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Viola Tuner

Viola Tuner

by Kit A Yu

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 6, 2009
  • May 15, 2026

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Kit A Yu
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About

This utility app provides accurate tuning notes for the viola. It plays the standard C, G, D, and A strings to help musicians achieve perfect pitch.

βœ“Plays tuning notes
βœ“Viola specific tuning
βœ“C string note
βœ“G string note
βœ“D string note
βœ“A string note
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Viola Tuner. Based on 207 reviews and a 3.5/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 11 negatives reviewers mention most about this Utilities app.

Positive things

  • πŸ‘Simple and easy to use interface
  • 🎡Accurate tuning for viola strings
  • πŸ’°Free app with no cost
  • πŸ“±Convenient portable tuner
  • βœ…Does what it's designed to do - provides reference pitches

Negative things

  • πŸ”ŠPoor sound quality - buzzer-like or artificial tones
  • πŸ›App frequently doesn't produce any sound
  • ⏱️Notes play for only 2-3 seconds before stopping
  • 🎡Unrealistic viola tone - doesn't sound like actual instrument
  • ❌No feedback on tuning accuracy
  • πŸ“ŠLacks microphone functionality to detect actual tuning
  • πŸ“’Excessive ads cluttering interface
  • πŸ”§Broken after updates - functionality degraded
  • ⚠️Can cause instrument damage if pitch too high
  • πŸ˜•Confusing user interface - unclear how to use
  • 🎸Wrong instrument settings after updates (Bass tuner instead of Viola)
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What's New in Viola Tuner

1.13.0

May 15, 2026

Minor UI fixes and stability improvements.

User reviews

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This is a piece of junk. Some reviews say it plays a tone or something but on my device it’s just a picture of a viola that does nothing.
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BAD

SOOOO BAD ITS NOT HELPING
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viola tuner

the sound isn’t good. my viola was way out of tune and it still was more accurate than the tuner. i wouldn’t recommend.
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Literally didn’t even work. There was just a picture of the instrument and the strings were at the bottom
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It does not make any sound what’s so ever. How do you even use it? Now it sounds like a screeching buzzer.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

7 issues

No sound output despite reinstalling app

Bug

App shows wrong instrument (Bass tuner instead of Viola tuner)

Bug

Notes stop playing after 2-3 seconds

Bug

Static or recording noise when opening app

Bug

Sound quality degraded after recent updates

Bug

App crashes or freezes on older devices

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Incompatible with older iPod models

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Requested Features

7 requests

Sustain or loop function to hold notes longer

Feature

Microphone input to detect and analyze actual instrument tuning

Feature

Ability to detect which note is being played

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Support for sharps and flats in addition to natural notes

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Longer note duration for easier tuning

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More realistic viola sound quality

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Remove or reduce advertisements

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FAQ

What does the Viola Tuner app do?

This app plays the specific tuning notes for a viola. It allows users to hear the correct pitch for each of the viola's strings: C, G, D, and A. This helps musicians ensure their instrument is in tune.

What are the key features of the Viola Tuner app?

The primary feature is playing the standard tuning notes for a viola (C, G, D, A). This provides an auditory reference for musicians to tune their instrument accurately.

Is the Viola Tuner app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to use. It is supported by advertisements, meaning you will see ads while using the application.

What is the best way to use the Viola Tuner app?

The app is ideal for violists who need to tune their instrument. Play the note for a specific string on the app and then adjust your viola's tuning peg until your instrument matches the sound.