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What version of ALSA do I have?
2 Answers. The version of the kernel drivers is shown in /proc/asound/version , but this depends only on your kernel version (and the latest version shows nothing but the kernel version number). To get the version number of the user-space tools, execute aplay –version .
What is kernel version number?
Linux kernels have version numbers in the format x.y.z. x is the major release number, y is the minor revision number, and z is the patch number. PLEASE NOTE: z is NOT the number of patches; it simply indicates that more bugs have been fixed since the last patch number.
Is the ALSA API consistent in the Linux kernel?
However, at least the ALSA kernel API is consistent, and therefore it would be still a bit help for writing them. This document targets people who already have enough C language skills and have basic linux kernel programming knowledge.
How can I get the installed ALSA version?
When it opens, run the command (s) below: The version of the kernel drivers is shown in /proc/asound/version, but this depends only on your kernel version (and the latest version shows nothing but the kernel version number). To get the version number of the user-space tools, execute aplay –version.
Where are ALSA modules stored in the kernel?
This directory contains the middle layer which is the heart of ALSA drivers. In this directory, the native ALSA modules are stored. The sub-directories contain different modules and are dependent upon the kernel config. The codes for PCM and mixer OSS emulation modules are stored in this directory.
How does ALSA work with sound device drivers?
Besides the sound device drivers, ALSA also bundles a user space library for application developers who want to use driver features with a higher level API than direct interaction with the kernel drivers. This diagram is also helpful in understanding where the various components, ALSA, JACK, etc. fit with respect to each other & the kernel.