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Convert MIDI to Android Audio — Free Online Converter

Convert Standard MIDI File (.midi) to Android Audio (.android-audio) online for free. Fast, secure audio conversion with no watermarks or registration...

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Upload your .midi file by dragging it into the upload area or clicking to browse.

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Choose your output settings. The default settings work great for most files.

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Click Convert and download your .m4a file when it's ready.

About MIDI to Android Audio Conversion

MIDI (.midi) to Android Audio conversion takes the full-extension variant of Standard MIDI Files and renders them into device-optimized audio for Android smartphones and tablets. While the .midi extension is functionally identical to .mid, some DAWs, Linux workstations, and educational software prefer the longer extension. This conversion synthesizes the MIDI performance data through a professional SoundFont engine, producing consistent audio output across all Android devices.

Our converter uses FFmpeg with FluidSynth SoundFont rendering to process the .midi file, then encodes the synthesized audio in AAC/M4A format optimized for Android's hardware audio decoders.

Why Convert MIDI to Android Audio?

Android's MIDI synthesis varies wildly by manufacturer and Android version. Samsung, Xiaomi, Google Pixel, OnePlus, and budget Android devices all produce different-sounding (or completely silent) MIDI playback. Pre-rendering to audio ensures every Android user hears identical, high-quality output regardless of device brand, model, or Android version.

The rendered audio also integrates fully with Android's media stack — appearing in music players, file managers, and sharing intents. Raw .midi files may not register with Android's MediaStore or appear in music apps.

Common Use Cases

  • Distributing MIDI compositions as audio to Android users in music education platforms
  • Creating Android ringtones and notification sounds from .midi composition files
  • Sharing synthesized MIDI music through Android messaging apps and social platforms
  • Producing audio references from .midi files for Android-based music practice apps
  • Converting .midi files from Linux/DAW workflows for playback on Android devices

How It Works

The .midi file is parsed for SMF Type 0/1 events, synthesized through FluidSynth with a GM-compatible SoundFont at 44.1 kHz stereo, and encoded as AAC-LC at 192 kbps in an M4A container. AAC decoding is hardware-accelerated on all major Android SoCs (Qualcomm Snapdragon, MediaTek Dimensity/Helio, Samsung Exynos, Google Tensor), providing efficient battery-conscious playback.

Quality & Performance

The synthesized audio quality depends on the SoundFont selection and encoding bitrate. At 192 kbps AAC with a quality GM SoundFont, the output provides realistic instrument sounds with smooth sustained notes, proper velocity dynamics, and accurate stereo panning. The quality exceeds what Android's built-in MIDI synthesizer typically provides.

FFMPEG EngineFastMinimal Quality Loss

Device Compatibility

DeviceMIDIAndroid Audio
Windows PCPartialPartial
macOSPartialPartial
iPhone/iPadPartialPartial
AndroidPartialPartial
LinuxPartialPartial
Web BrowserNoNo

Recommended Settings by Platform

Spotify

Resolution: N/A

Bitrate: 320 kbps

OGG Vorbis preferred

Apple Music

Resolution: N/A

Bitrate: 256 kbps

AAC format required

SoundCloud

Resolution: N/A

Bitrate: 128 kbps

Lossless FLAC/WAV for best quality

Podcast

Resolution: N/A

Bitrate: 128 kbps

MP3 mono for spoken word

Tips for Best Results

  • 1Test on your target Android device's speaker and headphone output — bass-heavy MIDI arrangements may need level adjustment for phone speakers
  • 2For ringtone use, trim to 30 seconds and copy to the Ringtones folder on Android storage
  • 3Batch convert entire .midi libraries for offline music listening on Android without requiring MIDI synthesis
  • 4Choose a SoundFont that matches your musical genre — orchestral, piano, or rock kits sound different across SoundFont libraries
  • 5At 192 kbps AAC, expect roughly 1.4 MB per minute of rendered audio

MIDI (.midi) to Android Audio produces consistent, professional-quality synthesized music from MIDI files, eliminating the device-dependent variability of Android's built-in MIDI support.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Both extensions contain the same Standard MIDI File format. Our converter handles both identically.
AAC/M4A plays on Android 3.1+ (API 12+), covering essentially all Android devices in active use.
Yes. Place the file in the Ringtones folder on your Android device or use a ringtone manager app.
Yes, including percussion (channel 10) with proper drum kit mapping from the SoundFont.
Our SoundFont rendering is consistent across all devices. Android's built-in MIDI varies by manufacturer and may be absent on some devices.

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