# Set List Maker — Song organizer for musicians

> Musician's tool for organizing songs, set lists, and on-stage electronics. (iPhone/iPad app by Arlo Leach.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/set-list-maker/id410496349 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Arlo Leach](https://appshunter.io/developer/353281976)
- Category: Music, Productivity
- Price: $19.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 87 App Store ratings · 232 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 43 MB
- Languages: French (France), German (Germany), American English, Danish, European Spanish, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian Bokmål, Dutch, Swedish and 1 more
- Released: 2010-12-21
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/set-list-maker/id410496349/reviews.md

## What is Set List Maker?

NOTE: We are no longer adding new features to Set List Maker. We recommend our newer product, BandHelper, for the latest design and functionality.

Set List Maker is a powerful organizational tool for musicians. With thousands of people around the world using the app in creative ways, the app is packed with features to manage your repertoire, control your on-stage electronics and share with your bandmates.

MORE THAN A DIGITAL SONGBOOK
Set List Maker can store your lyrics and chord charts, but it can also keep track of your rehearsal notes and serves as an archive of all your set lists. You can include multiple reference recordings for each song, slow down or pitch-shift recordings while practicing,* transpose chords with one touch, and make a quick recording if inspiration strikes.* Then design your own screen layouts to show the most important information in each setting you play in.

YOUR COMMAND CENTER ON STAGE
Set List Maker can display your lyrics with simple auto-scrolling or custom automation tracks,* play backing tracks and click tracks through separate audio ports or inter-app audio,* play videos,* and configure MIDI-compatible sound and lighting equipment as you move from song to song.* You can control Set List Maker with MIDI* or Bluetooth footswitches, and link together multiple devices for screen sharing or remote control on stage.*

KEEP YOUR BANDMATES IN THE LOOP
Set List Maker can can export databases and import them onto your bandmates' mobile devices so everyone has access to the latest songs, set lists, and details of upcoming shows. You can also email set lists in PDF or HTML format, or print good old paper set lists to keep it simple on stage.
 
Some advanced features (*) require an in-app purchase. For details, please visit the Set List Maker website, which also contains tutorials and demo videos to help with your purchase decision.

*** If you have a problem or a suggestion, please contact us before writing a bad review. We can't respond or help you if you publish your complaints in a review, but we respond promptly to all emails and posts in our support forum. ***

## Key features

- Store lyrics and chord charts
- Manage rehearsal notes and set lists
- Transpose chords and record audio
- Control on-stage electronics and lighting
- Play backing tracks and videos
- Share set lists with bandmates

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $19.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MIDI | $4.99 | one-time |
| Live Sharing | $4.99 | one-time |
| Automation Tracks | $3.99 | one-time |
| Videos | $2.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Audio | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Set List Maker?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 💻 Powerful features
- 🗂️ Excellent organization
- 🔍 Helpful search
- 🔔 Reliable notifications
- 🌟 Impressive customer support
- 🎶 Great for musicians
- 📱 Seamless mobile experience

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🔄 Sync issues
- 🔍 Inaccurate search
- 🤔 Confusing UI
- 🕰️ Slow performance
- 💰 Expensive upgrades

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Database corruption
- Missing songs after updates
- Midi issues
- Playback problems

**Most requested features**

- Bulk song import
- Customizable layouts
- Integrated chord/lyric editor
- Automatic scroll for lyrics
- Metronome integration
- Dropbox/iCloud sync

## Recent user reviews (10 of 232)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/set-list-maker/id410496349/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Been a great app. Has saved me multiple times

*2026-04-07*

I have been using this app for years to write my sets and have my lyrics on hand when I forget. It has saved me multiple times and helps with my confidence knowing that if I get forgetful or lost I can quickly touch my screen and get back on track with the right lyrics or chords. It is also seamless when sending out set lists to the band and printing set lists if you wanna go old school. The database is easy to share and archive. Great tool for a band and for singers.

### 5/5 — Perfect !

*2025-05-18*

Application parfaite pour chanter Live sur bande sons !!!!
Perfect, i love it ! Thank you Arlo Leech, you’re the Best.

### 5/5 — Almost perfect

*2025-05-12*

I have been using this app for 10 years. it is a little bit complicated at first, but once you wrap your head around it, it is one of the best at what it does which is simplify the process of a gigging musician. One feature that would move this app to a league of its own is a simplified way of creating your songs/set list on a computer, then importing it to your pad/phone. A simple PC app that you could use for song/database creation would be amazing. Kudos to Arlo for this amazing software.

**Developer response:** Our newer product, BandHelper, has a web interface that you can use to set up your data from a computer; then the data syncs automatically to your mobile devices.

### 5/5 — Great!

*2025-03-18, version 2025-02-21*

Great App. Excellent support. Rich feature set. Wish I’d found it sooner!

### 1/5 — Terrible Program Change Support

*2025-01-05, version 2024-10-23*

I tried this app last year to replace my setlist program in Korg Module.  It started off great as it was easy to import PDF’s and organize set lists. However, there are serious issues with sending MIDI program changes correctly.  The developer tried to assist, but we never solved the problem.  Just be aware that if you purchase this, don’t expect it to accurately send the correct MIDI program change to your devices.

Arlo…. Here is the ticket # TICKET 33371: CAN’T GET SET LIST MAKER TO WORK DEPENDABLY.

### 5/5 — Great app but could use one tweak

*2024-10-18*

This is the best app I’ve used for setlist and chord charts and I’ve used them all. My only suggestion would be on the iPhone version, when opening a song the clock goes away. I use my phone not just for charts but to keep track of time for the set. It’d be wonderful if there were a way to keep the time visible. Thanks!

**Developer response:** The only time the system clock is hidden is if you open a document full screen. If you want to keep the system clock visible, you can open documents at a size slightly smaller than full screen. You can also display a larger clock by adding the Current Time field to your layout.

### 1/5 — Terrible Program Change Support

*2024-09-04*

I tried this app last year to replace my setlist program in Korg Module.  It started off great as it was easy to import PDF’s and organize set lists. However, there are serious issues with sending MIDI program changes correctly.  The developer tried to assist, but we never solved the problem.  Just be aware that if you purchase this, don’t expect it to accurately send the correct MIDI program change to your devices.

**Developer response:** I don't see any help tickets from this time frame dealing with MIDI to a Korg device. We're not aware of any problems with sending MIDI accurately.

### 4/5 — Song title search

*2024-06-18*

search not acurate, try to fix please! thanks!

**Developer response:** Please contact us with examples of the problem: https://helpdesk.arlomedia.com/arlomedia/

### 5/5 — Frequent User

*2024-05-02*

I have been very happy with the App.  Support on the couple of times I have needed it has been swift and accurate.  Does exactly what it is supposed to do and provides more than adequate functionality for my needs as a gigging musician with constantly changing and updating sets with multiple bands.

### 1/5 — Used to be great.

*2024-02-03*

Response to developer: Just because you announce something six months in advance does not make it right. You have changed your original product and its functionality (as many have paid for) in order to force people to move to another product with a monthly subscription. It’s wrong. When Bandhelper reaches is it saturation what next? Update: What a scam! Create a great app, get everyone to buy it, and then make it worse so you are pushed to buy his other app with a monthly subscription fee. Guess it wasn’t working that well because now he takes away syncing which is what buyers have already paid for. The price of this app has also gone way up - I’m sure to force you to do the same. I will not buy BAND HELPER for this reason and encourage others to do the same. I will be filing a complaint with Apple. Feels like extortion to me. ————————- This used to be the greatest program - worthy of awards. I have recommended it to many musician friends and colleagues. With the latest major upgrade I now hate it and it seems to be the consensus with those that I have spoken with. The problem with the latest version is that too much time is spent on unnecessary configuration and formatting. That's what programmers are for. The whole look and operation is now uncomfortable. What used to be a no-brainer, simple to use program now requires a learning curve. Not that I can't figure it out, but I find myself spending way too much time trying to configure the software and it takes time away from what it's really all about - the music. I have been using the new version for weeks now and I still get frustrated at every gig. The fact that you need to watch videos to learn it and are instructed to do so speaks volumes. We all finally decided at our last gig to ditch it. What a shame. I will probably still archive my lyrics and music library here but can no longer recommended it for the performing musician. Back to printed set lists for a while. There is a lot here but much is really unnecessary for most performing musicians. Ideally, I would like to see the old version come back and then offer this version for those who have the need, desire and patience to spend the time it takes. I have a lot of respect for Arlo Leach and his programming abilities but this version is more about the programming than the music. As the old saying goes "if it ain't broke don't fix it." I need a Set List Maker!

**Developer response:** When I announced the discontinuation of the cloud-based sync function, I offered a free database import/export function in its place, or the option of a discount when upgrading to BandHelper, with its more comprehensive sync functions. All good software evolves, sometimes features are removed and sometimes prices go up. Calling that a "scam" or "extortion" seems over the top considering all the features that have been added for free over the years and continue to be added.

## Frequently asked questions about Set List Maker

### What does Set List Maker do?

Set List Maker is a powerful organizational tool for musicians. It helps you manage your song repertoire, store lyrics and chord charts, keep track of rehearsal notes, and archive all your set lists. It also offers features for controlling on-stage electronics and sharing information with bandmates.

### What are the key features of Set List Maker?

Key features include storing lyrics and chord charts, managing rehearsal notes, archiving set lists, transposing chords, recording audio, controlling on-stage electronics like sound and lighting, playing backing tracks and videos, and sharing set lists with bandmates via export or email.

### Is Set List Maker free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but some advanced features require an in-app purchase. These advanced features are marked with an asterisk (*) in the description and are necessary for functionalities like slowing down or pitch-shifting recordings, playing backing tracks through separate audio ports, and configuring MIDI equipment.

### What devices is Set List Maker compatible with?

The description implies compatibility with mobile devices, as it mentions sharing databases onto bandmates' mobile devices and controlling the app with Bluetooth footswitches. Specific operating system compatibility (iOS/Android) is not detailed but is standard for mobile applications.

### How can Set List Maker help me during a live performance?

During a live performance, Set List Maker can act as your command center. It can display lyrics with auto-scrolling, play backing tracks and click tracks, play videos, and control MIDI-compatible sound and lighting equipment. You can also control the app with footswitches and link multiple devices for screen sharing or remote control.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026-06-29 — 2026-06-30

• Updated the Bluetooth input code for more reliable foot switch connections on iOS 26.

### 2026-06-15 — 2026-06-15

• Stopped warning about annotations saved with the old format. That warning is over 10 years old, so any annotations still not updated are probably broken and will be deleted.

### 2026-03-04 — 2026-03-04

• Fixed a crash when an external display is connected.

### 2026-03-03 — 2026-03-03

• Fixed a problem that prevented sharing a file from another app to BandHelper.

### 2026-02-27 — 2026-03-01

• Updated the Tempo field to support fractional bpm values entered with a comma as the decimal delimiter on devices that use a comma as the decimal delimiter.

• Tightened the decay on some of the tempo click sounds to reduce the sensation of a reverb effect.

• Implemented code updates required by upcoming iOS versions.

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