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iTanpura Lite

iTanpura Lite

The Original Pro Tanpura

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Released
September 15, 2009
Updated
November 3, 2026

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Developer

Prasad Upasani
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This app provides the meditative drone of a tanpura, a foundational instrument in Indian classical music. It simulates two tanpuras and a Sur-Peti, offering realistic sounds sampled from real instruments. Adjust pitch, tune strings, and save custom presets for a personalized musical experience.

✓Two 5-string tanpuras with independent controls
✓Sur-Peti / Shruti Box simulation
✓Realistic sounds sampled from real tanpuras
✓Adjustable pitch and fine-tuning
✓Customizable string tuning
✓Preset saving for popular raags
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What's New in iTanpura Lite

9.5.4

November 3, 2026

- Added support for iPhone Duo: the app now adapts to its wide, foldable screen as well as the smaller outside screen - Updated for iOS 26 & iOS 27, including the new Liquid Glass look for the tab bar, toolbars and buttons - Voiceover fixes for tanpura controls - Minimum supported iOS version is now iOS 17 - Minor enhancements & fixes

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Difficult to start

Don’t know how to start the app
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Bbeverly_zhou

Useless app

Don’t know why this app is even there in app store. It only plays for 1 min whatever the reason and ask to buy full version. If all the features are disabled and only allows to play one minute and ask to buy full version doesn’t even make sense of using it and calling it as lite indeed it’s lie.
Vvickey_kb

Why does this exist?

It stops in a minute! What is the point of this?
MMkcgnk

Waste of time

If it’s unpaid it won’t even play for more than 2-3 minutes which is so frustrating. I just happily uninstalled it and installed dhwani instead.
SShunyabhi
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FAQ

What is iTanpura Lite?

iTanpura Lite is an electronic tanpura app for iPhone and iPod Touch that simulates the sound of two tanpuras and a Sur-Peti (Shruti box). It's designed to provide a meditative drone for Indian classical music.

What are the limitations of iTanpura Lite compared to the full version?

iTanpura Lite has a key limitation: the sound stops playing after 60 seconds. It also does not include the Swar Mandal or the Tuner feature found in the full version.

Can I tune the tanpuras to specific notes in iTanpura Lite?

Yes, you can adjust the pitch by name (e.g., C#, G) using pitch up/down buttons. The first string of each tanpura can be tuned to Pa, Ma, Ni, or any custom note like Re, Ga, Dha, or any shruti in the octave.

How does iTanpura Lite handle sound quality?

The app uses stereo digital sound sampled from real Hemraj tanpuras to provide a beautiful and realistic sound. It offers independent pan and volume controls for precise stereo placement.

Does iTanpura Lite have ads?

No, iTanpura Lite does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any ads.

What devices does iTanpura Lite support?

iTanpura Lite is supported on iPhone devices. It was released on September 15, 2009, and its latest version is 9.5.4, last updated on November 3, 2026.

What is the age rating for iTanpura Lite?

iTanpura Lite has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in music.

How often is iTanpura Lite updated?

The latest version of iTanpura Lite is 9.5.4, which was last updated on November 3, 2026. This indicates the app receives updates, though the exact frequency isn't specified.