# Acoustic Tanpura — Shruti Maata

> Virtual acoustic tanpura for musical practice and performance. (iPhone/iPad app by Vijayalakshmi Ranganathan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acoustic-tanpura/id1493947309 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Vijayalakshmi Ranganathan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1493947308)
- Category: Music, Music, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 98 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-01-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acoustic-tanpura/id1493947309/reviews.md

## What is Acoustic Tanpura?

Tanpura (also known as Tamburi or Tambura) is played to help a musician or vocalist tune to a certain pitch or Shruti. An acoustic tanpura has either four or five strings. This app has every pitch tuned and played manually on an acoustic tanpura, Use it for practice, performances, Yoga and more. The app provides options to choose between English, Hindustani and Carnatic pitch labels. The unique Sa-Pa-Sa chorus helper is available to help budding vocalists. The pitch can be played at three speeds. There is option to make the first string Madhyamam. Volume control is available as well. App can be played in the background with pause control on the status panel. All sounds are original, Copyright softwarebyvr.

## Key features

- Virtual acoustic tanpura sounds
- Multiple pitch label options
- Sa-Pa-Sa chorus helper
- Adjustable playback speeds
- Background playback
- Volume control

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acoustic-tanpura/id1493947309/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great

*2024-11-27*

Great tanpura

### 5/5 — Requesting a small change

*2021-07-22*

This is a great app. However, I am wondering if the developer can make a small change. Usually, when singers fine-tune a tambura, they take a small Woolen thread, wedge it between the string and the bridge, and gently move it up and down until the string produces a sustained, long & resonant vibration. When you do this for all strings, then you get a sustained ‘wave-like’ effect (mmmmm….) without the broken, individual sounds of each string. Is it possible for you to record the tambura in that way? Right now, it sounds like 4 individual strings plucked one after the other.

### 5/5 — Acoustic Tanpura was what I needed

*2020-01-16*

This app was just what we were looking for and it sounds great on the iPad. I can’t believe it’s free.  Thank you very much for making this app.  My wife and I love it.

### 5/5 — Soothing and real!!

*2020-01-16*

This is the most real sound I have heard of the tambura. It’s soothing and real unlike the digitized drone that’s so jarring to the ear! Fantastic for concerts and at home practice.

## Frequently asked questions about Acoustic Tanpura

### What is Acoustic Tanpura used for?

Acoustic Tanpura is used to help musicians and vocalists tune to a specific pitch (Shruti) for practice, performances, and yoga sessions. It provides a consistent drone sound.

### Does Acoustic Tanpura offer different tuning systems?

Yes, Acoustic Tanpura provides options to choose between English, Hindustani, and Carnatic pitch labels, catering to various musical traditions.

### Can Acoustic Tanpura be played while using other apps?

Yes, Acoustic Tanpura supports background playback, allowing you to use other applications or lock your screen while the tanpura sound continues. It also features pause control on the status panel.

### Is Acoustic Tanpura suitable for beginners?

Acoustic Tanpura includes a unique Sa-Pa-Sa chorus helper designed to assist budding vocalists in their practice. The app's ease of use makes it accessible for beginners.

### What devices is Acoustic Tanpura available on?

Acoustic Tanpura is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering a consistent experience across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### How often is Acoustic Tanpura updated?

Acoustic Tanpura was last updated on January 16, 2020, with version 1.0. Further updates would depend on the developer's ongoing support.

### Does Acoustic Tanpura have ads?

No, Acoustic Tanpura is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted musical experience for its users.

### What is the user feedback on Acoustic Tanpura?

Acoustic Tanpura has received excellent user feedback, holding a perfect 5.0-star rating from 11 reviews, indicating high user satisfaction.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2020-01-16

No release notes.

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