Convert 669 to SFARK

Understanding 669 and SFARK file formats

669 files are module tracker music files, specifically used by the Composer 669 and Unis 669 trackers. These files contain patterns, samples, and sequencing data for music playback, popular in the demoscene and early computer music production.

SFARK files are compressed soundfont archives created by the sfArk utility. Soundfonts (SF2) are collections of audio samples and instrument data used for MIDI playback. The sfArk format is designed to efficiently compress these large soundfont files for easier distribution and storage.

Why convert 669 to SFARK?

Converting a 669 module to a SFARK soundfont archive is not a direct or typical conversion, as these formats serve different purposes. However, you might want to convert the audio or instrument data from a 669 file into a soundfont for use in modern MIDI or sampler software, and then compress it as an SFARK file for distribution.

How to convert 669 to SFARK

1. Extract audio samples from 669: Use a tracker or module player like OpenMPT (Open ModPlug Tracker) to open the 669 file. Export the samples or render the module to WAV files via File → Export → Wave.
2. Create a soundfont (SF2): Use a soundfont editor such as Polyphone to import the WAV samples and map them to instruments. Save your project as an SF2 file.
3. Compress to SFARK: Download and install the sfArk utility from Melody Machine. Use the tool to compress your SF2 file into the SFARK format.

Recommended software for conversion

• OpenMPT – For opening and exporting samples from 669 files.
• Polyphone – For creating and editing SF2 soundfonts.
• sfArk – For compressing SF2 files into SFARK format.

Summary

While there is no direct one-step converter from 669 to SFARK, you can extract samples from 669 modules, create a soundfont, and then compress it as an SFARK file using the recommended tools above.