BandScore vs NotationPlayer

BandScore features: Simple mode: - Import audio files to create songs - Play with optionally adjusted playback speed audio pitch for transposition or fine-tuning - Set markers to define play ranges for looping - Import, extract and edit lyrics and see them in play mode - Your songs are stored on device and in your iCloud account, so you can use it with multiple Apple devices Advanced mode: - Import score files with format GuitarPro (GPX/GP2/GP3/GP4/GP5/GP/GP7), MusicXML or MIDI - Add audio playback files or Apple Music tracks - Display the score as guitar tab, regular staff, percussion staff, percussion tab, piano staff or piano tab - Manage your songs in sets Score player (advanced mode): - The score is scrolling during playing while indicating the play position - Adjust playback speed - Adjust audio pitch for transposition or fine-tuning - Loop your playing - Optional count-in - Define one or more play ranges (start, end) - Optionally play score notes with built-in MIDI player Lead sheet: - Show lyrics and chord signs - Play to the audio track - Export PDF WITH PLAYER VERSION (In-App Purchase) YOU RECEIVE IN ADDITION THESE FEATURES: Manage unlimited number of songs (device and iCloud storage restrictions apply). Playlists: - Assign songs to one or multiple play lists Recording: - Record you playing from your connected instrument - Export your recording as audio file - Mix your recording with the song playback tracks for playback and export - Audio processing (volume, pan, EQ, compressor, reverb) for the recording Band network: - Connect to nearby devices using BandScore - Synchronize play start/stop with the connected peers - Send song selection and song play parameters to peers - Send messages and transfer songs to peers Audio Separation: - Split audio file into stems for vocals, drums, bass, piano, and other instruments - Stem splitting is done on device, so no cloud service required and no extra fees - Supported devices: Mac with Apple Silicon CPU, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 14 and newer, iPadPro from 2018 onwards. iPad Air from 2022 onwards. WITH THE FULL VERSION YOU RECEIVE IN ADDITION: - All the features from the player version Song parts: - Add, delete or merge song parts Score editing (NOT AVAILABLE on iPhone): - Add or delete measures/bars - Add, delete or edit notes and chords - Adapt tempo on each measure, i.e. align the score to the playback audio track - Detect transients and beats from audio file - Adapt tempo based on detected transients and beats - Adjust playback audio with tools for cut/delay/silence insert - Add markers for song sections - Define MIDI controls for program or control changes - Export PDF for score Lyric editor (NOT AVAILABLE on iPhone): - Edit lyrics on the beat grid - Import lyrics from internet, LRC file or plain text - Extract lyrics from audio (requires macOS/iOS 26) - Export LRC file - Export PDF for score/lyrics Chord list editor (NOT AVAILABLE on iPhone): - Create chord progressions using blocks and lists - Text editor and grid edit mode Player: - Send defined MIDI controls Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

NotationPlayer turns your sheet music into sound. Open any MusicXML or ABC file, choose from over 100 realistic instruments, and hear your music played back instantly — with full tempo control, transposition, and a built-in metronome. Built for trad and folk musicians, with full MusicXML support for classical, jazz, and any sheet music you read. PLAY YOUR MUSIC • Play MusicXML and ABC notation files with realistic instrument sounds • Adjust tempo from half speed to double speed without changing pitch • Transpose to any key with one tap • Built-in metronome with click, woodblock, and bodhrán sounds • Count-in option for a clean start • Auto-scroll follows the music as it plays FIND NEW TUNES • Search over 30,000 traditional tunes from The Session • Browse the ABC Notation archive and Henrik Norbeck's collection • Paste ABC or MusicXML notation directly into the app • 55 sample tunes included — Celtic, Classical, Bluegrass, and Jazz LEARN AND PRACTISE • Tap any note to set a cue point and play from there • Loop any section by selecting start and end notes — perfect for tricky passages • Show note names (C, D, E…) above or below every note — helpful for beginners and for unfamiliar clefs • Lyrics displayed and synced to playback • Swing control for jazz and traditional styles MULTI-TRACK MIXER • Assign different instruments to each voice or part 100+ instruments including fiddle, tin whistle, mandolin, piano, guitar, flute, and more • Volume, pan, mute, and solo controls per track • Guitar chord accompaniment from chord symbols ANNOTATE YOUR SCORES • Draw on your scores with pen and highlighter • Add text notes anywhere on the page • Multiple colours and tools • Your annotations are saved with each tune ORGANISE YOUR MUSIC • Build tune sets — group tunes into medleys that play seamlessly • Create playlists with sets and individual tunes • Ensemble mode — add backing instruments to your playlists • Speed control for playlist playback • Favourites and search across your library EXPORT AND SHARE • Export scores as PDF for printing or sharing with bandmates • Export audio as MP3 • Share with other musicians WORKS OFFLINE NotationPlayer works without an internet connection. Your tunes, instruments, and playlists are always available — perfect for rehearsals, sessions, and practice anywhere. Built for musicians who want their notation to do more than just sit on the page. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/