# Guitar Machine - SteamPunk Guitar Tools — SteamPunk Guitar Tools

> Steampunk-themed guitar utility app for tuning, chords, and metronome. (iPhone/iPad app by C3 Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guitar-machine-steampunk-guitar-tools/id357895835 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [C3 Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/297145090)
- Category: Music, Utilities
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 141 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 29 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-03-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guitar-machine-steampunk-guitar-tools/id357895835/reviews.md

## What is Guitar Machine?

Essential guitar utilities, with a steam-punk themed twist! Guitar machine is the ultimate assistant for tuning, timing, and chords, for the steam-punkishly minded guitarist.

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Do you want to tune your guitar and lookup chords?  Do you pine for a bygone era in an alternate reality in which technology and victorian style are merged to form the ultimate in form and functionality?

Well look no further!  Guitar Machine is *the* app for you!

Product Highlights:

- Simply *THE* most accurate chromatic tuner in the entire app store!  No other tuning app is as accurate as this tuner, guaranteed!  Beats the competition with accuracy in the sub-cent range (the human ear can almost never hear differences beyond this range, so it's perfect!).

- Auto-tuner is highly intuitive --  The UI is geared towards both chromatic tuning and string-based tuning simultaneously with a beautiful intuitive interface.  The top dial allows you to tune with sub-cent precision, while the bottom 'string track-light' lets you know where you are relative to a real string (just in case your plucked string is way off).  If you decide to use the string-based approach, over 40 alternate tunings are supported!  Or, you can tune to ANY pitch with the chromatic tuner, with extreme accuracy.

- REVERSE chord name lookup!  Now you can find out what that funky chord you just discovered is called!

- Beautiful steam-punk themed graphics

- Gorgeous sound -- professionally recorded strings and metronome instruments

- Full-featured chord dictionary

- Metronome with temp range from 30-300 BPM, and over 12 time signatures and many instruments to choose from.

COMING SOON (in Version 2.0):

- More instruments
- Even more chord variations
- More secret awesome features

Stunning graphics and top-shelf features make for a winning combination!

## Key features

- Accurate chromatic tuner
- Auto-tuner with string-based tuning
- Reverse chord name lookup
- Full-featured chord dictionary
- Metronome with 30-300 BPM
- Steampunk themed graphics

## What do users think of Guitar Machine?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎯 Highly accurate chromatic tuner
- 🎸 Comprehensive chord library and finder
- ⏱️ Functional metronome with customization options
- 💰 Exceptional value at $0.99 price point
- 🎨 Beautiful steampunk aesthetic design
- 🔄 Reverse chord lookup feature
- 📱 Supports multiple instrument tunings (banjo, ukulele)
- ⚡ Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 🎵 Accurate sound playback for tuning reference

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes on launch (recent versions)
- ❌ Not updated in years, compatibility issues
- 📱 Incompatible with newer iOS versions
- 🔊 Inconsistent audio output for chord playback
- 🎚️ Tuner sensitivity requires loud input
- 🎯 Tuner jumps/jerks on some devices (iPhone 4/6)
- ⚠️ Help function crashes app
- 👥 Poor developer support/communication
- 🔌 Limited chord variations displayed

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes immediately after opening
- Tuner needle jumps erratically on iPhone 4 and iPhone 6
- Help function causes iPhone crashes
- Metronome won't turn off even after restart
- No sound output for chord features
- Chord fingerings don't update with tuning changes
- Incompatibility with iOS 4.0 and newer versions
- Not optimized for iPhone 5 screen size
- App doesn't work on iPhone 6 Plus

**Most requested features**

- Update chord finder to work with alternative tunings
- Add more chord voicing variations
- Implement tap tempo for metronome
- Add scale charts and harmonics
- Support for more instruments (bass, mandolin)
- iPad app version
- Ability to change concert pitch (A=432 option)
- Metronome on/off button and volume control
- Stop button for chord playback
- Customizable theme options
- Acoustic and classical guitar sound options
- Music playback to check song tempos
- Scales feature parity with Guitar Toolkit

## Recent user reviews (10 of 141)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guitar-machine-steampunk-guitar-tools/id357895835/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Used to be my favorite

*2024-07-20*

I used this app for years and loved it. Now it opens briefly and shuts down immediately. I’ve tried deleting and reinstalling but it just doesn’t work. I tried emailing the developer but got nothing back from them. It’s a great app when it works. Miss it!

**Developer response:** Hang in there!  I've decided to update it.  I will have an update out by the end of July.

"Stay Tuned!"

### 5/5 — Awesome app. Needs updated chord finder

*2022-10-21*

I love the app, I just wish you could change the tuning on the chord/not finder. Please put that in if it hasn’t been abandoned

### 5/5 — This app is outstanding!

*2022-05-31*

I really can't believe it only has a few reviews.  I've been playing for 30+ years and I have tried lots of tuner/chord finder apps.  I've used this app for years because it gives me everything I need with a great interface.  It has an auto tuner which finds your note and is super accurate but you can also just have it play any open string, and it does tons of alternate tunings as well as banjo and ukulele.  It has a chord chart with strummable chords but the best part is the chord finder where you can just punch in the strings/frets your playing and it will tell you what chord it is.  The metronome also has lots of options and lots of alternate time signatures.  This app is so underrated and absolutely fantastic!! Thanks!

### 5/5 — Best guitar app

*2021-04-22*

I’ve been using this for years and it’s great for tuning and finding chords. It’s so easy and it looks awesome.

### 5/5 — Guitar Machine

*2019-07-07, version 1.90*

An excellent app. Get it.

### 5/5 — Best .99$ I’ve ever spent

*2017-12-28*

Tuner, chord finder, chord maker... had this app for 7 years and it serves me well.

### 5/5 — I don't usually write reviews

*2017-06-27*

But I've realized that I use this app every day, and have been for the last 7 years or more. I figured you deserved my time. Kudos

**Developer response:** Thank you!  Please be sure to update to the latest version to use it on the latest phones! 

"Stay Tuned" :)

### 4/5 — Cool app, but...

*2017-04-16*

It needs attention from the developer. Something about updating the app to work with future iOS.

**Developer response:** I am going to work on an update this month and next and hopefully by the end of July it will work flawlessly on new devices!

### 1/5 — Look at the last update date

*2017-03-15, version 1.66*

Don't waste your money.  Your phone will warn you it is badly out of date as soon as you load it.  Seems like it shouldn't be allowed in the store as such.

### 1/5 — 闪退~太无语了！

*2016-09-05*

闪退~还经常卡！大退后还是有这个问题~也没有更新~
好多和弦名称也没明确~无语了！

## Frequently asked questions about Guitar Machine

### What does Guitar Machine do?

Guitar Machine provides essential tools for guitarists, including a highly accurate chromatic tuner, an intuitive auto-tuner supporting over 40 alternate tunings, a reverse chord name lookup, a full chord dictionary, and a versatile metronome.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include an exceptionally accurate chromatic tuner, an auto-tuner with a unique interface for both chromatic and string-based tuning, the ability to find the name of any chord you discover, a comprehensive chord dictionary, and a metronome with a wide tempo range and multiple time signatures.

### How much does Guitar Machine cost?

The application is available for a special introductory sale price. Specific pricing details can be found on the app store listing.

### What makes this guitar app different from others?

This app stands out with its unique steampunk theme, offering a visually distinct experience. It also boasts sub-cent accuracy in its tuner, which is stated to be superior to other tuning apps, and includes a reverse chord lookup feature.

### Who is the target audience for Guitar Machine?

The app is designed for guitarists who are looking for reliable tuning, chord reference, and timing tools, and who appreciate a distinctive steampunk aesthetic in their music accessories.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.90 — 2017-09-12

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

- Updated app to support latest iPhones and iPads and work on newer iOS versions going forward.  No more warnings that the app is old!
- App now runs at the proper aspect ratio on iPhone 5,6,7 and up
- Added Banjo and Ukelele support for the String Tuner and Auto Tuner screens (select them as a possible tuning)
- Added "auto-pluck" button to the String Tuner screen for convenience when tuning by ear to have the selected string auto-pick repeatedly
- Code cleanup and bug fixes -- thanks beta testers!
- Improved app performance internally

### 1.66 — 2010-10-22

- NEW!!  iPhone 4 RETINA display graphics!  *SEE* the beauty!
- Bugfixes

### 1.63 — 2010-07-08

- Enabled Fast App Switching
- iOS 4.0 tested and qualified
- Small bugfix

COMING SOON: Tons more features!

### 1.61 — 2010-03-09

- Replaced icon
- Improved performance
- Fixed obscure bug

### 1.6 — 2010-03-04

No release notes.

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