# Pocket Violin - Play for real! — With 3D Touch & Bow Simulator

> Virtual violin simulator with 3D Touch bowing and note snapping. (iPhone/iPad app by Mihai Ghiserel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-violin-play-for-real/id1465449720 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mihai Ghiserel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1240176805)
- Category: Entertainment, Music
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.90/5 from 67 App Store ratings · 40 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 31 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-05-31
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-violin-play-for-real/id1465449720/reviews.md

## What is Pocket Violin?

"Pocket Violin - Play for real" is the perfect companion to those who are obsessed with making music everywhere they go. Now you can bring your own pocket violin to the party and show everybody your chops. 

   To simulate the bowing intensity, Pocket Violin features 3D Touch to control the bowing intensity. If your device doesn't support 3D Touch, you can still drag your finger down the screen while playing to increase or decrease the bowing intensity!

   You can use Pocket Violin to slide your fingers up and down the fretboard and play it like a real violin, or you can enable the "Snap To Notes" option in the app to be sure you're playing the note in tune.

   You can use manual vibrato like you would on a real violin, or you can use the auto-vibrato which brings a more orchestra like professional sound to your violin.

   Enjoy!

## Key features

- 3D Touch bowing intensity
- Drag gesture bowing control
- Fretboard sliding
- Snap to notes option
- Manual vibrato
- Auto-vibrato

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 40)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-violin-play-for-real/id1465449720/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best thing ever

*2026-07-29, version 1.0*

Best thing I’ve ever used in my life. It makes me feel like I’m actually playing the violin. You should try it out too.

### 1/5 — Như cái l

*2026-01-23, version 1.0*

Chả ra tiếng luôn mà

### 1/5 — 垃圾！

*2025-06-23*

半分钟一次广告！垃圾软件！💢💢💢👿

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2024-09-01, version 1.0*

Annoying buttons. Ads every couple notes you hit. Not worth it

### 1/5 — Not a violin

*2024-05-18, version 1.0*

When I played the violin it sounded nothing like a violin. Also, the ads. There are a lot of ads. When the ads play it locks your note in place. There’s nothing to really do in the app either. It’s good for messing with though. highly do not recommend this app. Please fix this app.

### 2/5 — Ok ig

*2023-09-05, version 1.0*

It was very hard to learn and it took me an hour to learn

### 1/5 — Der letzte Müll

*2023-08-27, version 1.0*

Der aller letzte Müll, den ich je installiert habe!

### 2/5 — 钱交了，愣是一点声音没有。开发者反思反思吧

*2023-06-09*

没声音

### 1/5 — Funktioniert nicht

*2023-04-28, version 1.0*

Funktioniert nicht

### 5/5 — awesome app

*2023-04-12, version 1.0*

This is a cool app

## Frequently asked questions about Pocket Violin

### What is Pocket Violin?

Pocket Violin is a mobile application that simulates playing a real violin. It allows users to create music anywhere by providing an interactive virtual instrument on their device.

### How do I control the bowing intensity?

The app utilizes 3D Touch on compatible devices to simulate bowing intensity. If your device does not support 3D Touch, you can drag your finger down the screen while playing to adjust the bowing intensity.

### Can I ensure I'm playing the correct notes?

Yes, the app offers a 'Snap To Notes' option. When enabled, this feature helps ensure you are playing the intended notes in tune, making it easier to play melodies accurately.

### What are the vibrato options?

You can choose between manual vibrato, similar to how it's done on a real violin, or auto-vibrato. The auto-vibrato feature is designed to produce a more professional, orchestra-like sound.

### Is Pocket Violin free to use?

The application is free to download and use. However, it does offer in-app purchases, which may unlock additional features or content.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2019-05-31

No release notes.

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