Overview: MIDI playback on macOS

MidiKeys is a free macOS utility that lets you trigger and play MIDI notes from your computer. It sits in the Audio & Video software family under the MIDI tools subgroup and is distributed at no cost.

Key facts and system details

  • Total downloads recorded: 12,572 (since being added to the collection in 2006)
  • Recent activity: 8 downloads in the last week
  • Regions with the highest interest: Japan, Portugal, Switzerland
  • Disk footprint: intentionally small — it requires less storage than many other apps in the Audio & Video category
  • Current release: version 1.7 (last updated January 20, 2006)
  • Compatible platforms: macOS (Mac OS X and some earlier Apple OS releases)
  • Language support: English
  • Software class: Audio & Video → MIDI tools
  • Cost: Free

Suggested replacement

If you want an alternative, the VLC media player is a widely recommended free option that supports many audio and video formats (including a variety of MIDI-related workflows when combined with the right plugins or system settings).

Background and popularity

MidiKeys entered the software listing in 2006 and has accumulated a modest but steady number of downloads since then. Its lightweight design and straightforward feature set make it a convenient choice for users who need simple MIDI note playback without a large installation.

Technical

Title
MidiKeys
Requirements
  • Mac
Language
No language has been specified.
Available languages
License
  • Free
Latest update
2025-11-21
Author
Manyetas
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