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semitones data type

The semitones type is a number representing semitones, used for chromatic alteration. A value of -1 corresponds to a flat and a value of 1 to a sharp. Decimal values like 0.5 (quarter tone sharp) are used for microtones.

Base type: decimal

Where is this type used?

<alter>

<bass-alter>

<bend-alter>

<chromatic>

<degree-alter>

<key-alter>

<numeral-alter>

<pedal-alter>

<root-alter>

<tuning-alter>