# Tuniversal > Woodwind and brass practice tool with tuner, metronome, scales, and pitch pipe. (iPhone/iPad app by Peter Hallett.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tuniversal/id1148917664 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Peter Hallett](https://appshunter.io/developer/1075742558) - Category: Music, Utilities - Price: Free - Rating: 4.30/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 14 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2016-09-27 - Data updated: 2026-06-01 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tuniversal/id1148917664/reviews.md ## What is Tuniversal? At last, a tuner app and practise tool that does not assume we are all guitar players! Tuniversal has been crafted to meet the needs of players of woodwind and brass instruments. No ads, sign-up or in app purchases! Tuniversal has 6 modes: (1) automatic tuner, (2) scale practise, (3) long note practise, (4) intervals practice, (5) metronome and (6) pitch pipe. Tuner: * Play a note, and Tuniversal will automatically detect the note you are playing and show if you are sharp or flat * Swipe between graphs showing the frequency of your note and the volume * Use this mode when you want Tuniversal to show if you are in tune. Scales, arpeggios, thirds and intervals: * Choose any key and scale type (major, harmonic minor, melodic minor, natural minor or chromatic) * Choose your practise mode (scales, thirds, arpeggios, intervals) and start note within the key * Tuniversal will count you in, show your chosen scale or notes, and track your pitch as you play * When you have finished, Tuniversal will score you for accuracy * You can also listen to your selected scale, thirds, intervals or arpeggio - great for training your ear. Just long press the play button! Long note practise: * Choose a note, the time you want to hold the note and dynamics (crescendo, decrescendo, swell or constant volume) * When you finish playing, Tuniversal will score you for accuracy in both dynamics and pitch! * Important: for best results, calibrate your loud and soft notes using the volume calibration feature under "settings" * Aim to keep your volume within the lines shown, whilst maintaining accurate pitch and a great tone. Pitch pipe: swipe to choose a note on the staff, and hit play to hear it. Use this mode to tune by ear. Metronome: set tempo using slider or tapping on the screen. Choose between traditional swinging metronome display or flashing metronome Settings: You can adjust: * Frequency of A: use this if your band or orchestra tunes to a frequency other than standard A440. You might also adjust the frequency of A if you are playing with a piano that has been tuned sharp or flat. * Your instrument : Tuniversal will automatically transpose the note played, based on your instrument choice. If you select a transposing instrument, the concert pitch note is also shown. Tuniversal will automatically adjust to the range and clef of your chosen instrument. * Volume calibration: Tuniversal will calculate the volume of your loud and soft notes, and use this information to score your long note practise * Tuning system: equal temperament or just intonation. See our website for more information! * Microphone sensitivity: Adjust to select how loud you must play for Universal to track your pitch. Set to “high” or “very high” if Tuniversal does not detect your playing. In noisy settings you might want to select “low” or “very low”. * Player skill: adjust to your ability. For beginners, Tuniversal will score your playing leniently. But for professionals, Tuniversal expects a high level of accuracy! * Centre frequency graph: You can tap on the frequency graph in tuner mode to clear and re-centre the graph. The graph will automatically centre on the frequency played, or tap to re-centre the graph on the note you have selected in "settings". * Force dark mode: You can choose to run the app in dark or light mode. * Headset mic: If you use Tuniversal with a headset, select whether you want to use the device mic or headset mic * Reset to defaults: Resets all settings ## Key features - Automatic chromatic tuner - Scale and interval practice - Long note practice with dynamics - Metronome with tempo adjustment - Pitch pipe for ear training - Instrument transposition support - Customizable tuning systems ## Recent user reviews (3 of 3) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tuniversal/id1148917664/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Amazing *2023-09-24, version 3.9.8* It is so awesome! You can choose your instrument, for mine it is Alto Sax. It has not just a runner but a metronome, too. I just wish that in the practice we can pick what to practice. ### 5/5 — Good *2018-12-10, version 3.7.8* This is a good app for trumpet I don’t know for any other instruments if it’s the same but this is a good app. ### 5/5 — Accurate and easy to use *2016-11-13* I play the oboe in my local orchestra and I love this app. Pit mode also looks like a great feature and I look forward to trying it in my next show. Thank you for making an affordable, accurate and reliable app! ## Frequently asked questions about Tuniversal ### What instruments is Tuniversal designed for? Tuniversal is specifically crafted to meet the needs of players of woodwind and brass instruments, unlike many tuner apps that assume guitar players. ### Does Tuniversal have ads? No, Tuniversal is completely ad-free. It also does not require any sign-up or in-app purchases, offering a seamless experience. ### Can Tuniversal be used for ear training? Yes, Tuniversal includes a pitch pipe mode where you can listen to individual notes on the staff, which is great for training your ear. You can also listen to scales, thirds, intervals, or arpeggios. ### How does Tuniversal handle different tuning frequencies? Tuniversal allows you to adjust the frequency of A (A440 standard) in its settings. This is useful if your band or orchestra tunes to a different frequency or if a piano is tuned sharp or flat. ### What practice modes does Tuniversal offer? Tuniversal offers six modes: automatic tuner, scale practice, long note practice, intervals practice, metronome, and pitch pipe. Each mode is designed to help musicians improve specific skills. ### How does Tuniversal score my playing? Tuniversal scores your accuracy in scale, arpeggio, and interval practice. For long note practice, it scores both pitch accuracy and dynamics, provided you calibrate your volume settings. ### Can Tuniversal adapt to transposing instruments? Yes, you can select your instrument in the settings, and Tuniversal will automatically transpose the notes played. It also shows the concert pitch note and adjusts to the range and clef of your chosen instrument. ### What tuning systems does Tuniversal support? Tuniversal supports two tuning systems: equal temperament and just intonation. More information about these systems can be found on their website. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.9.8 — 2020-01-28 Supports dark mode. Bug fixes and tweaks. ### 3.9 — 2019-02-02 New - add custom instruments Miscellaneous fixes and improvements ### 3.7.8 — 2017-12-16 Minor tweaks New 1/4 time signature in metronome ### 3.7.7 — 2017-10-31 iPhone X support New option in settings - select whether to display sharps or flats in tuner mode ### 3.7.5 — 2017-10-24 Bluetooth support New: soprano sax Increased bass instrument range Miscellaneous tweaks ## Apps similar to Tuniversal | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Tuner T1](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tuner-t1/id453056916) | 4.5 (9,110) | Free | Music | | [Metronome Tuner \| Practice+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metronome-tuner-practice-plus/id858142974) | 4.4 (2,696) | Free | Music | | [Smart Metronome & Tuner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-metronome-and-tuner/id889571826) | 4.6 (2,863) | Free | Music | | [Tuner & Metronome -Soundcorset](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tuner-and-metronome-soundcorset/id918055824) | 4.0 (729) | Free | Music | | [Metronome+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metronome-plus/id434136233) | 4.5 (1,166) | Free | Music | | [Pitch Pro Tuner & Metronome](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pitch-pro-tuner-and-metronome/id1169667039) | 4.6 (2,470) | Free | Music | ## More apps by Peter Hallett - [GAMSAT Section II Study Aid](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamsat-section-ii-study-aid/id1075742559) - [Retro Memory Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-memory-game/id1095063124) - [DiT Pay Check](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dit-pay-check/id1496583518) - [Creature Match](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/creature-match/id1522244204) All apps by Peter Hallett: https://appshunter.io/developer/1075742558 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-01.*