TIO vs C. Bechstein

TIO Music integrates numerous tools (tuner, metronome, media player, piano, image notes and text notes) in one app and enables the combined use of the individual tools. By creating projects, it is possible to save different configurations and thus make practicing and making music easier. The tools can also be used individually, for quick tuning of instruments or for recording samples. TIO Music was developed by musicians for musicians of all levels of experience, for amateurs and professionals. The app is and will remain completely free of charge and ad-free. FEATURES: PROJECTS: You can create projects and save the required settings (settings for instrument tuning, metronome settings, etc.), so you can access them whenever you want. TUNER: You can tune your instruments to any concert pitch, play reference tones, save your individual configuration and combine the tuner with the metronome and the media player. METRONOME: The metronome allows you to save and recall your individual configurations (tempo, time signature, polyrhythms, random mute, sounds). You can also combine the metronome with the tuner and the media player. MEDIA PLAYER You can record, load and edit audio files and save configurations . In doing so, you can set your preferred volume, range (length and segment), playing speed and pitch. You can forward your projects to others using external messenger services. PIANO: You can use the built-in piano, select different sound modes, create recordings and save your individual configurations. IMAGE: You can take or upload pictures or note sheets to the app using the camera on your device. TEXT: You can use your device to create text notes, e.g. for playing instructions, background information, song lyrics etc. Curious to find out more? Download the app directly to your smartphone or tablet and use it for practicing or making music. We aim to continuously improve the app for you - so we look forward to your feedback! This app was developed as part of the RE|LEVEL-project at Hochschule für Musik Nürnberg. RE|LEVEL is funded by Stiftung Innovation in der Hochschullehre. DATA PROTECTION: We do not collect any of your data. Please note that your projects are only saved locally on your device, i.e. they are not saved in the app or in any cloud service or similar. If you decide to share individual content from within the app, this is possible via third-party services such as messenger etc. In such cases, only the data protection regulations of the third-party services used apply. You yourself are responsible for complying with applicable data protection or copyright regulations.

The C. Bechstein App connects your acoustic piano or grand piano with a modern digital platform. It brings together the functions of the former C. Bechstein Connect and VARIO apps and extends them with new possibilities for instrument management, updates and digital services. The app is designed for instruments with integrated C. Bechstein Connect or C. Bechstein VARIO systems and is continuously being further developed. ------------------------------------------------------------ Key Features • Control, Sound & Fine Adjustment Customize key, pedal and additional system settings of C. Bechstein Connect & VARIO to perfectly match your playing style. • Calibration & Sensor Technology Calibrate your instrument’s sensor system and adjust additional parameters for an authentic, latency-free playing experience. • Recorder & Metronome Record your playing, listen back instantly and use the integrated metronome for precise and focused practice. • Musical Visualizations & Chord Recognition Experience your playing visually: clear visual representations and automatic chord recognition support analysis, learning and inspiration. • Share Your Music Easily share your recordings with others – for practice, teaching or simply sharing musical moments. • Firmware Updates Perform firmware updates directly via the app and enable new features for your instrument. • C. Bechstein Account & Warranty Registration Manage your instrument via your personal C. Bechstein Account and register it for extended service and warranty purposes. • Digital Extensions The C. Bechstein App will be gradually expanded with new digital features that further enrich your playing experience. ------------------------------------------------------------ Compatibility • Instruments with integrated C. Bechstein Connect technology • Instruments with C. Bechstein VARIO • Zimmermann Studio VARIO series instruments and W. Hoffmann Vision models with VARIO ex works ------------------------------------------------------------ Background C. Bechstein Connect is a factory-installed option for acoustic pianos and grand pianos and has been included as standard since autumn 2023 in all instruments of the brands C. Bechstein, W. Hoffmann Professional and W. Hoffmann Tradition. The technology turns the acoustic instrument into a MIDI-capable master keyboard and enables wireless connectivity to thousands of music apps and software solutions via Bluetooth®. VARIO is the silent system extension for all instruments of the C. Bechstein family (W. Hoffmann, Zimmermann) and can also be integrated into instruments from other manufacturers. ------------------------------------------------------------ Note The available functions may vary depending on the instrument, system version and configuration. Some features require a free C. Bechstein Account.