Comparison

Qanun Sim vs Lyre Harp Real

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

Head to head
About

Qanun Sim

This app simulates the qanun, a traditional Middle Eastern string instrument. It offers authentic sounds, customizable layouts, and multiple play modes for musicians and enthusiasts. Record and share your musical creations.

Highlights
  • Authentic qanun sounds
  • Customizable interface
  • Free Play Mode
  • Single Note Mode
  • Soft Release Mode
  • Built-in recorder
  • Share performances
Features
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Explore the elegant and intricate tones of the qanun, a traditional Middle Eastern string instrument known for its melodic richness and cultural significance. Qanun Sim brings the authentic sound of this iconic instrument to your fingertips, offering an immersive experience for musicians, learners, and music enthusiasts. About the Qanun The qanun is a flat, zither-like instrument with strings stretched across a wooden frame. Played with plectra attached to the fingers, the qanun is central to Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Central Asian music. Known for its bright and resonant tones, the qanun is celebrated for its ability to convey deep emotions and create intricate melodies. Its unique pitch adjustment levers, called "pegs," allow performers to transition seamlessly between maqams, adding to its versatility and appeal. Why You'll Love Qanun Sim Authentic Qanun Sounds Experience meticulously sampled qanun tones that capture its bright, resonant, and dynamic character. Perfect for traditional maqams or modern musical explorations. Customizable Interface Adjust the key layout and settings to suit your playing style. Whether you're a beginner learning basic melodies or a professional crafting intricate compositions, the app adapts to your needs effortlessly. Three Dynamic Play Modes Free Play Mode: Play multiple strings simultaneously to create rich harmonies and layered textures. Single Note Mode: Focus on individual notes, ideal for mastering maqams and qanun techniques. Soft Release Mode: Add a natural fade-out effect for smooth and authentic performances. Record Your Performances Capture your qanun music effortlessly with the built-in recorder. Perfect for reviewing, refining, or sharing your creations. Share Your Music Easily share your qanun performances with friends, family, or audiences worldwide to showcase the beauty of this traditional instrument. What Makes Qanun Sim Unique? True-to-Life Sound: Every note replicates the intricate, melodic tones of a real qanun, capturing its full range and depth. Cultural Significance: Immerse yourself in the heritage of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean music traditions while exploring modern adaptations. Elegant and Intuitive Design: A sleek and user-friendly interface ensures a seamless experience for musicians of all levels. Creative Freedom: Whether playing traditional maqams or experimenting with fusion styles, Qanun Sim provides endless possibilities for musical expression. Download Qanun Sim today and let the enchanting tones of the qanun inspire your music!

About

Lyre Harp Real

This app simulates a 19-string lyre harp, offering various playing modes and practice songs. Users can record and share their performances, with adjustable song speeds and a reverb effect.

Highlights
  • 19-string lyre harp simulation
  • Offline and online practice songs
  • Adjustable song speed
  • Normal, Real Time, and Autoplay modes
  • Recording and sharing functionality
  • Reverb effect
Features
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The lyre (from Greek λύρα and Latin lyra) is a stringed musical instrument that is classified by Hornbostel–Sachs as a member of the lute family of instruments. In organology, a lyre is considered a yoke lute, since it is a lute in which the strings are attached to a yoke that lies in the same plane as the sound table, and consists of two arms and a crossbar. The lyre has its origins in ancient history. Lyres were used in several ancient cultures surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. The earliest known examples of the lyre have been recovered at archeological sites that date to c. 2700 BCE in Mesopotamia. [1] [2] The oldest lyres from the Fertile Crescent are known as the eastern lyres and are distinguished from other ancient lyres by their flat base. They have been found at archaeological sites in Egypt, Syria, Anatolia, and the Levant.[1] The round lyre or the Western lyre also originated in Syria and Anatolia, but was not as widely used and eventually died out in the east c. 1750 BCE. The round lyre, so called for its rounded base, reappeared in ancient Greece c. 1700–1400 BCE,[3] and then later spread throughout the Roman Empire.[1] This lyre served as the origin of the European lyre known as the Germanic lyre or rotte that was widely used in north-western Europe from pre-Christian to medieval times. (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lyre) The Lyre Harp Real is Lyre Harp simulation app with 19 strings. Frequency range: F3 -> C6. More offline and online songs for practice (With the ability to change speed). Play with 3 modes: - Normal - Real Time - Autoplay: You choose this mode for listening songs. Record feature: record, play back and share to your friends. Reverb feature ** Songs is updated regularly

Screenshots

Qanun Sim4 screens
Lyre Harp Real4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lyre Harp Real at none against Qanun Sim's 1. Lyre Harp Real also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (72 vs 7). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Qanun Sim sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Lyre Harp Real asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Lyre Harp Real holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lyre Harp Real has 72 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Qanun Sim versus Lyre Harp Real: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQanun SimLyre Harp Real
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (7 ratings)4.7 (72 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—80.0% of reviews
Number of ratings772 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size137 MB96 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlper KahrimanSon Truong Ngoc

Customer experience

Qanun Sim

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

Lyre Harp Real

All ratings66 ratings
Positive92.4%
Neutral3.0%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Qanun Sim

One-time1
  • Get Premium$7.99
None

Lyre Harp Real

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Qanun Sim free?
Qanun Sim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lyre Harp Real free?
Lyre Harp Real is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Qanun Sim or Lyre Harp Real?
Lyre Harp Real is rated higher. Qanun Sim averages 4.3 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Lyre Harp Real averages 4.7 from 72 ratings.
Do Qanun Sim or Lyre Harp Real have ads?
Both Qanun Sim and Lyre Harp Real show ads.

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