Core Audio presents a multitiered set of API services that developers can take advantage of in their applications. The Core Audio SDK v1.4.3 contains updated documentation and sample code for the Tiger based version of the Core Audio software development kit.

This SDK is for Tiger (10.4.x) systems only and is recommended for all developers working with Audio, MIDI and QuickTime Audio on Mac OS X 10.4 and greater.

CoreAudio SDK v1.3.6 is for pre-Tiger (10.2.x - 10.3.x) systems. This SDK contains updated documentation and sample code for the pre-Tiger based version of the software development kit.

This SDK provides the tools and guidelines for creating audio loops in the Apple Loops format for use within Apple audio applications.