fluid-synth ☆
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Description:
Real-time software synthesizer based on the SoundFont 2 specs
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2.5.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 23, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: audio synthesizer midi soundfont music
Install: brew install fluid-synth
About:
Fluid Synth is a real-time software synthesizer that generates audio from MIDI data using SoundFont 2 specifications. It functions as a powerful audio engine that can be embedded into other applications or used as a standalone synthesizer. This makes it an essential tool for musicians and developers needing high-quality sound synthesis without dedicated hardware.
Key Features:
  • Real-time SoundFont 2 synthesis engine
  • Supports polyphony and MIDI input
  • Embeddable library for integration into applications
  • Standalone operation via command line
  • Cross-platform compatibility
Use Cases:
  • Generating high-quality audio from MIDI files for music production
  • Providing software-based sound synthesis for games and applications
  • Creating a virtual MIDI instrument on a computer
Alternatives:
  • Timidity++ – Another software synthesizer, but Fluid Synth is often preferred for its lower latency and more modern architecture.
  • Virtual Audio Cable – A system-level tool for routing audio, whereas Fluid Synth specifically generates the audio from MIDI data.
Version History
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Dec 23, 2025 10:59pm 2.5.1 0 VERSION_BUMP a7d31e47
Oct 31, 2025 10:57am 0 VERSION_BUMP 7b6710be
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