# SongBook+ — Lyrics, scores, playback, MIDI > Digital songbook for musicians with lyrics, scores, and playback management. (iPhone/iPad app by BauM-Software Matthias Bauer.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/songbook-plus/id447755419 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [BauM-Software Matthias Bauer](https://appshunter.io/developer/447755422) - Category: Music, Productivity - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.40/5 from 155 App Store ratings · 96 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 42 MB - Languages: American English, Czech, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Slovenian, European Spanish - Released: 2011-07-20 - Data updated: 2026-09-03 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/songbook-plus/id447755419/reviews.md ## What is SongBook+? SongBook+ is the digital songbook for musicians who want to use lyrics, sheet music, setlists, backing tracks, videos, and MIDI features reliably on iPad, iPhone, or Mac. Whether you practice privately, play as a hobby musician, perform solo with a keyboard, sing with backing tracks, play in a cover band, or manage a large repertoire: SongBook+ helps you prepare your songs clearly and access them quickly whenever you need them. SongBook+ can be used free of charge with up to 15 songs. For larger repertoires, the full version can be unlocked via in-app purchase or subscription. Note: SongBook+ does not include ready-made lyrics, sheet music, backing tracks, or other files. The app is used to display, organize, and play back your own files. For lyrics, sheet music, and setlists: - Display PDF, TXT, images, LRC, and ChordPro - Create playlists and live setlists - Search, sort, tag, and organize songs in multiple books - Add annotations, chords, symbols, highlights, and handwritten notes - Turn pages or scroll smoothly - Turn pages or scroll automatically - Record the song position with your finger and play it back later in karaoke style - Import lyrics from MIDI and MP3 files - Photograph lyrics and sheet music with the camera and convert them to PDFs For backing tracks, audio, and video: - Play MP3, WAV, AIFF, and M4A files - Use up to 5 stereo audio files in sync - Mixer with volume controls and equalizer globally and per song - Global balance/pan controls and assignment of audio channels to external audio outputs - Use separate audio outputs with external hardware, for example for click tracks - Play MIDI files through external sound modules - Play karaoke videos directly on the iPad - Output videos matching the song to an external monitor or projector - Use loops for audio, MIDI, and video files - Play jingles - Fade out audio smoothly For MIDI and live performance: - Recall keyboard registrations when opening a song - Send MIDI commands when opening, starting, stopping, or closing a song - Remote-control SongBook+ via MIDI or foot pedal - Trigger custom MIDI commands with configurable buttons in the document - Connect multiple iPads wirelessly and open songs in sync - Preselect the next song while the current song is still running - Use MIDI monitor, MIDI macros, MIDI routing, and MIDI THRU More practical features: - Use portrait or landscape orientation - Night mode with inverted colors - Visual and/or audible metronome - Connect and rotate an external monitor if needed - Music log for reporting to GEMA, SUISA, and other organizations - Back up, restore, export, and share data - Use multiple separate books, for example one book per band or project SongBook+ is made for musicians who want to stay in control of their repertoire: while practicing, rehearsing, teaching, in the studio, and especially live on stage. In-app purchases and sponsoring: SongBook+ can be used free of charge with up to 15 songs. For larger repertoires, the full version can be unlocked via in-app purchase or subscription. In addition, satisfied users can optionally support ongoing development and support through voluntary sponsoring. Sponsoring is not required to use the full version. Information about privacy, terms of use, and in-app purchases is available here: https://www.songbookplus.com/privacy-terms-conditions ## Key features - Manage songs with search and sort - View lyrics and sheet music - Play audio and MIDI files - Control MIDI devices - Create playlists - Handwrite and annotate documents - Foot pedal control ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | BRONZE sponsor (monthly) | $0.99 | per month | | BRONZE sponsor (yearly) | $11.49 | per year | | SILVER sponsor (monthly) | $1.99 | per month | | SILVER sponsor (yearly) | $22.99 | per year | | GOLD sponsor (monthly) | $3.99 | per month | | GOLD sponsor (yearly) | $45.99 | per year | | Full version (monthly) | $1.99 | per month | | Full version (yearly) | $20.49 | per year | **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Full version | $49.99 | one-time | | Updates +5 years | $49.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of SongBook+? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 👍 Versatile and feature-rich - 👍 Excellent for managing music repertoire - 👍 Reliable for live performances - 👍 Seamless MIDI integration with keyboards - 👍 Great for organizing lyrics and chords - 👍 Good value for money (for some users) - 👍 Responsive and helpful support - 👍 Intuitive for experienced users - 👍 Robust and stable for on-stage use - 👍 Replaces physical music binders - 👍 Useful for professional musicians - 👍 Good for backing tracks and charts - 👍 Photo to PDF feature is killer - 👍 Works well with external devices (e.g., AirTurn) - 👍 Regular updates and feature additions - 👍 User-friendly for experienced users - 👍 Fast import and export functions - 👍 Can control effects and amplifiers via MIDI **Cons** - 😞 Steep learning curve for some - 😞 Expensive for some users - 😞 Can be complex to set up - 😞 Some users find the UI difficult to navigate - 😞 Limited functionality in free version - 😞 Requires purchase of full version for full features - 😞 Some users report issues with iCloud storage - 😞 Not intuitive for beginners - 😞 Some users feel it's overpriced - 😞 Occasional issues with purchase restoration - 😞 Some users report it's too complicated - 😞 Can be difficult to configure MIDI settings - 😞 Some users feel it's a rip-off due to recurring payments or updates requiring repurchase - 😞 White background can be bright on stage **Commonly reported bugs** - App freezes when switching to other apps on iPad Pro - Dropbox import hangs after a few songs - Crashes during live performance (video playback) - Full version won't open after purchase - Last page of songs not accessible - Update forces repurchase of the app - App resets to demo mode after update - Issues with purchase restoration - App crashes iPad 2 during songs - Cannot share all content with another device - MIDI issues with specific devices (e.g., PA4x, Genos2, Roland VAccordion) - App not showing in settings - Importing from iCloud not working for some - Cannot edit or change font size of songs **Most requested features** - Fade out for MP3 files - Phone number for support - Option to change background color - Ability to copy playlists - Sort criteria option on the left side - Song scrolling without song option (for metronome) - Improvement for iPad Pro stability when switching apps - Better explanation for MIDI configuration - ChordPro format import - Dark mode option - More intuitive UI for beginners - Option to not open blank PDF pages - Wireless/MIDI selection of songs on accordion - Annotation feature ## Recent user reviews (10 of 96) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/songbook-plus/id447755419/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Ketron SD 40 *2026-07-13* On ne peut pas configurer l’adressage midi, sans une explication claire. Un tuto existe pour l’ Audra, mais pas pour le SD 40. On ne peut pas vous joindre ? ### 5/5 — Einfach nur mega und immer wieder Updates mit neuen Funktionen 💫 *2026-05-28* Liebe SongBook-Entwickler! Ja, die laufenden Gebühren für dieses Produkt sind gerechtfertigt, denn dadurch bleibt die Anwendung nie stehen und erfreut mich immer wieder, so dass ich bisher seit ca. 15 Jahren nie das Gefühl hatte, ich müsste mich nach etwas anderem umschauen. Und … nein … ich werde für diese Bewertung nicht bezahlt oder wurde dafür engagiert. Man kann auch einfach mal so eine Rückmeldung geben, die natürlich auch eine Motivation an das SongBook-Team sein soll, nicht nachzulassen. DANKESCHÖN 🙏 **Developer response:** Vielen Dank für die Bewertung. Solche Rückmeldungen motivieren uns sehr. ### 1/5 — Pure junk. Total turd. *2026-04-03, version 6.5.3* A good app is intuitive from the start. This is not a good app. Can quickly tell the developer cares more about making money than making a useful app for musicians. You should be able to add a format a song within moments and without any tutorial. Not the case here. I play in a cover band with a growing catalog of 100 plus tunes. Need an app to arrange set lists that have notes, chords, lyrics for many songs that’s easy for current and short notice substitute musicians to reference. This ain’t it. Can’t wait to see the goofball developers response. Shame on them for trying to take musicians money without even offering a decent product first. Total joke. ### 1/5 — Utilisation *2026-02-15* Bloqué ### 5/5 — Genos2 versus iPad Pro versus Songbook+ *2026-02-12, version 6.5.2* I think Songbook+ what I know of it is really Brilliant when you install it onto an iPad Pro and use the iPad Pro to communicate directional with a Genos2 Keyboard and the iPad Pro. However, I needed help from songbook+ the other day so I asked for a help ticker at songbook and yes they sent me a help ticket, the problem was that I suspect it was in German. Wouldn’t it be easier to simply advertise a phone number so that anyone could talk about the problem you have. Thanks ### 5/5 — Professionelles sehr zuverlässiges Noten Leseprogramm mit sehr gutem Support *2026-01-17* Es gibt mittlerweile viele Noten Darstellungs Programme. SongBook+ wirkt vom Design hier etwas altbacken aber genau das ist auch das gute an dem Programm. Ich benutze das Programm als Profi Musiker auf einem iPad Pro und habe es tatsächlich geschafft eine ältere Version von SongBook auf einem iPad 4 als Backup zu installieren und mit der selben Lizenz freizuschalten. Super, das spart wirklich Geld. Nachdem ich den Support wegen der fehlenden Funktion in Notizen angeschrieben hatte, kam kurze Zeit später tatsächlich ein Update mit der gewünschten Funktion, die beim Notizen machen natürlich sehr hilfreich ist. Wow Wichtig ist für mich auch, dass Import und Exportfunktion zwischen iPad und Mac vielseitig und gut funktionieren. Perfekt. ### 5/5 — Das beste Programm für Musiker *2026-01-14* Ich nutze das Programm seit einigen Jahren und bin total zufrieden und immer wieder begeistert! Auch der Support ist ausgezeichnet! Ich kann das Programm uneingeschränkt jeden empfehlen der gerne musiziert!!! ### 1/5 — yikes *2026-01-10* 🫩 **Developer response:** I am the developer of SongBook+ and I am absolutely never disrespectful or rude to customers! Some customers are unhappy about the 5 years limited updates, here it is explained: https://baumsoftware.freshdesk.com/en/support/solutions/articles/17000095143-why-are-updates-to-songboook-no-longer-free-after-5-years- ### 1/5 — Terrible app. No proper instruction. *2025-07-21, version 6.4.1* You can only use it with data stored on your device. I have numerous MP4. And backing tracks that have scores on. This app will run them but it's taking up all my Storage on my device to do so. Got no help from their support when I requested a refund. Because it's not fit for use for what I require. I have more than 500 GB of files that I want to access. I can't run a live gig from iCloud storage. Disappointing because I am happy to pay if it did what I required. ### 5/5 — 100% Satisfait *2025-06-06* Bonjour, j’utilise SongBook+ depuis de nombreuses années, suis accordéoniste et gère mon répertoire de partitions, SB+ envoie les Program Change et les MSB vers mes instruments qui se positionnent automatiquement sur les performances/Registrations prêtes à jouer… Il est aisé de préparer une « playlist » en amont de chaque prestation. Cette application ne m’a jamais laissé tomber … Merci au développeur. Un fidèle utilisateur 😃👍 ## Frequently asked questions about SongBook+ ### What does SongBook+ do? SongBook+ is a digital songbook application designed for musicians. It allows you to manage your songs, including lyrics, sheet music, playbacks, MIDI files, and videos, making them easily accessible for performances. The app also offers extensive control over MIDI devices and playback features. ### What are the key features of SongBook+? Key features include managing songs with advanced search and sort options, viewing various file formats for lyrics and sheet music, playing audio and MIDI files, controlling MIDI devices, creating playlists, annotating documents, and using foot pedal control. It also supports karaoke videos and has a loop function. ### How much does SongBook+ cost? SongBook+ is free to download, but the basic version is limited to one book with 15 songs. You can unlock the full version, removing this restriction, through an in-app purchase. Sponsorship options are also available for ongoing support and updates. ### What kind of files can I use with SongBook+? You can view lyrics and sheet music in formats like PDF, TXT, PNG, JPG, TIF, and ChordPro. For playbacks, it supports MP3, WAV, AIFF, and M4A. Karaoke videos can be played in MOV, MP4, MPV, 3GP, and M4V formats. MIDI files are also supported. ### Who is SongBook+ for? This app is ideal for musicians who perform live and need a convenient way to organize and access their song library. It's particularly useful for those who use lyrics, sheet music, backing tracks, or MIDI controllers during their performances. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 6.6.1 — 2026-07-24 ********** IMPORTANT! If you bought the full version of SongBook+ more than 5 years ago and you want to keep using it free of charge, then DO NOT INSTALL THIS UPDATE (6.5.x)! Otherwise, the update will turn SongBook+ back into a demo version, and you will have to reactivate the full version by means of in-app purchasing or a monthly or yearly subscription. (The cut-off point is a purchase date prior to July 1, 2021. If you have a sponsoring subscription, you will not be affected.) ********** Changes in version 6.6.1: - Improved offline license verification - Further performance optimizations for external displays, automatic image quality, and an adjustable refresh rate of up to 30 FPS Changes in version 6.6.0: - Lyrics import with chords and syllable positions now also with proportional font - Mixer with balance controls for audio files - Mixer can restore original volumes of MIDI channels - Extended function button actions for keyboard control, MIDI Bank Select/Program Change, MIDI NRPN and links - MIDI Program Change values can be displayed as either 0-127 or 1-128 - Status LEDs in the toolbar, controllable via MIDI or foot pedal - SongBook to SongBook connection now also synchronizes tag filters and status LEDs - Tags with special functions for full-screen video and exceptions from numbering in playlists - Easier insertion of MIDI macros when recording actions during playback - External monitor display with adjustable quality and refresh rate - In scroll mode, the spacing between pages can be disabled - List view with icons for linked audio, MIDI and video files - New list view variants with large title, optionally with tempo or book - Song tempo and metronome tempo are shown together - Page turns optionally work even when the song preselection list is open - Actions in MIDI macros, function buttons and action lists can be sorted by drag and drop - Improved autocomplete for artist and genres - Wireless MIDI client can connect by device name instead of IP address - MIDI import with a choice between XF and ChordPro chords - Improved list printing function ### 6.6.0 — 2026-07-20 ********** IMPORTANT! If you bought the full version of SongBook+ more than 5 years ago and you want to keep using it free of charge, then DO NOT INSTALL THIS UPDATE (6.5.x)! Otherwise, the update will turn SongBook+ back into a demo version, and you will have to reactivate the full version by means of in-app purchasing or a monthly or yearly subscription. (The cut-off point is a purchase date prior to July 1, 2021. If you have a sponsoring subscription, you will not be affected.) ********** Changes in version 6.6.0: - Lyrics import with chords and syllable positions now also with proportional font - Mixer with balance controls for audio files - Mixer can restore original volumes of MIDI channels - Extended function button actions for keyboard control, MIDI Bank Select/Program Change, MIDI NRPN and links - MIDI Program Change values can be displayed as either 0-127 or 1-128 - Status LEDs in the toolbar, controllable via MIDI or foot pedal - SongBook to SongBook connection now also synchronizes tag filters and status LEDs - Tags with special functions for full-screen video and exceptions from numbering in playlists - Easier insertion of MIDI macros when recording actions during playback - External monitor display with adjustable quality and refresh rate - In scroll mode, the spacing between pages can be disabled - List view with icons for linked audio, MIDI and video files - New list view variants with large title, optionally with tempo or book - Song tempo and metronome tempo are shown together - Page turns optionally work even when the song preselection list is open - Actions in MIDI macros, function buttons and action lists can be sorted by drag and drop - Improved autocomplete for artist and genres - Wireless MIDI client can connect by device name instead of IP address - MIDI import with a choice between XF and ChordPro chords - Improved list printing function ### 6.5.3 — 2026-02-15 ********** IMPORTANT! If you bought the full version of SongBook+ more than 5 years ago and you want to keep using it free of charge, then DO NOT INSTALL THIS UPDATE (6.5.x)! Otherwise, the update will turn SongBook+ back into a demo version, and you will have to reactivate the full version by means of in-app purchasing or a monthly or yearly subscription. (The cut-off point is a purchase date prior to November 1, 2020. If you have a sponsoring subscription, you will not be affected.) ********** Changes in version 6.5.3: - On-screen keyboard covers text editor (ChordPro + text files) - Crash when manually moving playlist entries - Display problem when turning keyboard foot pedal on/off in settings Changes in version 6.5.2: - Support for ChordPro files and MIDI files with right-to-left text improved - Fixed issue with flickering metronome when displaying time in song simultaneously Changes in version 6.5.1: - Button with preselected song was too small to display the song title in version 6.5.0 - Support for ChordPro files and MIDI files with right-to-left text - MIDI macros can now also be inserted in “Actions during playback” when recording MIDI events Changes in version 6.5.0: - Undo/redo function for annotations - Soft stop and fade-out for audio player - Multiple selection with "bulk edit" functions for selected songs - Edit Chordpro files directly in SongBook - Edit TXT files directly in SongBook - Context menu in songs in playlists (copy/move into other playlist) - Bluetooth LE menu now also in the MIDI button - Manual zoom can be disabled in settings - Audio track of video player can be disabled in settings - MIDI CC in selection list with additional controller labels - MIDI Note On/Off in selection list with various note labels ### 6.5.2 — 2026-01-28 ********** IMPORTANT! If you bought the full version of SongBook+ more than 5 years ago and you want to keep using it free of charge, then DO NOT INSTALL THIS UPDATE (6.5.x)! Otherwise, the update will turn SongBook+ back into a demo version, and you will have to reactivate the full version by means of in-app purchasing or a monthly or yearly subscription. (The cut-off point is a purchase date prior to November 1, 2020. If you have a sponsoring subscription, you will not be affected.) ********** Changes in version 6.5.2: - Support for ChordPro files and MIDI files with right-to-left text improved - Fixed issue with flickering metronome when displaying time in song simultaneously Changes in version 6.5.1: - Button with preselected song was too small to display the song title in version 6.5.0 - Support for ChordPro files and MIDI files with right-to-left text - MIDI macros can now also be inserted in “Actions during playback” when recording MIDI events Changes in version 6.5.0: - Undo/redo function for annotations - Soft stop and fade-out for audio player - Multiple selection with "bulk edit" functions for selected songs - Edit Chordpro files directly in SongBook - Edit TXT files directly in SongBook - Context menu in songs in playlists (copy/move into other playlist) - Bluetooth LE menu now also in the MIDI button - Manual zoom can be disabled in settings - Audio track of video player can be disabled in settings - MIDI CC in selection list with additional controller labels - MIDI Note On/Off in selection list with various note labels ### 6.5.1 — 2026-01-09 ********** IMPORTANT! If you bought the full version of SongBook+ more than 5 years ago and you want to keep using it free of charge, then DO NOT INSTALL THIS UPDATE (6.5.x)! Otherwise, the update will turn SongBook+ back into a demo version, and you will have to reactivate the full version by means of in-app purchasing or a monthly or yearly subscription. (The cut-off point is a purchase date prior to November 1, 2020. If you have a sponsoring subscription, you will not be affected.) ********** Changes in version 6.5.1: - Button with preselected song was too small to display the song title in version 6.5.0 - Support for ChordPro files and MIDI files with right-to-left text - MIDI macros can now also be inserted in “Actions during playback” when recording MIDI events Changes in version 6.5.0: - Undo/redo function for annotations - Soft stop and fade-out for audio player - Multiple selection with "bulk edit" functions for selected songs - Edit Chordpro files directly in SongBook - Edit TXT files directly in SongBook - Context menu in songs in playlists (copy/move into other playlist) - Bluetooth LE menu now also in the MIDI button - Manual zoom can be disabled in settings - Audio track of video player can be disabled in settings - MIDI CC in selection list with additional controller labels - MIDI Note On/Off in selection list with various note labels ## Apps similar to SongBook+ | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [SongSheet Pro: Setlist helper](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/songsheet-pro-setlist-helper/id581094194) | 4.7 (2,679) | Free | Music | | [Smule: Sing, Duet & Record](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smule-sing-duet-and-record/id509993510) | 4.5 (180,393) | Free | Music | | [Chord ai - Play any song!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chord-ai-play-any-song/id1446177109) | 4.6 (5,902) | Free | Music | | [Singa: Sing Karaoke](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/singa-sing-karaoke/id802874608) | 4.4 (378) | Free | Music | | [SoundHound∞ - Music Discovery](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundhound-music-discovery/id284972998) | 4.9 (12,178) | $6.99 | Music | | [StarMaker-Sing Karaoke Songs](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starmaker-sing-karaoke-songs/id342138881) | 4.6 (107,036) | Free | Music | ## Related topics [songsheet pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/songsheet-pro) · [song book](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/song-book) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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