Soundfont: Korg 01 W

In a Soundfont, a Wave Sequence is often "baked in" or frozen. Because the Soundfont format typically plays one sample triggered by a key, complex Wave Sequences (which change rhythmically on the hardware) are often converted into single, rhythmic loops. This loses the interactivity of the hardware but preserves the sound design.

A Soundfont file (.sf2) is essentially a container. It holds: korg 01 w soundfont

The Soundfont format, originally developed by E-mu Systems for the Sound Blaster Live! sound card, has become a standard for software sample playback. In a Soundfont, a Wave Sequence is often

Released in 1991, the 01/W features 6MB of 16-bit PCM samples (256 multi-samples). Its "AI²" system includes resonant filters, two digital effects processors, and a unique "Wave Shaping" feature. In a Soundfont