ABC Notation Staff Editor

ABC Notation Staff Editor

Simple Handy Music Editor

1 ratings
4 reviews
$4.99 $2.99
In-App Purchases

Lowest price: $0.99 a year ago (-202%)


Price history


Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 31, 2021
  • September 20, 2025

Features

ABC Notation Staff Editor screenshot #1 for iPhone
ABC Notation Staff Editor screenshot #2 for iPhone
ABC Notation Staff Editor screenshot #3 for iPhone
ABC Notation Staff Editor screenshot #4 for iPhone
ABC Notation Staff Editor screenshot #5 for iPhone
ABC Notation Staff Editor screenshot #6 for iPhone
ABC Notation Staff Editor screenshot #7 for iPhone
ABC Notation Staff Editor screenshot #8 for iPhone
iphone
ipad
🖼️Get Icon
Icons↘︎

About

Create and edit musical scores using a simplified text-based notation system. Play back your compositions in real-time and export them as PDF or MIDI files. Ideal for both beginners and experienced musicians familiar with ABC notation.

Real-time music score playback
Customized keyboard for ABC notation
Tap-to-edit staff lines
Export as PDF
Export as MIDI
Show original description

What's New in ABC Notation Staff Editor

14.0.1

September 20, 2025

use iOS 18 translation API to make the app language localized if you find the translation is strange, please change the app language to English other optimizations

More
1

In-App Purchases

$1.99

Staff VIP

purchase staff vip to get unlimited access

User reviews

Great App

I was looking for an app exactly like this. I'm new to ABC Notation.
Only thing I'm missing is a space key.
Do I find it anywhere?

Response from developer

Aha, just turned off ABC keyboard, you could input any characters with the system keyboard. Thanks for your support, creating melody is really funny.

Not intuitive

This is a pretty bare bones ABC music notation editor. This app is not very intuitive at all to use. You also need to do an in-app purchase to be able to export your music in any format.

Response from developer

As the app is based on wkwebview, so any unexpected error happened such as audio muted suddenly, just force reboot the app, it will be ok then. Of course, you need to save the staff at the first, so you could load it back after you reboot the app. As for other tutorials, we think you only need to have the basic abc notation knowledge, you could create your own melody then.

Very poor!

This is a very limited and poorly implemented app with a very clunky single line editor which doesn’t import existing ABC files or allow proper file headers. The midi playback wouldn’t work for me at all and simply looped silence. A complete waste of money.

If you are an experienced ABC Notation user looking for decent app steer well clear!
Show more

许多功能没实现

有种被骗的感觉。

Response from developer

应用已经更新了很大一部分了,UI也已经采用SwiftUI重写了,希望你能再次使用这个编辑器看看,如果可以的话,望能重新给个评分,谢谢🙏

Developer apps

FAQ

What is ABC Notation Staff Editor?

ABC Notation Staff Editor is a utility app that allows users to create, edit, and play music scores using the ABC notation system. It offers real-time playback and export options for your compositions.

How much does ABC Notation Staff Editor cost?

ABC Notation Staff Editor is a paid app, priced at $2.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features.

What devices support ABC Notation Staff Editor?

ABC Notation Staff Editor is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to work seamlessly on both platforms.

Is ABC Notation Staff Editor suitable for children?

ABC Notation Staff Editor has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users interested in music composition. Its simplified interface can be beneficial for learning.

How often is ABC Notation Staff Editor updated?

The app was last updated on September 20, 2025, with version 14.0.1. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

Can I export my music from ABC Notation Staff Editor?

Yes, you can export your music scores from ABC Notation Staff Editor in both PDF and MIDI file formats. This allows for easy sharing and further editing in other music software.

What is the user sentiment for ABC Notation Staff Editor?

Based on the provided data, ABC Notation Staff Editor has a rating of 1.0 stars from 1 rating. This single rating suggests limited user feedback currently available.

Does ABC Notation Staff Editor have ads?

No, ABC Notation Staff Editor does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for its users.