What is MIME type "audio/vnd.adobe.soundbooth"?

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

audio/vnd.adobe.soundbooth is a proprietary audio format tied to Adobe Soundbooth software. It designates how audio data is stored and managed during editing and production.

This format is used when working with projects that require non-linear audio editing. Files in this format can contain multiple audio channels and embedded metadata that assists the software in processing sound correctly. For users on a PC, these files are usually recognized by Adobe Soundbooth for seamless playback and editing. The associated file is identified as ASND.

Main use case: Handling and editing audio projects within Adobe Soundbooth.
Editing workflow: Supports mixing, cutting, and applying effects to audio clips.
Metadata support: Stores technical details to aid in precise audio synchronization and processing.

This MIME type ensures that operating systems and applications route the file to the correct multimedia handler. Additional information on file extensions like ASND can be found at File Extension Info.

Associated file extensions

.asnd

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: audio/vnd.adobe.soundbooth

HTML

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


    <a href="file.dat" type="audio/vnd.adobe.soundbooth">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/vnd.adobe.soundbooth');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.asnd

FAQ

What is a MIME type?

A MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) type is a standard that indicates the nature and format of a document, file, or assortment of bytes. MIME types are defined and standardized in IETF's RFC 6838.

MIME types are important because they help browsers and servers understand how to process a file. When a browser receives a file from a server, it uses the MIME type to determine how to display or handle the content, whether it's an image to display, a PDF to open in a viewer, or a video to play.

MIME types consist of a type and a subtype, separated by a slash (e.g., text/html, image/jpeg, application/pdf). Some MIME types also include optional parameters.

How do I find the MIME type for a file?

You can check the file extension or use a file identification tool such as file --mime-type on the command line. Many programming languages also provide libraries to detect MIME types.

Why are multiple MIME types listed for one extension?

Different applications and historical conventions may use alternative MIME identifiers for the same kind of file. Showing them all helps ensure compatibility across systems.