SongScribe

SongScribe

Write, rehearse, play live

1 ratings
1 review
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 15, 2026
  • September 24, 2026

Features

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This app helps musicians write, practice, and perform songs. It allows inline chord placement with lyrics, offers performance mode with auto-scroll, and includes tools like a tuner and metronome. It supports various instruments and import/export formats, with offline functionality.

✓Inline chord placement with lyrics
✓Performance mode with auto-scroll
✓Chord builder with voicings
✓Multi-take audio recorder
✓Chromatic tuner and metronome
✓Import/export various formats
✓Offline by default functionality
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What's New in SongScribe

2.2

September 24, 2026

The recording screen got a rebuild in 2.2. Drag the playhead to any moment in a take. It lifts under your finger so you know you've got hold of it. Slow a take down to quarter speed or speed it up to double without changing its key. This works on layered takes too. Drop a marker while you listen and playback keeps going. Add a note later, like "good chorus idea" or "this is the bridge", and tap the marker to jump back to it. Markers stay on the right moment when you crop a take, and SongScribe tells you first if any would be lost. Layer, Trim, Loop and Marker now sit in one row that's always in reach. Performance Mode has a new speed rail you drag instead of tapping, and the screen stays awake while you play. Your settings now follow you between devices over iCloud. The full-screen fretboard now mirrors for left-handed players. Tap a .songscribe file in Files to open it straight in the app. Better on iPad: nothing slides under the sidebar anymore. With Lifetime, you can turn pages hands-free with a MIDI or Bluetooth footswitch, record in lossless quality, and mix your layers with a volume slider on each one and a master fader.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$19.95

SongScribe Lifetime

Unlimited songs & recordings. One payment.

User reviews

Amazing but…

Please add ability to delete folders because it’s driving me crazy. It only deletes songs in the folder.

Response from developer

Thanks for the review! I’m on it and should have the app update ready in a day or so.

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FAQ

What instruments does SongScribe support?

SongScribe supports chords designed for guitar, bass, ukulele, banjo, mandolin, and piano. The chord builder focuses on voicings and inversions relevant to these real instruments.

Can I use SongScribe offline?

Yes, SongScribe is offline by default. Your songs are stored locally on your device, and cloud backup is optional via services like iCloud, Dropbox, or Google Drive.

How does SongScribe help with live performance?

SongScribe features a Performance Mode with large text and auto-scroll for stage visibility. It also supports hands-free scrolling via MIDI or foot control, and offers a distraction-free fullscreen view.

What file formats can I import and export with SongScribe?

You can import ChordPro, text files, and PDFs. SongScribe allows exporting to PDF, ChordPro, plain text, and printable formats, offering flexible layouts for various uses.

Does SongScribe have ads?

No, SongScribe does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to be free with no clutter, focusing solely on providing the necessary tools for musicians.

What are the practice tools available in SongScribe?

SongScribe includes a chromatic tuner and a metronome with tap tempo functionality. It also offers helpful music theory aids like the circle of fifths and harmony tools.

How often is SongScribe updated?

The latest version of SongScribe is 2.0, which was last updated on April 12, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

What is the age rating for SongScribe?

SongScribe has an age rating of 4+. This means it is considered suitable for all ages, with no content restrictions.