AI audio-to-MIDI toolkit for creators

AI MIDI Converter, Free Online

PureMIDI helps producers, musicians, and learners detect pitch and timing from audio, then export editable MIDI drafts for any DAW.

Fast transcription
DAW-ready MIDI
Pitch + timing

Conversion mode

Upload audio

Choose a supported file, then convert it to MIDI.

Choose an audio file to start

Formats: MP3 / WAV / M4A / FLAC / OGG / WEBM / AAC. Max 12MB.

Real output samples

Hear what PureMIDI actually returns

Two short demos generated through the same production paths: Basic Pitch for a single melody and MT3 for a mixed full-song draft.

Try the converter

Single melody

Clean one-note lead line converted into a simple MIDI track.

1 credit

Source

18s mono WAV

MIDI

1 track · 18 notes

Full-song draft

Mixed arrangement converted into one multi-track MIDI sketch.

6-15 credits

Source

32s stereo WAV

MIDI

8 tracks · 113 notes

A practical MIDI toolkitBuilt for real music workflows

Start with high-intent MIDI conversion tools that solve common producer and musician jobs.

Popular

Audio to MIDI

Convert MP3, WAV, or recorded ideas into editable MIDI drafts based on detected pitch and timing.

Target turnaround0s

PDF to MIDI

Turn sheet music and simple score PDFs into MIDI files you can practice, edit, or rearrange.

DAW compatible0%

Clean-source transcription

Works best on clear single instruments, vocal lines, and isolated parts that are easier to clean up.

Best input0+
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Fast transcription

Designed for short loops, hooks, riffs, and song sections first.

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Private by default

Uploads are used for your conversion workflow and stored with account-level access controls.

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Track progress

Follow conversion status and manage finished MIDI files in your dashboard.

What PureMIDI does and why it matters

MIDI is the universal language of digital music: instead of waveforms, it stores which notes were played, when, and how loudly. PureMIDI's live audio converter turns recordings into editable MIDI drafts by detecting pitch and timing; sheet music PDFs, MusicXML, and score images now also convert directly via AI score recognition (Beta).

The live audio path handles MP3, WAV, M4A, FLAC, OGG, WEBM, AAC, and AIFF by normalizing supported formats before transcription. A separate score recognition path (Beta) handles MusicXML and MXL directly, and uses an AI vision model for PDF, PNG, JPG, and WebP score images. Output is a standard .mid file that opens in Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper, GarageBand, Studio One, Pro Tools, MuseScore, Sibelius, Dorico, and any other major DAW or notation tool.

Every conversion runs in the browser — no plug-ins, no installs, no DAW required to get started. New accounts get 2 free trial credits valid for 14 days, then continue with one-time credit packs. We never use your audio or scores to train models, and we delete uploaded files within 24 hours of conversion.

The site is organized as a suite of focused tool pages so each search intent has its own home: audio to MIDI for supported recordings, video to MIDI for local MP4/MOV/WebM uploads, MP3 to MIDI for lossy song exports, WAV to MIDI for lossless recordings or clean stems, and separate pages for YouTube preview, PDF, sheet music, editing, and prompt-based generation workflows. Pick the entry point that matches what you have in hand.

Built for producers, not just hobbyists

Works best with clear solo parts, vocal lines, and isolated stems, then gives you a DAW-ready MIDI draft for cleanup, sound design, and arrangement.

Built for music education

Convert assigned scores to MIDI for ear-training playback, slow-play studies in any DAW, and turn student recordings into MIDI for grading.

Built for compliance

Clear rights confirmation for YouTube workflows, local-file conversion boundaries, transparent retention policy, and no model training on your files.

Frequently asked questions about audio and sheet music to MIDI

Which file formats can I convert to MIDI on PureMIDI?+

Audio: MP3, WAV, M4A, FLAC, OGG, AAC, and AIFF. Video: local MP4, MOV, WebM, and M4V uploads. Sheet music (Beta): PDF, MusicXML, MXL, and PNG/JPG/WebP score images.

Is the MIDI converter free?+

Yes. New accounts get 2 free trial credits, valid for 14 days. After that, continue with one-time credit packs. Quick Melody costs 1 credit; Pro Song costs 6-15 credits by audio length.

Will the converted MIDI work in my DAW?+

Yes. PureMIDI exports standard .mid files that open in Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper, GarageBand, Studio One, Pro Tools, MuseScore, Sibelius, Dorico, and every other major DAW or notation tool.

How accurate is AI audio-to-MIDI conversion?+

Best on clean monophonic vocals, solo instruments, and isolated parts. Dense full mixes, heavy reverb, percussion, and unusual timbres usually need manual cleanup or a more specialized workflow.

Does PureMIDI keep my audio files or sheet music?+

We only retain uploaded files long enough to run the conversion, and they are deleted within 24 hours. We never use your data to train AI models. Paid users can opt in to conversion history that's also one-click deletable.

Can I convert YouTube videos to MIDI?+

Direct YouTube-link conversion is not live yet. If you own or are licensed to use the audio, export a local audio file and upload it to the live audio-to-MIDI converter. See the YouTube to MIDI compliance guide for details.

Will PureMIDI work for guitar tabs, jianpu, or handwritten scores?+

At launch we focus on standard staff notation — piano, vocals, strings, and ensemble scores. Guitar TAB, Chinese jianpu, shape-note, and handwritten manuscripts are on the second-phase roadmap.

How do I choose between MP3 to MIDI, WAV to MIDI, and Audio to MIDI?+

Audio to MIDI is the broad converter that accepts any audio format. MP3 to MIDI is tuned for lossy song exports and includes bit-rate-impact guidance. WAV to MIDI is for studio stems, lossless recordings, and DAW workflow integration. The underlying AI is the same engine.

Simple Process

How It WorksConvert music to MIDI in 4 steps

A simple workflow for getting from source audio or sheet music to a usable MIDI file.

01

Upload a source

Add an MP3, WAV, M4A, or sheet music PDF for conversion.

Upload time0s
02

Use a clear source

Upload a clean vocal, instrument, or isolated part for the most editable MIDI draft.

Best practice0+
03

AI transcribes notes

The system estimates pitch, timing, and structure, then prepares an editable MIDI file.

Target runtime0min
04

Download and edit

Import the .mid file into your DAW or notation software and refine it manually.

Export format0.mid

Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing

30 credits · $4.99 · Quick Melody costs 1 credit, Pro Song costs 6-15 credits by length

Most Popular

Starter Pack

$4.99one-time

30 credits for MIDI conversion. Credits never expire.

  • 30 credits included
  • Quick Melody: 1 credit each
  • Pro Song: 2-credit 30s preview or 6-15 credits full song
  • Never expires
  • Standard .mid output
  • $0.166 per credit

Standard Pack

$9.99one-time

100 credits for MIDI conversion. Credits never expire.

  • 100 credits included
  • Quick Melody: 1 credit each
  • Pro Song: 2-credit 30s preview or 6-15 credits full song
  • Never expires
  • Standard .mid output
  • $0.100 per credit

Pro Pack

$19.99one-time

300 credits for MIDI conversion. Credits never expire.

  • 300 credits included
  • Quick Melody: 1 credit each
  • Pro Song: 2-credit 30s preview or 6-15 credits full song
  • Never expires
  • Standard .mid output
  • $0.067 per credit

Stripe checkout is branded PureMIDI · Credits are added instantly after purchase · Failed conversions do not consume credits

Ready to Build

Turn a song idea into MIDIStart with PureMIDI audio-to-MIDI conversion

Use the first PureMIDI tools for hooks, practice tracks, remix sketches, and quick arrangement drafts.

  • 2 free credits to start
  • No credit card required
  • Cancel anytime
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about PureMIDI

Still have questions? Contact us atsupport@puremidi.com