If the MIDI Output for a Track or Part is set to a SoundFont compatible device (typically a synthesizer on a card in the computer), the “SoundFont” option is automatically made available on the Patchname Source pop-up menu in the Setup Instruments dialog (see page 89).
Normally, the program will automatically select the SoundFont Patchname Source for all Instruments for which it is available, but you can also do this manually:1. Set the desired MIDI Track(s) to the correct MIDI Output.
If you want to change MIDI Output for all Tracks, you can do this in one go, by holding down [Alt] and selecting the desired Output for one of the Tracks.
2. Select one of the Tracks, and select “Setup Instruments...” from the Instruments popup menu in the Inspector.
The Setup Instruments dialog appears.
3. Make sure the correct MIDI channel is selected, or, if you want all Tracks set to that Output to use SoundFonts, activate the “All Channels” checkbox.
As described on page 85, this will apply the settings you make to all Tracks set to the Output, regardless of the MIDI Channel setting.
P If you have a SoundFont compatible audio card but the SoundFont option is greyed out on the pop-up menu, some SoundFont related software may not be properly installed. This is usually done automatically when installing the card - if in doubt, consult the documentation for the audio card.
5. Click OK to close the dialog.
Now, you will be able to select SoundFont patches on the Patchname pop-up menu in the Inspector, and also load and manage SoundFont Banks as described below. However, to be able to edit SoundFont Banks in detail, you need a separate SoundFont editor (often installed together with the audio card).