Tuning Helper
Tuner & Metronome
About
This app provides a chromatic tuner and metronome for string instruments. It supports various tuning systems and base frequencies, offering precise pitch sensitivity and customizable metronome settings with visual cues.
What's New in Tuning Helper
1.6.2
February 24, 2025
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FAQ
What instruments can I tune with Tuning Helper?
Tuning Helper is designed for string instruments, specifically mentioning violin, viola, cello, and guitar. It offers open string tone generation for these instruments.
Does Tuning Helper offer different tuning systems?
Yes, Tuning Helper supports Equal Temperament (Twelve Tone) and Pythagorean Temperament (Pure Perfect Fifths). This allows for flexibility in tuning preferences.
Can I customize the metronome in Tuning Helper?
Absolutely. Tuning Helper's metronome features three modes: Standard, Accented Downbeat, and five Common Rhythm Figures. You can set the tempo from 20 to 224 BPM and adjust accented downbeats from 0-8.
What base frequency standards does Tuning Helper support?
Tuning Helper supports Concert Pitch (A₄ æ 440 Hz), Baroque Pitch (A₄ æ 415 Hz), and Verdi Pitch (A₄ æ 432 Hz). It also allows for custom pitch calibration between 392-465 Hz.
How accurate is the tuner in Tuning Helper?
The chromatic tuner boasts fractional cent pitch sensitivity and amplitudinal sensitivity control. It features a unique rotating dodecagon with an amplitudinally responsive beaming garland for visual feedback.
Does Tuning Helper have ads?
No, Tuning Helper is ad-free. The application does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.
What devices is Tuning Helper available on?
Tuning Helper is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to work on Apple's mobile operating systems.
How often is Tuning Helper updated?
The app was last updated on February 24, 2025, with version 1.6.2. This indicates recent development and ongoing support for the application.
