Comparison

Disklavier Controller vs PianoDisc Calibrate

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Disklavier Controller

Control key functions of your Disklavier piano remotely via WiFi. Adjust volume, manage playback, select songs, and perform simple recordings from your device. Compatible with specific Disklavier models.

Highlights
  • Main volume control
  • Start/stop song playback
  • Source, album, song selection
  • Simple recording functions
  • DisklavierRadio playback
  • Balance, Transpose, Tempo control
Features
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• This exciting application allows you to control many of the basic functions of your Disklavier. More: • This exciting application allows you to control many of the basic functions of your Disklavier. - Main volume - Start and stop song playback - Selection of sources, albums, and songs - Simple recording functions - DisklavierRadio playback (some functions not available) - Balance, Transpose, Tempo and Part Cancel control • You can title a song after recording it. • Communication with the piano is via WiFi, so you can control your Disklavier from anywhere that your WiFi signal is available in your home. Notes: • This application will only work with compatible Disklavier models (Disklavier Mark IV Series Version 4.00 or later, E3 Series Version 3.00 or later, and DKC-850 Version 3.10 or later). • The iPhone/iPod touch/iPad must be connected to a WiFi access point that is on the same network as your Disklavier for this application to function.

About

PianoDisc Calibrate

This utility app allows professional installers to calibrate automatic player pianos equipped with specific systems. It provides access to detailed settings for keys, pedals, and volume controls, streamlining the setup process for trained technicians.

Highlights
  • Key calibration
  • Pedal settings
  • Volume control adjustment
  • Firmware updates
  • MIDI interface compatibility
  • SilentDrive HD settings
Features
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PianoDisc Calibrate is a companion app for automatic player pianos equipped with Prodigy player systems.  The app allows professional PianoDisc installers to calibrate key features and settings faster and easier than ever before. PLEASE NOTE:  This app is designed to be used by professional installers who have completed the PianoDisc installation training program.  Improper adjustment is not covered under warranty, and may adversely affect playback. [Requirements] A hardware MIDI interface is required (such as the Prodigy CPU, Roland UM-ONE Mk II, or Quicco Sound mi.1).  MIDI IN and OUT must both be connected to the SilentDrive HD CPU. NOTE: The MIDI interface must be connected before you launch the app! Settings are only adjusted when the MIDI indicator is green. If the indicator remains red, try pressing the reset button on the SilentDrive CPU. [SilentDrive Settings] * Key Hold Force * Power Offset * Individual Key Calibration (Learn) * Pedal Strike Force * Pedal Hold Force * Pedal Drop Time * Minimum Note Duration * Springless Solenoids * Note Release Control (NRC) * Pedal Release Control (PRC) * Firmware Update (for CPUs manufactured in 2015 or later; the mi.1 cannot be used for firmware updates) [iQ Settings] * Music Player Volume Range * Piano Volume Range * Accompaniment Volume Range * Sync Range * Manual/Automatic Volume * Much more

Screenshots

Disklavier Controller3 screens
PianoDisc Calibrate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PianoDisc Calibrate at 100% against Disklavier Controller's 35%. PianoDisc Calibrate also leads on rating (4.0 vs 2.7) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 10 months). Disklavier Controller's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (26 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PianoDisc Calibrate sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Disklavier Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PianoDisc Calibrate holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Disklavier Controller has 26 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Disklavier Controller's written reviews are positive against 100% of PianoDisc Calibrate's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Disklavier Controller ships an update every 10 months, PianoDisc Calibrate every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on August 28, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Disklavier Controller versus PianoDisc Calibrate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDisklavier ControllerPianoDisc Calibrate
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (26 ratings)4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews34.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings26 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYamaha Corporation of AmericaBurgett Inc.

Customer experience

Disklavier Controller

All ratings26 ratings
Positive38.5%
Neutral3.8%
Negative57.7%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive34.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative65.4%

PianoDisc Calibrate

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Disklavier Controller

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PianoDisc Calibrate

One-time1
  • Activation Region Key$999.99

Questions

Is Disklavier Controller free?
Disklavier Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PianoDisc Calibrate free?
PianoDisc Calibrate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Disklavier Controller or PianoDisc Calibrate?
PianoDisc Calibrate is rated higher. Disklavier Controller averages 2.7 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while PianoDisc Calibrate averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Disklavier Controller or PianoDisc Calibrate have ads?
Neither Disklavier Controller nor PianoDisc Calibrate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Disklavier Controller or PianoDisc Calibrate?
Disklavier Controller ships an update every 10 months, and PianoDisc Calibrate every 6 weeks. Most recently, Disklavier Controller was updated on August 28, 2026 and PianoDisc Calibrate on August 28, 2026.

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