Downloadable Sounds
| International standard | DLS |
|---|---|
| Developed by | MMA |
| Introduced | June 1, 1997 |
| Industry | Music technology (electronic and digital) |
| Website | MIDI.org |
Downloadable Sounds (DLS) is a file format specification maintained by MIDI Manufacturers Association (MMA) that outlines how samples and instruments are used and stored with MIDI/DLS compatible synthesisers.