# InstaChord-i — Let's play chords instantly. > InstaChord-i: Instant musical instrument and chord progression learning tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Loop-Sessions.LLC..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instachord-i/id1540316217 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Loop-Sessions.LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/414215366) - Category: Music, Entertainment - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.90/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 29 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16.0 · 7 MB - Languages: American English, Japanese - Released: 2020-12-22 - Data updated: 2026-08-31 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instachord-i/id1540316217/reviews.md ## What is InstaChord? InstaChord-i is an easy-to-play musical instrument, a learning tool for chord progressions, and an auxiliary tool for composing. You can experience an innovative electronic musical instrument "InstaChord", which has raised about $770,000 by crowdfunding with this app. https://instachord.com (This app was developed under the supervision of Mr. Yuichi Nagata, the developer of "InstaChord".) ■ Features ◆ Can perform music instantly You can enjoy playing like a guitar or piano by tapping and swiping the pads while holding down the buttons with the chord symbols (C, Dm, etc.). There are fundamental chords based on music theory on the screen, so you can make a song just by choosing buttons loosely. ◆ Guitar or Piano You can choose from two types of interfaces, "guitar strings" and "piano keyboards". ◆ Play various chords If you press "~" (swap button) at the same time, the major and minor of the chord will be switched. (Ex: "F" + "~" → "Fm", "Em" + "~" → "E") You can also play various chords by pressing the chord buttons (7, M7, sus4, etc.) at the same time. * Some functions are paid options ◆ You can play any song When you set the Key setting to the key of a song, the fundamental chords (diatonic chords) used for that song are assigned to the buttons on the screen, so you can easily play songs with any key. Since numerals (scale degree) is written on the screen, it is ideal for learning chord progressions. ◆ MIDI Connection - Virtual MIDI: Control ohter Virtual MIDI compatible synth app on your device. * GarageBand doesn't support Virtual MIDI input. - Wi-Fi: Send MIDI notes to PC or Mac via Wi-Fi. * Windows PC requires connection software such as rtpMIDI. - BLE MIDI: Send MIDI notes to Mac or other iOS device via Bluetooth. ■ Playable chords major, minor, 7, M7, m7, mM7, add9, m9, sus4, dim, aug, m7-5 * Some chords are paid options ■ Built-in 28 Sounds * It is different from the built-in sound of the hardware version of InstaChord. * Some sound sources are paid options Ac.Guitar E-Gt.Jazz E-Gt.Clean E-Gt.Dist Sitar Koto Ac.Piano E.Piano Vibraphone Marimba Agogo Lead Synth Polysynth Brightness Rock Organ Church Organ Accordion Strings Synth Strings Voice Oohs Trumpet Synth Brass Flute Whistle Warm Pad Bowed Grass Metal Pad Rain FX ■ InstaChord-i website https://instachord.com/app ## Key features - Instant music performance - Guitar and piano interfaces - Play various chord types - Learn chord progressions - MIDI connection support - Set key for any song ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Available All Chords | $1.99 | one-time | | All sounds are available | $1.99 | one-time | | Available sending MIDI message | $4.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 29) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instachord-i/id1540316217/reviews.md ### 5/5 — 素晴らしい *2026-05-29* 普段はサックスを吹いてるのですが〜 サックスって単音じゃないですか！ 和音楽器に憧れるんですよ〜😊 ある曲のドラム譜やパーカッション譜を打ち込む機会があって〜 偶然ピアノ譜も打ち込むことになったんですけど〜 その楽譜にはコード進行さか書かれてなくて〜 さらにFeelってあるんですよね！🥲 仕方ないので、一からコードを勉強するのにアプリを探してところに、このアプリと運命的な出会い？　みたいな〜笑 ピアノもギターもこのアプリで勉強できると思います〜 近い将来、このインスタコードと言う楽器も買うつもりです〜😊 じつに素晴らしいです！ ### 4/5 — もしかしてバグ？ *2026-03-27* Gだけ5と6弦が同じ音程かも **Developer response:** コメントありがとうございます。 調整を行いました。最新版にてご確認ください。 ### 5/5 — 簡単にコードが弾ける *2025-10-31* 簡単ですぐにコードが弾ける。楽しい ### 3/5 — エレキギターもできるようにして欲しいです *2025-09-27* 昨日の夜Tiktokを見て知りましたギターに興味があったので入れてみました使った感想はすごくいいです。 ですがエレキギターがないのはちょっと悲しかったです。なのでエレキギターも使えるようにして欲しいです。 以上です **Developer response:** コメントありがとうございます。 エレキギターの音色も複数種類含んでいます。サウンド名の箇所をタップすると、演奏スタイルとして「ギター」「ピアノ」の選択と、サウンドの種類を選択できます。 いろいろお試しください。 ### 5/5 — 青春の甦り *2025-03-18* 人生７４年間に於いて、青春時代挫折したギターに巡り合い、頑張って練習したい。 　このチャンスを逃さない！ ### 5/5 — Waiting for instrument in USA *2024-10-25* I love this app. Unhappy it took me so long to find it. Requests: Allow 180 degree rotation of app Allow Raise/lower octave in string setting ### 5/5 — 製作者の愛が感じられるアプリです *2024-01-10* 痒いところにも手が届く、全くの楽器初心者でも楽しむことができるアプリです。 ### 5/5 — 楽しい！ *2023-10-21* これは！インスタコードが買いたくなっちゃいます。 ### 5/5 — Finally! *2023-10-02* I’ve been looking everywhere for an app like this! Next step is to add built in looping so I can run lead on top! But please do nothing do overcomplicate what is a well-considered app so far! An actual chord-based mobile instrument! ### 4/5 — Minor 6ths and other jazz voicings? *2023-06-26* This app is a good concept with nice ability to make chord transitions. The app is based on the hardware device that apparently has the options for added 6th chords. Why is that option missing here? It would be appreciated if other jazz chords could be added also like the app “chord maps”. That other app provided flat 9, flat 5th and 6th options for even greater playability. This functional concept should be expanded. An added guitar fret graphic showing playable chords would be a great addition, especial if it indicated various inversions and guitar neck positions. ## Frequently asked questions about InstaChord ### What is InstaChord-i? InstaChord-i is an app that functions as an innovative electronic musical instrument. It allows users to perform music instantly, learn chord progressions, and assist in composing. It's based on the successful crowdfunding project, InstaChord. ### How can I play music with InstaChord-i? You can play music by tapping and swiping the pads while holding down buttons with chord symbols. The app displays fundamental chords based on music theory, making it easy to create songs by selecting buttons. ### What are the interface options? InstaChord-i offers two interface types: "guitar strings" and "piano keyboards." You can choose the one that best suits your playing style or preference. ### Does InstaChord-i support MIDI connections? Yes, InstaChord-i supports MIDI connections. You can use Virtual MIDI to control other compatible synth apps on your device, send MIDI notes to a PC or Mac via Wi-Fi, or send MIDI notes to a Mac or other iOS devices via Bluetooth (BLE MIDI). ### Is InstaChord-i free to use? The app is free to download and use, but some advanced functions, such as certain chord types and sound sources, are available as paid options through in-app purchases. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.4.8 — 2026-08-04 Updated the system functionality. ### 1.4.7 — 2026-05-18 Improved the controls for playing. ### 1.4.6 — 2025-11-19 Confirmed to work on iOS 26 and iPadOS 26. ### 1.4.5 — 2024-12-22 Operation has been confirmed on iOS 18 and iPadOS 18. ### 1.4.4 — 2024-01-08 Confirmed on iOS 17. ## Apps similar to InstaChord | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Ultimate Guitar: Chords & Tabs](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultimate-guitar-chords-and-tabs/id357828853) | 4.7 (473,707) | Free | Music | | [Piano Chords and Scales](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/piano-chords-and-scales/id714086944) | 4.8 (9,159) | Free | Music | | [AI Chord Finder: Guitar Tabs](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-chord-finder-guitar-tabs/id6462842110) | 4.5 (108) | Free | Music | | [Chord ai - Play any song!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chord-ai-play-any-song/id1446177109) | 4.6 (5,900) | Free | Music | | [Chordify: Songs, Chords, Tuner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chordify-songs-chords-tuner/id1073624757) | 4.7 (33,443) | Free | Music | | [Piano Chords Master](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/piano-chords-master/id1068547064) | 4.5 (66) | Free | Music | ## More apps by Loop-Sessions.LLC. - [Metronome with Player](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metronome-with-player/id438914987) - [Kishino Style](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kishino-style/id460355477) - [Yoshida's Speak](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yoshidas-speak/id468650122) - [Soutou's Speak](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soutous-speak/id487660107) - [鷹の爪スタンプ](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id579665838) - [鷹の爪スタンプLite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lite/id579668660) All apps by Loop-Sessions.LLC.: https://appshunter.io/developer/414215366 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-31.*