# SMPTE Score HD — frames : tempo : notation

> Calculates SMPTE timecode, tempo, and score length relationships. (iPhone/iPad app by Patrick Q. Kelly.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smpte-score-hd/id364627897 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Patrick Q. Kelly](https://appshunter.io/developer/310068987)
- Category: Photo & Video, Music
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smpte-score-hd/id364627897/reviews.md

## What is SMPTE Score HD?

SMPTE Score HD can calculate ALL relationship combinations of; SMPTE timecode, Tempo (beats per minute) and Score length (written measures).

Timecode formats supported:
- 23.976
- 24 fps
- 25 fps
- 29.97 non drop-frame
- 29.97d drop-frame
- 30 fps
- 50 fps
- 60 fps

SMPTE timecode is displayed in Hours : Minutes : Seconds : Frames.bits (bits go from .00 to .79)

Enter timecode in two ways:
- Enter your project timecode and have the real (wall) time automatically calculated.
- Enter the real (wall) time and have it instantly calculate your project timecode for that exact moment in time.

Timecode entered in 29.97d is always interpreted as real time and converted to the 29.97d format for that time. For example, when nine minutes is entered (when 29.97d is selected) 00:08:59;29.64 is displayed because this is the timecode when nine minutes in real time has actually passed.

The tempo range is from 5 to 300 beats per minute.

The time signatures range from one to twelve beats per bar, with regular or dotted note values getting the beat.

If you want to write a song 4 minutes long and at 108 beats per minute, it'll give you how many measures it needs to be (in a given time signature).

Likewise, given the number of measures, and the time you want it to take, it'll tell you how fast you need to play it. Or if you know how many measures it is and how fast you want to play it, SMPTE Score will tell you how long it will take.

You can also use it as a simple timecode converter - just select between the different timecodes.

After you find out that your score in 7/8 needs to be played at 170bpm, check out my other app "Maestro" to see how to conduct it.

## Key features

- SMPTE timecode calculation
- Tempo (BPM) calculation
- Score length calculation
- Multiple timecode formats
- Time signature support
- Timecode conversion


## Frequently asked questions about SMPTE Score HD

### What timecode formats does SMPTE Score HD support?

SMPTE Score HD supports a wide range of timecode formats including 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97 non-drop, 29.97 drop, 30, 50, and 60 fps. Timecode is displayed in Hours : Minutes : Seconds : Frames.bits, with bits ranging from .00 to .79.

### What is the tempo range for SMPTE Score HD?

The tempo range supported by SMPTE Score HD is from 5 to 300 beats per minute (BPM). This allows for a broad spectrum of musical compositions and synchronization needs.

### Can SMPTE Score HD help with music composition?

Yes, SMPTE Score HD can assist with music composition by calculating the number of measures needed for a specific song length and tempo, or by determining the required tempo for a given number of measures and desired duration. It also supports time signatures from one to twelve beats per bar.

### How does SMPTE Score HD handle drop-frame timecode?

When 29.97d (drop-frame) is selected, SMPTE Score HD interprets entered timecode as real time and converts it to the correct 29.97d format. For example, nine minutes of real time entered at 29.97d will display as 00:08:59;29.64.

### Is SMPTE Score HD available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, SMPTE Score HD is currently only supported on iPad devices. There is no information indicating availability on Android or other platforms.

### What is the price of SMPTE Score HD?

SMPTE Score HD is a paid application priced at $2.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscription models mentioned for this app.

### How often is SMPTE Score HD updated?

SMPTE Score HD was last updated on April 19, 2023, with version 6.1.1. The release date of the app was April 1, 2010, indicating it has received updates over a significant period.

### What is the age rating for SMPTE Score HD?

SMPTE Score HD has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content concerns.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.1.1 — 2023-04-19

Minor updates and stability improvements.

### 6.1 — 2022-04-21

Updated for compatibility and functionality.

### 6.0 — 2019-01-08

Updated for latest devices and iOS.

### 5.1 — 2015-10-07

Minor display improvements.

### 5.0 — 2015-02-27

Updated interface, other improvements.

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All apps by Patrick Q. Kelly: https://appshunter.io/developer/310068987

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