File extension .W01
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Dog Audio Sample Format | N/A | Audio Files |
The W01 ( SY) file extension is associated with the Yamaha SY Series Waveform Synthesizers. The Yamaha SY Series were a range of keyboard synthesizers produced from 1989-1997. These waveform synthesizers combined many different advanced features and technologies. The W01 file format is a container format used for storing samples that have been created from the SY series. It is a Waveform Audio file, consisting of digital data stored in multiple chunks, with one or more samples stored per file. The file stores each chunk as a data block that contains binary information about the sample, which may include notes, velocities and loop points.
Characteristics of the W01 File Format
Data within the W01 file is stored in a raw form, meaning that it is not compressed and can be both read and written without the use of an audio editor. The file can contain multiple samples, with each sample belonging to either the left or right channel. The samples are usually signed 16bit PCM audio streams taken directly from the audio hardware, and include loop points, so that each sample can be played from start to end multiple times.
Similar Formats
The SY Series W01 format is similar to other resource container formats, such as EMSF, SF2, WAV, and VOC. These types of formats are often used on early home computing platforms, such as the Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC and BBC Micro.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .W01) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .W01 extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .W01 file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .W01 extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .W01 extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .W01 file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .W01 file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .W01 file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .W01 file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .W01 file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
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