Magix Software GmbH ACID Music Studio 11 DLL mp3plug2.dll

Fix Mp3plug2.dll DLL Errors and Download Now

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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The development of VEGAS MPEG Layer 3 Encoder/Decoder Rev. 3 by Magix Software GmbH prompted the latest creation of mp3plug2.dll. It is also known as a VEGAS MPEG Layer 3 Encoder/Decoder file (file extension DLL), which is classified as a type of Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file.

mp3plug2.dll was initially released with Sound Forge Pro 13 13 on 02/28/2019 for the Windows 10 Operating System. The latest file update released for ACID Music Studio 11 11.0.7.18 was on 01/21/2019 [file version Version 3.0 (Build 10369)].

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, DLL file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of mp3plug2.dll.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	mp3plug2.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	VEGAS MPEG Layer 3 Encoder/Decoder
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	MAGIX Computer Products Intl. Co.
Software Program:	VEGAS MPEG Layer 3 Encoder/Decoder Rev. 3
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (c) 2018 MAGIX Software GmbH. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Language Code:	Unknown (04E4)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x30003f
Entry Point:	0x9f8f4
Code Size:	663040

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File Info	Description
File Size:	1101 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:02:19 08:13:56+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2019:01:07 13:14:27+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.16
Code Size:	663040
Initialized Data Size:	448000
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x9f8f4
OS Version:	6.0
Image Version:	4.0
Subsystem Version:	6.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	3.0.7.10369
Product Version Number:	3.0.7.10369
File Flags Mask:	0x30003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Unknown (04E4)
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Company Name:	MAGIX Computer Products Intl. Co.
File Description:	VEGAS MPEG Layer 3 Encoder/Decoder
File Version:	Version 3.0 (Build 10369)
Internal Name:	mp3plug2.DLL
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (c) 2018 MAGIX Software GmbH. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	VEGAS MPEG Layer 3 Encoder/Decoder Rev. 3
Product Version:	Version 3.0 (Build 10369)

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What are mp3plug2.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library mp3plug2.dll Errors

mp3plug2.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like mp3plug2.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like Setup.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. ACID Music Studio 11) could share the same mp3plug2.dll file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DLL file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when mp3plug2.dll is attempted to be loaded either when ACID Music Studio 11 is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common mp3plug2.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - mp3plug2.dll.
mp3plug2.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files\ACID\ACID Music Studio 11.0\FileIO Plug-Ins\mp3plug2\mp3plug2.dll.
Cannot register mp3plug2.dll.
Cannot start ACID Music Studio 11. A required component is missing: mp3plug2.dll. Please install ACID Music Studio 11 again.
Failed to load mp3plug2.dll.
The application has failed to start because mp3plug2.dll was not found.
The file mp3plug2.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because mp3plug2.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your mp3plug2.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with ACID Music Studio 11), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, mp3plug2.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading ACID Music Studio 11, system crash while loading mp3plug2.dll, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

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How to Fix mp3plug2.dll Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your mp3plug2.dll issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the mp3plug2.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed ACID Music Studio 11 (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling ACID Music Studio 11 software.

You can uninstall ACID Music Studio 11 software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for ACID Music Studio 11 11.0.7.18 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall ACID Music Studio 11 software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

ACID Music Studio 11 11.0.7.18

Magix Software GmbH

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many mp3plug2.dll error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the mp3plug2.dll error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your mp3plug2.dll File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate mp3plug2.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free mp3plug2.dll files for every applicable version of ACID Music Studio 11. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download mp3plug2.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate ACID Music Studio 11 folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony\Movie Studio 13.0\FileIO Plug-Ins\mp3plug2\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\VEGAS\VEGAS Pro 16.0\FileIO Plug-Ins\mp3plug2\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\SOUND FORGE\SOUND FORGE Pro 13.0\FileIO Plug-Ins\mp3plug2\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\ACID\ACID Music Studio 11.0\FileIO Plug-Ins\mp3plug2\
Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve mp3plug2.dll problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download mp3plug2.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying mp3plug2.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Magix Software GmbH typically does not release ACID Music Studio 11 DLL files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing mp3plug2.dll and all other DLL files for ACID Music Studio 11. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Sony Movie Studio 13 13.0.189

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

mp3plug2.dll

13.0.0.189

Version 13.0 (Build 189)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Sony MPEG Layer 3 Encoder/Decoder Rev. 3
Software Version:	13.0.0.189
File Version:	Version 13.0 (Build 189)
File Size:	972088
File Date:	01/24/2020
MD5 Checksum:	74ab9abf7e434027a17f42c4a94a9a2f
SHA1 Checksum:	3d12b55faeeb9e6d1726a23fe303e5b3c821e329
SHA256 Checksum:	2a328951a7a33b551e7240ad1edfcebd7f35210e306e35161a3ab0e68521602b
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony\Movie Studio 13.0\ ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	4.0
Initialized Data Size:	368640
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/24/2020

Vegas Pro 16 16

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

mp3plug2.dll

3.0.0.10369

Version 3.0 (Build 10369)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	VEGAS MPEG Layer 3 Encoder/Decoder Rev. 3
Software Version:	3.0.0.10369
File Version:	Version 3.0 (Build 10369)
File Size:	994624
File Date:	11/18/2019
MD5 Checksum:	e3099a844c10423cf6163e126e84744d
SHA1 Checksum:	e7d34dc3e22c451d148af45b903be4705b98e342
SHA256 Checksum:	fa63bfc696a5d8467d96575c358810933090c69b814bbd6249abac820d845302
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\VEGAS\VEGAS Pro 16.0\FileIO P ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	4.0
Initialized Data Size:	384512
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/18/2019

Sound Forge Pro 13 13

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

mp3plug2.dll

3.0.0.10369

Version 3.0 (Build 10369)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	MAGIX MPEG Layer 3 Encoder/Decoder Rev. 3
Software Version:	3.0.0.10369
File Version:	Version 3.0 (Build 10369)
File Size:	1143072
File Date:	10/29/2019
MD5 Checksum:	dcb9d3dae2361c37ce09463dea7fdaa2
SHA1 Checksum:	7f21cb286f04460bda69eb4b494f4f4496c66f50
SHA256 Checksum:	ae7444ad9ac9e3262138165e41dcd54d6cd3a13420234b1911aa503671a10357
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\SOUND FORGE\SOUND FORGE Pro 1 ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	4.0
Initialized Data Size:	449024
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/29/2019

ACID Music Studio 11 11.0.7.18

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

mp3plug2.dll

3.0.7.10369

Version 3.0 (Build 10369)

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	VEGAS MPEG Layer 3 Encoder/Decoder Rev. 3
Software Version:	3.0.7.10369
File Version:	Version 3.0 (Build 10369)
File Size:	1127688
File Date:	02/19/2020
MD5 Checksum:	3e8418579d766450328fa1fa91c1a209
SHA1 Checksum:	f44daa1ef7a15ac70ae4b52c35f4584693107c3d
SHA256 Checksum:	dae8b81c797d494c1853ea299e8ea332bfda190dd4865505ed8784a3ee42f5f4
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\ACID\ACID Music Studio 11.0\F ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	4.0
Initialized Data Size:	448000
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	02/19/2020

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