# Simple Balalaika Tuner - Precise Chromatic Tuner

> Fast, accurate chromatic tuner for all balalaika types using the built-in microphone. (iPhone/iPad app by Ullrich Vormbrock.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-balalaika-tuner-precise-chromatic-tuner/id1135724767 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ullrich Vormbrock](https://appshunter.io/developer/994848883)
- Category: Music, Utilities, Music
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), German (Germany), Hindi, Italian, Japanese, European Portuguese, Russian, European Spanish and 1 more
- Released: 2017-08-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-balalaika-tuner-precise-chromatic-tuner/id1135724767/reviews.md

## What is Simple Balalaika Tuner?

Really a must-have: this chromatic balalaika tuner is very fast, accurate and recognizes all strings using the built-in mic! Easy and perfect fine-tuning for all balalaika types: Prima, Piccolo, Secunda, Tenor, etc.

This app is developed by a musician and electrical engineer, thus it combines high usability and cutting-edge signal processing. 

Simple Balalaika Tuner is easy to use and provides an aesthetic and customizable user interface.

Features:

+ Default balalaika: Prima (E4-E4-A4 tuning).
+ Tone accuracy: +/- 1.0 cents
+ Large frequency range (22 Hz to 1000 Hz).
+ Gauge view of the detected tone (semitone) and octave.
+ Tuning by ear.
+ Free user support.
+ Developed for the iPhone and iPad.

In-App-Purchase:
+ Extension for all kinds of balalaika and tunings. (Piccolo, Secunda, Tenor, Bass, etc.).
+ String Protection: warning when tuning is out of range (prevents over-tightening of balalaika strings) 
+ Calibration: 430 – 500 Hz (0.1 Hz-steps)
+ Sensitivity: choose between 5 different values (from very low to very high)
+ Display of exact frequency (in Hz).
+ Display of frequency deviation (in Hz, marked by up/down arrow).
+ Spectral view (FFT – visualization of overtones).
+ Time-domain view (autocorrelation).
+ Configurable user interface (8 different themes).


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MORE:
In the case that you experience crashes (or other inconveniences) with this app, please contact me (before you give a low rating to this app) - you may use the following contact form:
http://www.simpleukuleletuner.com/support.html
where you can describe the issue.
Thanks in advance!

## Key features

- Accurate chromatic tuning
- Built-in microphone detection
- Supports all balalaika types
- Customizable user interface
- Tone accuracy +/- 1.0 cents
- Large frequency range

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Balalaika | $0.99 | one-time |
| Signal Plus | $0.99 | one-time |
| All In One | $1.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Simple Balalaika Tuner

### What balalaika types does Simple Balalaika Tuner support?

Simple Balalaika Tuner supports the default Prima balalaika tuning (E4-E4-A4). Additional tunings for Piccolo, Secunda, Tenor, Bass, and other types are available via an in-app purchase.

### How accurate is Simple Balalaika Tuner?

The app boasts a tone accuracy of +/- 1.0 cents, ensuring precise tuning. It also features a large frequency range from 22 Hz to 1000 Hz.

### Can Simple Balalaika Tuner help prevent string damage?

Yes, the 'String Protection' feature, available through an in-app purchase, provides a warning when tuning is out of range, helping to prevent over-tightening of balalaika strings.

### What devices is Simple Balalaika Tuner available on?

Simple Balalaika Tuner is developed for iPhone and iPad devices, offering a seamless experience for Apple users.

### Does Simple Balalaika Tuner offer advanced tuning features?

Yes, in-app purchases unlock advanced features such as calibration (430-500 Hz), sensitivity adjustment (5 values), display of exact frequency (Hz), frequency deviation, spectral view (FFT), and time-domain view.

### What is the user interface like in Simple Balalaika Tuner?

The app provides an aesthetic and customizable user interface with 8 different themes available through an in-app purchase. It also includes a gauge view of the detected tone and octave.

### How often is Simple Balalaika Tuner updated?

The app was last updated on August 21, 2017, to version 1.1. It was initially released on August 14, 2017.

### What is the age rating for Simple Balalaika Tuner?

Simple Balalaika Tuner has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2017-08-21

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- new ad provider
- banner only (no longer interstitials)
- new splash screen

### 1.0 — 2017-08-14

No release notes.

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