What is MIME type "audio/it"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

The MIME type audio/it is used for module music files. It was designed for tracker software like IT and others. This format stores music as instructions to play digital samples rather than a continuous audio stream.

Module music files combine patterned musical data with sample audio. They let the player recreate tunes by triggering pre-recorded sounds on multiple channels. This method uses less disk space while keeping complex sound arrangements.

• Main use: Playback of detailed digital compositions in tracker players.
• Additional uses: Composition and editing in music production software, game soundtracks, and demoscene productions.
• Technical fact: They store sequencing commands and digital samples, making them lightweight yet dynamic.

Other module formats use a similar concept. They include MOD, FAR, XM, STM, AMF, MED, WOW, DMF, S3M, 669, MTM, MT2, ULT, and OKT.

This MIME type remains important for legacy audio production and specialized music communities. For more details, you can explore module file format documentation and community guides.

Associated file extensions

.mod, .far, .xm, .it, .stm, .amf, .med, .wow, .dmf, .s3m, .669, .mtm, .mt2, .ult, .okt

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:

    Content-Type: audio/it
  

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:

    <a href="file.dat" type="audio/it">Download file</a>
  

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:

    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'audio/it');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);
  

Associated file extensions

.mod, .far, .xm, .it, .stm, .amf, .med, .wow, .dmf, .s3m, .669, .mtm, .mt2, .ult, .okt