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Q
If I make a file on the WF192XG will it playback on my friend’s GM synth or soundcard?
A
Yes, but it won’t sound as good as if you have used XG properly. The fact is that XG has many more
effects and controllable parameters than any other GM synths on the market.
Q
How do I edit and save an XG voice?
A
There are two easy ways. One is to buy a full copy of Xgedit or XGworks from the Yamaha online shop.
The other is to learn as much as possible about sysex using some of our guidebooks which you can
download from the software pages. Simply save the edited voice in the event list of your sequencer
application.
Q
How can I test my XG files in Windows ?
A
Media Payer is one solution although its MIDI playback spec is not exactly the best. Yamaha
recommends an application such as XGworks demo or Xgedit demo which both handle XG very well
and should give an indication of how a correct XG file should sound. Remember that well programmed
XG files will adhere fully to the specifications set down by Yamaha, and that Yamaha cannot
recommend files not supplied directly by this site or by an authorized Yamaha outlet, although there are
many good third party programmers on the net.
Q
Is there an overview of XG?
A
There are several. You may wish to download the XG Specs from our XG home page, or try the online
tutorial quiz , also in the XG home page.
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