# Violin Real — Arco vs Pizzicato sound timbre

> Violin simulation app with Arco, Pizzicato, music sheet creation, and recording. (iPhone/iPad app by Son Truong Ngoc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/violin-real/id1458880612 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Son Truong Ngoc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447240720)
- Category: Games, Music, Music, Simulation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 708 App Store ratings · 97 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 69 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-04-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/violin-real/id1458880612/reviews.md

## What is Violin Real?

The violin, sometimes known as a fiddle, is a wooden string instrument in the violin family. Most violins have a hollow wooden body. It is the smallest and highest-pitched instrument in the family in regular use. Smaller violin-type instruments exist, including the violino piccolo and the kit violin, but these are virtually unused. The violin typically has four strings tuned in perfect fifths, and is most commonly played by drawing a bow across its strings, though it can also be played by plucking the strings with the fingers (pizzicato) and by striking the strings with the wooden side of the bow (col legno).

Violins are important instruments in a wide variety of musical genres. They are most prominent in the Western classical tradition, both in ensembles (from chamber music to orchestras) and as solo instruments and in many varieties of folk music, including country music, bluegrass music and in jazz. Electric violins with solid bodies and piezoelectric pickups are used in some forms of rock music and jazz fusion, with the pickups plugged into instrument amplifiers and speakers to produce sound. Further, the violin has come to be played in many non-Western music cultures, including Indian music and Iranian music. The name fiddle is often used regardless of the type of music played on it.
(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Violin)

The Violin Real is 2 Violin type simulation app with Arco (using hand drag Violin bow) and Pizzicato (using hand touch) feature. Frequency range: G3 -> A5#.

More offline and online songs for practice (With the ability to change speed)

Play with 3 modes:
- Simple (Recommend for Beginner): Only use right hand for dragging Violin bow (Arco) or touching Violin string (Pizzicato)
- Professional: Use 2 hands. Use right hand for dragging Violin bow (Arco) or touching Violin string (Pizzicato). Use left hand for choosing note (frequency) in Violin string.
- No Bow: Use 1 or 2 hands press note for playing Violin sound

You can choose autoplay for listening songs.

Create Music Sheet feature: You can create, save, open your music sheet with 2 instruments: Violin and Piano. Export it for playing or sharing to everyone.

Record feature: record, play back and share to your friends.

** Songs is updated regularly

## Key features

- Arco (bowing) simulation
- Pizzicato (plucking) simulation
- Multiple playing modes (Simple, Professional, No Bow)
- Practice songs with speed control
- Music sheet creation and export
- Recording and playback functionality

## Chart rankings

- #144 in Top Free · Music (US App Store)

## What do users think of Violin Real?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎵 No ads or interruptions during use
- 📚 Educational value for beginners
- 🎨 Beautifully designed interface
- 🎯 Multiple difficulty modes available
- 🎹 Sheet music feature included
- 🎪 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🎼 In-tune notes for basic playing
- 🎸 Freestyle mode available

**Cons**

- 😤 Significantly harder to play than real violin
- 🎻 Unrealistic violin mechanics and controls
- 🐛 Sound cuts out unexpectedly
- ❌ Limited note range (doesn't go up to A7)
- 🔧 Inaccurate tuning on certain strings (D string)
- 📍 Incorrect string positioning (E string placement)
- 🎯 Difficult to select desired notes
- ⚠️ Doesn't accurately teach proper violin technique
- 🔄 Unwanted note repetition issues
- 🎵 Missing notes in some songs
- 🏹 Bow movement is difficult to control

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sound cuts out when trying to sustain notes
- App switches to wrong string or tone unexpectedly
- Unwanted note repetition or no sound at times
- D string is out of tune
- G#3 note is an octave lower than expected (G#2)
- Glitchy performance during gameplay
- Inconsistent audio output

**Most requested features**

- Expand note range to include higher octaves (up to A7)
- Add more violin positions for extended range
- Improve bow control mechanics
- Fix string positioning to match real violin layout
- Add more songs with complete note sets

## Recent user reviews (10 of 97)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/violin-real/id1458880612/reviews.md

### 1/5 — GERÇEK KEMANA GRAM BENZEMİYO!!!

*2026-06-23, version 1.6.1*

gercek kemanla alakasi yok bitek kemanin sekli ve yayın şekli doğru.Hatalar:1)Yay resmen sabit çok zor bir şekilde doğru ses çıkartabiliyorsunuz.2)Bemoller ve diyezler calınamıyo en kotu ozelligide bu.3)5 parmak var 5.parmak ne alaka.5)sesi biseye tıkladıktan sonra geliyo.Düzeltilmesini rica ediyorum bu hataların 1 puanıda keman var diye verdim.

### 1/5 — How do I say this

*2026-05-23, version 1.6.1*

This game is fun but in free play mode learning how to play a little is amazing but this game is wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy harder then just playing on a real violin not recommended but you can try if you want to challenge your self

### 1/5 — Que digo ….

*2026-04-10, version 1.6.1*

Todo iba bien hasta que después de 2 días de habérmelo instalado y en una de las opciones pues yo le di click a una de las opciones y pues me salió un comercial normal pero luego le di clik a una cuerda y ya no me salió la canción que quería tocar ni se si fui yo o el juego pero espero que arreglen eso

### 5/5 — Bien

*2026-04-05, version 1.6.1*

Sirve pero solo tienes dos canciones para tocar

### 5/5 — La verdad

*2026-03-27, version 1.6.1*

Muy buena esa aplicación por que no me toca pagar

### 4/5 — Doesn’t feel much like a violin

*2026-02-27, version 1.6.1*

I’m a violin player, I installed this just to practice and remember notes when I don’t have my violin, and well, it’s harder to play here and that’s okay bc it’s an app, it can be better, if u want to start playing the violin for free it’s a good option, but the real one will always be better.

### 1/5 — No sound

*2026-02-20, version 1.6.1*

I Like play with sound

### 1/5 — Game real mà chả thấy real

*2026-01-23, version 1.6.1*

Như nhạc đưa đám, chơi thì có lúc có tiếng lúc ko, ko đc như video (0 sao)

### 3/5 — meh

*2025-12-20, version 1.6.1*

it doesnt let me play the note i want good for desperate people

### 2/5 — 只能弹那几首歌吗

*2025-11-08*

其他还行，歌太少

## Frequently asked questions about Violin Real

### What does Violin Real do?

Violin Real is a simulation app that allows you to play the violin virtually. You can simulate playing with a bow (Arco) or by plucking the strings (Pizzicato). It also includes features for practicing songs, creating music sheets, and recording your performances.

### What are the main playing modes in Violin Real?

The app offers three main playing modes: Simple, recommended for beginners, where you only use one hand; Professional, which uses both hands for more control; and No Bow, where you press notes to play the violin sound.

### Can I create my own music with Violin Real?

Yes, Violin Real features a 'Create Music Sheet' function. You can compose music for violin and piano, save your creations, open them later, and export them for playing or sharing with others.

### Is Violin Real free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it does contain advertisements. There may also be in-app purchases available for additional content or features.

### What musical range does Violin Real cover?

The app covers a frequency range from G3 to A5#, which encompasses a significant portion of the violin's typical playing range.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.1 — 2024-12-31

[1.6.1] New feature: Change Note name (C4 -> C -> Do4 -> Do)
- Fix text font bug

[1.6] Improve UI, performance, speed, ...
- Fix bug

[1.5] NEW features: Looping sound, adjust the Violin buttons up and down
- Improve and Optimize: performance, audio, create music sheet feature
- Fix bug

[1.4.1] Improve and Optimize
- Fix bug

[1.4] NEW Violin
- New play mode: No bow
- Create Music Sheet feature: create, preview, play and share to everyone
- New feature: Arco area (Drag area) is scalable, Reverb, Record without Microphone
- Improve and Optimize: Game play, Graphic, Memory, Audio Latency
- Improve right hand mode

### 1.6 — 2024-12-22

[1.6] Improve UI, performance, speed, ...
- Fix bug

[1.5] NEW features: Looping sound, adjust the Violin buttons up and down
- Improve and Optimize: performance, audio, create music sheet feature
- Fix bug

[1.4.1] Improve and Optimize
- Fix bug

[1.4] NEW Violin
- New play mode: No bow
- Create Music Sheet feature: create, preview, play and share to everyone
- New feature: Arco area (Drag area) is scalable, Reverb, Record without Microphone
- Improve and Optimize: Game play, Graphic, Memory, Audio Latency
- Improve right hand mode

### 1.5 — 2023-06-07

[1.5] NEW features: Looping sound, adjust the Violin buttons up and down
- Improve and Optimize: performance, audio, create music sheet feature
- Fix bug

[1.4.1] Improve and Optimize
- Fix bug

[1.4] NEW Violin
- New play mode: No bow
- Create Music Sheet feature: create, preview, play and share to everyone
- New feature: Arco area (Drag area) is scalable, Reverb, Record without Microphone
- Improve and Optimize: Game play, Graphic, Memory, Audio Latency
- Improve right hand mode

### 1.4.1 — 2022-01-18

[1.4.1] Improve and Optimize
- Fix bug

[1.4] NEW Violin
- New play mode: No bow
- Create Music Sheet feature: create, preview, play and share to everyone
- New feature: Arco area (Drag area) is scalable, Reverb, Record without Microphone
- Improve and Optimize: Game play, Graphic, Memory, Audio Latency
- Improve right hand mode

### 1.4 — 2020-12-18

[1.4] NEW Violin
- New play mode: No bow
- Create Music Sheet feature: create, preview, play and share to everyone
- New feature: Arco area (Drag area) is scalable, Reverb, Record without Microphone
- Improve and Optimize: Game play, Graphic, Memory, Audio Latency
- Improve right hand mode

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