-expert review pending.