Export MIDI files

  1. 1.Open your project in Wubble Studio
  2. 2.Click the "Export" button in the top toolbar
  3. 3.Select "Export MIDI" from the export options
  4. 4.Choose MIDI export format: Single file (all tracks) or Separate files (per track)
  5. 5.Enable "Include Tempo Map" if your project has tempo changes
  6. 6.Enable "Include Expression Data" to preserve dynamics and articulation
  7. 7.Click "Export MIDI" to download
  8. 8.Import the MIDI file(s) into your DAW or notation software

MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) files contain note and timing information without actual audio data. Exporting MIDI from Wubble allows you to recreate and modify your compositions in other music software with different instruments and sounds.

What is MIDI?

MIDI is a universal music notation format that stores information about what notes are played, when they're played, how loud they are, and for how long. Unlike audio files, MIDI files are tiny and completely editable.

  • Contains note data, timing, velocity (volume), and expression information
  • Very small file size (typically under 100KB even for complex songs)
  • Can be played with any virtual instrument or synthesizer
  • Fully editable - change notes, timing, instruments, and tempo
  • Universal compatibility across all music production software
  • Does not contain audio - requires virtual instruments to produce sound

When to export MIDI

MIDI export is ideal when you want to recreate or modify your composition with different sounds or in different software.

  • Recreate Wubble compositions with your own sample libraries or virtual instruments
  • Import melodies and chord progressions into other DAWs for further production
  • Share musical ideas with collaborators who use different software
  • Create sheet music using notation software like Finale or Sibelius
  • Learn from AI-generated compositions by examining the MIDI notes
  • Modify timing, notes, or arrangements without affecting audio quality

MIDI export options

Wubble provides flexible MIDI export options to suit different workflows and software requirements.

  • Single MIDI file: All tracks merged into one multi-track MIDI file (Type 1 MIDI)
  • Separate MIDI files: Each melodic track exported as individual MIDI file
  • MIDI + Audio: Export both MIDI data and rendered audio for reference
  • Include tempo map: Preserves tempo changes and time signature changes
  • Include expression data: Preserves velocity, pitch bend, and modulation

Tips

  • Export MIDI along with audio stems to have both audio reference and editable MIDI data
  • Use separate MIDI files when you want to import only specific melodic elements
  • Enable tempo map export if your project uses tempo automation or time signature changes
  • MIDI export works best for melodic and harmonic content (melodies, chords, bass lines)
  • Percussion and drum patterns are exported as MIDI notes mapped to General MIDI drum standards
  • Some DAWs prefer Type 1 MIDI (single file, multiple tracks) while others work better with Type 0

Notes

  • MIDI export is available on all plans, including Free.
  • Only tracks with melodic/note-based content will be included in MIDI export. Audio-only tracks (like field recordings or voice samples) cannot be converted to MIDI.
  • MIDI files do not contain audio - you need virtual instruments in your DAW to hear the notes played back.
  • Effects, mixing, and audio processing from Wubble are not exported in MIDI files. Only note and timing data are preserved.
  • Some complex audio manipulation (like time-stretching or pitch-shifting of audio tracks) cannot be represented in MIDI.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I export MIDI from audio tracks?

Wubble can only export MIDI from tracks that contain note-based musical data (melodies, chords, bass lines generated by AI). Pure audio recordings cannot be converted to MIDI. However, Wubble's AI can analyze some audio and extract MIDI data if the content is clearly melodic.

Why doesn't my MIDI sound the same when imported into my DAW?

MIDI files only contain note information, not sounds. The instruments you hear in your DAW depend on which virtual instruments you use. To recreate Wubble's sound, export audio stems instead, or use similar-sounding virtual instruments.

What is General MIDI (GM) mapping?

General MIDI is a standard that assigns specific instrument sounds to program numbers. Wubble exports MIDI with GM-compatible program changes so the instruments will load correctly in most software.

Can I import MIDI files back into Wubble?

Yes! Wubble can import standard MIDI files. Drag a MIDI file into your project, and Wubble will create tracks with appropriate instruments based on the MIDI program changes.

Should I export Type 0 or Type 1 MIDI?

Type 1 (multi-track) is recommended for most uses. It preserves separate tracks for each instrument. Type 0 (single track) is mainly for simple hardware devices. Wubble defaults to Type 1.

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