FF (mpeg and) SoX 2a Input Plugin for Winamp
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- About
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- Installation
- Configuration
1. About
FF (mpeg and) SoX Input 2a is a plug-in for
Winamp
based on the
FFmpeg
and
SoX
libraries.
Using FFmpeg almost all multimedia files may be played with Winamp,
including but by far not restricted to
H.264,
VP8,
and Opus.
Note that only a minimal FFmpeg is bundled with FF (mpeg and) SoX 2a Input
Plugin releases.
If you you want to have full FFmpeg support you have to get a complete
FFmpeg build from third party sites (see below).
2. News
G-funk: Sample Pack [upd]
Samples played a crucial role in shaping the G-Funk sound. Producers would meticulously dig through vinyl records, searching for the perfect drum breaks, basslines, and melodic hooks to incorporate into their beats. These samples were often manipulated, reworked, and re-arranged to create something entirely new. The use of samples not only paid homage to the musical heritage of funk and soul but also allowed producers to create a unique sound that was both nostalgic and innovative.
The G-Funk era, which emerged in the early 1990s, was a pivotal moment in hip-hop history. Characterized by its laid-back beats, funky basslines, and soulful samples, G-Funk defined the sound of West Coast hip-hop. One of the key elements that contributed to this distinctive sound was the use of samples. In this write-up, we'll delve into the world of G-Funk sample packs, exploring their history, significance, and what makes them so essential for producers and musicians. g-funk sample pack
G-Funk, short for Gangsta Funk, is a subgenre of hip-hop that originated in the early 1990s, primarily in Los Angeles. The genre is characterized by its slow-paced, heavy beats, often featuring live instrumentation, and samples drawn from 1970s funk and soul records. G-Funk's sound is deeply rooted in the funk and soul music of the 1960s and 1970s, with producers like Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Warren G drawing inspiration from artists like Parliament-Funkadelic, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Marvin Gaye. Samples played a crucial role in shaping the G-Funk sound
G-Funk sample packs offer a gateway to the classic sound of West Coast hip-hop, allowing producers and musicians to tap into the genre's rich musical heritage. By providing a treasure trove of inspiration, these packs enable creators to craft authentic G-Funk beats, while also encouraging innovation and experimentation. Whether you're a seasoned producer or just starting out, a G-Funk sample pack is an essential tool for anyone looking to create music that pays homage to this iconic genre. The use of samples not only paid homage
3. Installation
- If not already done download and install Winamp:
- If not already done close Winamp.
- Download the
latest FF (mpeg and) SoX 2a Input Plugin release.
- Run the installer "in_ffsox-<ver>.exe".
- If you want to have full FFmpeg support do the following:
Otherwise you are confined to the crippled FFmpeg shipped
with the FF (mpeg and) SoX 2a Input Plugin,
configured as follows:
# decoders
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-decoder=pcm_s16le
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-decoder=pcm_s24le
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-decoder=pcm_dvd
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-decoder=flac
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-decoder=wavpack
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-decoder=vorbis
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-decoder=libopus
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-decoder=vp8
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-decoder=theora
# demuxers
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-demuxer=pcm_s16le
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-demuxer=pcm_s24le
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-demuxer=flac
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-demuxer=wav
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-demuxer=ogg
FFMPEG_OPTS+=--enable-demuxer=matroska
- Start Winamp.
4. Configuration
4.1. General
| 4.1.1. Winamp |
| |
| Extensions: |
a semicolon separated list of extensions for which Winamp should use
this plugin (including a switch for disabling/enabling the plugin) |
| Bits per Sample: |
the bit depth of the audio stream this plugin should deliver to Winamp,
shoud correspond to Preferences
→ Playback
→ Playback
→ Audio Allow 24bit |
| Show Video: |
whether this plugin should display the video in case video is present |
| Show Visualization: |
whether this plugin should force Winamp to display the visualization
in case no video is present or displaying video is switched off (the optional delay specifies
a time interval to elaps until the visualization starts) |
| |
| 4.1.2. Replay Gain |
| |
| Off: |
whether not to apply replay gain |
| Weight: |
which replay gain to apply:
0% –
album gain,
100% –
track gain |
| Overwrite Comment: |
whether the File Info dialog should
display replay gain related information in it's Comment field |
4.2. Audio
| 4.2.1. Audio |
| |
| Queue Size: |
how many FFmpeg audio packets the plugin shoud cache |
| Preamp: |
amplify or attenuate, respectively, the audio by a certain amount |
| AC3 DRC: |
for AC3 audio, whether dynamic range compression (DRC) according the
FFmpeg specification
should be applied (switched off: the
FFmpeg default behavior appplies wich
seems to be 0.0) |
| Force Stereo: |
wether two channel stereo should be output |
| |
| 4.2.2. SoX |
| |
| Mode: |
Off – never use SoX,
Automatic – use SoX when appropriate, or
Force – always use SoX |
| Sample Rate: |
Minimum – whether to resample only
if the input sample rate is lower then the configured one,
Multiple – wether to resample to the lowest multiple
of the input sample rate which is greater or equal than the configured on (i.e.
if you want to force resampling to the configured sample rate both switches),
Minimum
as well as
Multiple,
have to be switched off),
Force – a convenience to switch off both,
Minimum and
Multiple (i.e. force the configured sample rate)
|
| Dither: |
which algorithm to be used for dithering |
4.3. Video
| Queue Size: |
how many FFmpeg video packets the plugin shoud cache |
| Minimum Drift: |
the minimum time difference between audio and video to tolerate
in order to not drop a video frame (please note that this parameter is sensitive
to the overall stability of the plugin) |
| Maximum Drift: |
the maximum time difference between audio and video to tolerate
in order to not drop a video frame (please note that this parameter is sensitive
to the overall stability of the plugin) |
| YADIF Disabled: |
Whether the yet another deinterlacing filter (YADIF) should be disabled |
| YADIF Parity: |
In case YADIF is enabled, choose it's mode parameter out of
- output one frame for each frame,
- output one frame for each field,
- output one frame for each frame, but skip the spatial interlacing check, or
- output one frame for each field, but skip the spatial interlacing check.
|
| YADIF Mode: |
In case YADIF is enabled, choose it's parity parameter out of
- assume the top field is first,
- assume the bottom field is first, or
- enable automatic detection of field parity.
|
| YADIF Deinterlace: |
In case YADIF is enabled, choose it's deinterlace parameter out of
- deinterlace all frames, or
- only deinterlace frames marked as interlaced.
|
4.4. Convert
These options mirror their respective playback
general and
audio counterparts
but instead define how this plugin shout interact with
Winamp's transcoding feature, i.e.
Playlist Item
→ Context Menu
→ Send To
→ Format Converter:
