Swarmandal
Indian harp for accompaniment
About
This app simulates the Indian swarmandal and tanpura instruments for Hindustani classical music. It allows users to play individual strings, set custom layouts, and explore thaats and raags with visual cues. Features like SmartPlay enable phrase generation and automatic deceleration.
What's New in Swarmandal
1.1
April 29, 2026
Major improvement to the tanpura sound
Subscriptions & In-App Purchases
$3.99
Premium Mode
Preset raags, create custom layouts with shruti support
FAQ
What is Swarmandal?
Swarmandal is a Hindustani classical music instrument app that simulates the swarmandal and tanpura. It allows users to play individual strings, set custom layouts, and explore thaats and raags.
Can I play Swarmandal in different keys?
Yes, you can set Sa anywhere from G#2 to A#3 across multiple octaves. The app reloads all sounds for the new key instantly, and the tanpura follows automatically.
How does Raag Mode work in Swarmandal?
In Raag Mode, strings are colored to show which notes belong to the aaroh (ascending) and avroh (descending) of the raag. You can play the pakad, aaroha, or avroha with a single swipe.
Does Swarmandal support microtones?
Yes, Swarmandal supports Shruti (microtone) for raags and custom layouts, allowing for more nuanced musical expression.
What is SmartPlay in Swarmandal?
SmartPlay allows you to swipe across the strings to play a phrase. The app detects your direction and velocity, then continues the sequence automatically, decelerating naturally.
What devices is Swarmandal available on?
Swarmandal is available for iPhone and iPad.
What is the age rating for Swarmandal?
Swarmandal has an age rating of 4+.
How often is Swarmandal updated?
The latest version is 1.1, released on April 29, 2026. The app was initially released on April 6, 2026.
