Magix Software GmbH ACID Music Studio 11 DLL sfpaplug.dll

Fixing Sfpaplug.dll DLL Issues - How to Download and Repair

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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Perfect Clarity Audio files, such as sfpaplug.dll, are considered a type of Win64 DLL (Dynamic link library) file. They are associated with the DLL file extension, developed by Magix Software GmbH for Perfect Clarity Audio File Format.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for sfpaplug.dll was on 02/28/2019 inside Sound Forge Pro 13 13. The most recent release for ACID Music Studio 11 11.0.7.18 launched on 01/21/2019 [version Version 1.2 (Build 12188) 64-bit release].

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting DLL file problems with sfpaplug.dll, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	sfpaplug.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Perfect Clarity Audio
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:	Perfect Clarity Audio File Format
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:	0x31ff68
Code Size:	3294720

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File Info	Description
File Size:	6.2 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:02:19 08:14:04+00:00
File Type:	Win64 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2019:01:07 13:33:18+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	14.16
Code Size:	3294720
Initialized Data Size:	3220992
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x31ff68
OS Version:	6.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	6.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	1.2.7.12188
Product Version Number:	1.2.7.12188
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:	Perfect Clarity Audio
File Version:	Version 1.2 (Build 12188) 64-bit
Internal Name:	sfpaplug.DLL
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (c) 2018 MAGIX Software GmbH. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Perfect Clarity Audio File Format
Product Version:	Version 1.2 (Build 12188) 64-bit

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What are sfpaplug.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library sfpaplug.dll Errors

sfpaplug.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.dll errors include:

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

Your sfpaplug.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, sfpaplug.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading ACID Music Studio 11, system crash while loading sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.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\sfpaplug\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\VEGAS\VEGAS Pro 16.0\FileIO Plug-Ins\sfpaplug\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\ACID\ACID Pro 9.0\FileIO Plug-Ins\sfpaplug\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\SOUND FORGE\SOUND FORGE Pro 13.0\FileIO Plug-Ins\sfpaplug\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\ACID\ACID Music Studio 11.0\FileIO Plug-Ins\sfpaplug\
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 sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying sfpaplug.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 sfpaplug.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

sfpaplug.dll

13.0.0.189

Version 13.0 (Build 189)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Perfect Clarity Audio File Format
Software Version:	13.0.0.189
File Version:	Version 13.0 (Build 189)
File Size:	4877112
File Date:	01/24/2020
MD5 Checksum:	bf9c3fdafc8506e8effc213755525589
SHA1 Checksum:	02802e9a4075db4ac5a35784994b0598ec18c309
SHA256 Checksum:	6f2776de56f7c1651aa7e89ffd8e54a4d4bde82b50af37f4e071d0991edb63e9
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:	3012608
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

sfpaplug.dll

16.0.0.424

Version 16.0 (Build 424)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Perfect Clarity Audio File Format
Software Version:	16.0.0.424
File Version:	Version 16.0 (Build 424)
File Size:	11710272
File Date:	11/18/2019
MD5 Checksum:	919543baf2fd089480a838bfd5909038
SHA1 Checksum:	5b3c8812946033bbdb6c6a42f22a4b5fbb3cce1c
SHA256 Checksum:	deecf53cb078af2c6676d036ca5f2f701abd8d0349c4780f021643260af10639
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\VEGAS\VEGAS Pro 16.0\FileIO P ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	8507392
Linker Version:	14.11
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/18/2019

ACID Pro 9

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

sfpaplug.dll

1.2.3.12188

Version 1.2 (Build 12188) 64-bit

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Perfect Clarity Audio File Format
Software Version:	1.2.3.12188
File Version:	Version 1.2 (Build 12188) 64-bit
File Size:	6835440
File Date:	11/06/2019
MD5 Checksum:	009e696725948ac739957f9364020970
SHA1 Checksum:	2d060bda044464b8ed8ac9b2845cf9dca5d78c24
SHA256 Checksum:	ca2eb54fcb33eb377403f6d197d83e5a0c76ab77d086f6ab83810c70e0136202
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\ACID\ACID Pro 9.0\FileIO Plug ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	3460608
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/06/2019

Sound Forge Pro 13 13

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

sfpaplug.dll

1.2.0.12188

Version 1.2 (Build 12188) 64-bit

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Perfect Clarity Audio File Format
Software Version:	1.2.0.12188
File Version:	Version 1.2 (Build 12188) 64-bit
File Size:	6948128
File Date:	10/29/2019
MD5 Checksum:	fb34bf736b09b088184da1470618df96
SHA1 Checksum:	ee1354a339b989c1db7a4d0ea0ee10ccc36d9d1f
SHA256 Checksum:	fe935b54cce48e3a508360549f0b56ddc79faac610d6d969b83c6eee8e8b3a75
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\SOUND FORGE\SOUND FORGE Pro 1 ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	3786240
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
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

sfpaplug.dll

1.2.7.12188

Version 1.2 (Build 12188) 64-bit

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Perfect Clarity Audio File Format
Software Version:	1.2.7.12188
File Version:	Version 1.2 (Build 12188) 64-bit
File Size:	6532360
File Date:	02/19/2020
MD5 Checksum:	8f82bd6b4560cfda9c8a512ca47dde1b
SHA1 Checksum:	447293f8417fd66505b9d0659b610e24ed1fa002
SHA256 Checksum:	6cb5cb3c8cfbec49a3fd37ac7137898cca5753cfc9f8eb24f56eb594469450f6
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\ACID\ACID Music Studio 11.0\F ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	3220992
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	02/19/2020

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