Gig Master vs CoilSense
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Gig Master
Manage song lyrics for live performances. Organize your songs into a library and create setlists for gigs. Share setlists with bandmates and utilize a full-screen view for easy lyric recall during performances.
- Song library management
- Setlist creation
- Email setlists to band members
- Full-screen lyric view
- Adjustable font size
- Add song keys
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A basic app for managing song lyrics for gigs. Create a library of songs then create set lists for a gig. You can email these to other band members. During the gig - use the full-screen lyric view if you need to jog your memory. Nothing fancy, no mp3 files, no metronomes, no chords, no auto-scrolling. TIPS - You can close the library panel (the song/set list) with the 'cross' to make more space whilst editing in portrait mode. To bing it back swipe from the left side of the screen. Press the 'book' icon to keep it there. - You can add a Key to a song, this will be displayed in the title bar during performance mode. - When adding a song to a set, you can change the key for that occasion, this won't affect the songs normal key. - Use the slider in the performance mode to adjust the font size for that specific song during a gig. - Use the share icon to send songs and set lists to other band members.
CoilSense
This app provides a comprehensive reference for guitar pickup wiring, featuring a vast database of manufacturers and detailed specifications. It offers advanced wiring logic, including side-by-side comparison of different components and configurations, designed for guitar technicians and DIY builders.
- Extensive database of 80+ manufacturers
- Detailed wiring codes, coil polarity, and wind direction
- Support for various pickup types
- Pro-grade wiring logic with component adaptation
- Side-by-side comparison mode
- Real-time translation and linked settings
- iPad optimized interface
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The Ultimate Reference for Guitar Technicians and DIY Builders. Whether you’re upgrading a boutique humbucker or repairing a vintage classic, CoilSense eliminates the frustration of "mystery wires." Built by a professional guitar technician with over 15 years of experience, this is the most comprehensive pickup wiring resource on the App Store. BROWSE A MASSIVE DATABASE Stop searching forums for blurry diagrams. Access a curated, searchable library of 80+ manufacturers, from global giants to boutique builders. Detailed Specs: View wiring codes, coil polarity, and wind direction for every pickup. Multi-Format Support: Covers 4-core humbuckers, single-coil shielded wires, and multi-voice active systems. Live Updates: New manufacturers are added via Firestore—no app update required. PRO-GRADE WIRING LOGIC Most diagrams assume one type of component. CoilSense adapts to your actual hardware. Alpha vs. CTS: Instantly switch between the two most common pot types. They are wired differently—CoilSense shows you exactly how. Advanced Switching: Visualize complex layouts for Coil-Splitting (Inner/Outer coil), Phase Switching, and Series/Parallel configurations. Side-By-Side Compare Mode (Pro) The industry’s first "Visual Translator" for guitar pickups. Upgrading from one brand to another? Moving a build from a budget guitar to a premium one? Compare Mode allows you to put two different manufacturers or component types side-by-side to see exactly how the wiring changes. Real-Time Translation: Compare a Seymour Duncan to a Bare Knuckle instantly. No more cross-referencing static charts or manual note-taking. The "Link" Feature: Keep your settings in sync. Change the wiring to "Series/Parallel" on one side, and the other side updates automatically to show you the equivalent layout for the second manufacturer. The "Override" Logic: Turn off the Link to compare hardware variations. Want to see how an Alpha Pot layout differs from a CTS Pot layout for the exact same pickup? Simply override the link and toggle the hardware on one side. iPad Optimized: On the iPad, Compare Mode utilizes the full screen width to give you a massive, clear view of both schematics—perfect for having your device on the workbench while you solder. DESIGNED FOR THE WORKBENCH iPad Optimized: A unified notes field and side-by-side Compare Mode take full advantage of the larger screen. No Subscription Fatigue: Get lifetime access to the full suite of features with a one-time Pro purchase. CoilSense: Accuracy you can trust, right at your soldering station.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Gig Master at Free against CoilSense's $9.99. Gig Master also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.2). CoilSense's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 82%). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Gig Master is free to download; CoilSense costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Gig Master | CoilSense |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $9.99 |
| Rating | 4.0 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 82.4% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 38 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tom Cowland | Infinity Guitar Works |
Customer experience
Gig Master
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In-app purchases
Gig Master
No in-app purchases
CoilSense
No in-app purchases









