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SonicStage Digital Archive
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Welcome
This is the SonicStage Digital Archive.
These files are provided for users who are in the need to sync their Minidisc recorders with a Windows-based PC, to mix high-quality tracks using DSD, or simply for those who are interested on how this software evolved during its lifespan.
Contents
This archive originally contained all possible SonicStage versions circulating around the Internet. OpenMG Jukebox and Music Center for PC 1.0 were included too, as it contains dynamic link libraries that are reminiscent of SonicStage. Music Center for PC 2.0 and above are not included because those were rewritten as Chromium/CEF apps.
According to an administrator of Sony Insider forums, SonicStage 4.3 Ultimate was built with portions of SonicStage V, so we can consider it a hybrid variant.
According to an administrator of Sony Insider forums, SonicStage 4.3 Ultimate was built with portions of SonicStage V, so we can consider it a hybrid variant.
As an exclusive, here you can download a copy of SonicStage Mastering Studio. The installer was tricked so as to be installed in both VAIO and non-VAIO computers.
Quick Download
You can use these quick links if you are not familiar with Internet Archive's basic file viewer. Each link describes the sub-version and build number respectively. Language-specific builds are denoted with JAPAN or USA where applicable.
You can use these quick links if you are not familiar with Internet Archive's basic file viewer. Each link describes the sub-version and build number respectively. Language-specific builds are denoted with JAPAN or USA where applicable.
- OpenMG Jukebox 1.0: [02.12210 (JAPAN)]
- OpenMG Jukebox 1.2: [04.05080] [05.05120]
- OpenMG Jukebox 2.2: [00.08231] [01.08270 (JAPAN)] [01.08270 (USA)]
- SonicStage 1.1: [10.14012]
- SonicStage 1.5: [03.08230] [06.12030] [53.17120 (JAPAN)] [53.17120 (USA)]
- SonicStage 2.3: [00.11161]
- SonicStage 3.0: [03.02220]
- SonicStage 3.1: [00.03290]
- SonicStage 3.4: [03.15140]
- SonicStage 4.0: [01.07130]
- SonicStage 4.3: [01.14050] [01.14280 (ULTIMATE)*]
- SonicStage 4.4: [00.12170 (JAPAN)]
- SonicStage V (The Japan-only release): [01.11141 (JAPAN)]
- Music Center for PC 1.0 (Based on SonicStage V): [00.08241] [02.12150]
- x-APPLICATION (Possibly a SonicStage 6.0 rebranding): [04.06150 (JAPAN)]
- SonicStage Mastering Studio 1.4: [04.05151]
- SonicStage Mastering Studio 2.2: [02.05180]
* Latest recommended version for NetMD management.
Downloading a Specific Version
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Information about OpenMG Jukebox 1.x
- OpenMG Jukebox 1.0.02.12210: 36031-71092-87862-88812
- OpenMG Jukebox 1.2.04.05080: 81367-15103-66883-29796
- OpenMG Jukebox 1.2.05.05120: 63351-87917-33367-01145
Information about SonicStage V and MD Recorder Owners
Please note that SonicStage V (JP) and Music Center for PC V1 (based on former SonicStage V code) won't connect with MD players. The last supported versions for these devices are v4.3 (English) and v.4.4 (Japanese).
Information about X-APPLICATION and the English Translation Patch
X-APPLICATION was a Japan-exclusive release. Its operation requires Windows to be able to decode half-width characters. To complete the installation of X-APPLICATION under non-Japanese systems, region simulators like Xupefei's Locale Emulator will address any errors.
Compatibility
SonicStage 1.5 to 3.4 may not work under Windows Vista or above. The recommended versions are 4.3, 5.0 and Music Center 1.0. Versions below (and including) 4.4 do work with Windows XP.
OpenMG Jukebox 1.2, the earliest version available on this archive, will not run under Windows 10. In addition, it requires at least Windows 98 First Edition.
OpenMG Jukebox 1.2, the earliest version available on this archive, will not run under Windows 10. In addition, it requires at least Windows 98 First Edition.
Security and System Integrity Recommendations
Please consider the dangers of using outdated software under production-use systems. Installations under virtual machines are recommended. Avoid installing them under Windows 10/11 unless you are an advanced user.
These files were checked for viruses prior to its upload. Internet Archive has a policy in which offending files (i.e. containing computer viruses) render entire pages as suspended. As per this disclaimer, any claims of files containing malware and/or viruses are considered to be bad faith, false reports.
Sources
These files were gathered from different sources, including the special 4.3 version crafted for Sony Insider Forums users. Some versions of SonicStage were taken from OEM CD's, such as Sony CLIÉ handhelds. The very last version of SonicStage Generation 4 was uploaded thanks to the rectification of an Archive.org user. SonicStage Mastering Studio 2.2 was obtained from the Sony VAIO VGN-SZ3XP Recovery Discs.
Acknowledgements
We would like to acknowledge the contributions of u/eastrain for making possible this archive to contain more versions of this software. As always, these contributions will go in benefit for the future generations. Preserving is caring.
We also acknowledge Reddit user u/Astrobus for providing a link for X-APPLICATION's unofficial English translation patch and the procedures for installing it.
In addition, I would like to thank the MiniDisc.wiki team for linking this page in the main Software section.
Rights and licence:
Copyright (C) 1999-2024 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original contributions (C) Sony Insider Forums.
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OpenMG Jukebox 1.x/OpenMGJukebox_1.2.04.05080.iso
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X-APPLICATION 6.x/Unofficial Translation (Untested)/X-APPLICATION 6.x Translation (English) v2.0.7z
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OpenMG Jukebox 2.x/OpenMGJukebox_2.2.01.08270.iso
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SonicStage 5.x/SonicStage_5.0.01.11141(JP).exe
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X-APPLICATION 6.x/X-APPLICATION_6.0.04.06150(JP).zip
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Music Center for PC (Based on SonicStage V)/MusicCenterForPC_1.0.02.12150.exe
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Music Center for PC (Based on SonicStage V)/MusicCenterForPC_1.0.00.08241.exe
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SonicStage 1.x/SonicStage_1.5.53.17120(JP).iso
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OpenMG Jukebox 2.x/OpenMGJukebox_2.2.01.08270-JPN.iso
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OpenMG Jukebox 2.x/OpenMGJukebox_2.2.00.08231.iso
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OpenMG Jukebox 1.x/OpenMGJukebox_1.2.05.05120.iso
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SonicStage Mastering Studio 2.x/SonicStageMasteringStudio_2.4.00.06220.7z
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SonicStage 4.x/SonicStage_4.4.00.12170(JP).iso
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SonicStage Mastering Studio 2.x/SonicStageMasteringStudio_2.2.2.5180.7z
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SonicStage 4.x/SonicStage_4.3.01.14280-ULTIMATE.iso
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SonicStage Mastering Studio 1.x/SonicStageMasteringStudio_1.4.04.05151.zip
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