Comparison

Makam Studio vs Maqam Analyzer

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

Head to head
About

Makam Studio

Features
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Makam Studio Rhythms Authentic Turkish Rhythm Training for Musicians Makam Studio Rhythms is a professional rhythm training app designed for musicians who practice Turkish and Middle Eastern music. Created by musicians, for musicians, the app provides real studio-recorded rhythms performed by professional percussionists — not artificial MIDI sounds. Whether you play ney, bağlama, oud, violin, kanun or percussion, Makam Studio Rhythms helps you develop timing, groove, and rhythmic precision with authentic musical energy. Why Makam Studio Rhythms? • 100% real studio recordings • Authentic Turkish usul and rhythmic structures • Adjustable tempo • Individual instrument volume control • Seamless loop playback • Clean and intuitive interface Each rhythm has been professionally recorded, mixed and mastered to provide natural sound quality and a realistic playing experience. Designed for Serious Practice : • Practice slowly to build control. • Increase tempo progressively. • Focus on specific instruments. • Train with real musical feeling — not just a metronome click. Free & Pro Version : • The free version includes selected rhythms. • Unlock the Pro version to access the full rhythm library and all available tempos. • One-time purchase. No subscription. Perfect For : • Turkish classical music • Sufi repertoire • Folk music • Oriental ensembles • Music students and professionals

About

Maqam Analyzer

Instantly identify Arabic maqams, microtones, and tempo from live audio or uploaded files. Explore a comprehensive library of maqamat with detailed scale structures and emotional characteristics. This tool enhances understanding and skill development for Arabic music enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Real-time maqam detection
  • Audio file analysis
  • BPM and tempo detection
  • Modulation timeline
  • Quarter-tone pitch histogram
  • Maqam reference library
Features
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اكتشف أسرار الموسيقى العربية من خلال تحليل المقامات في الوقت الفعلي، واكتشاف النغمات الدقيقة (Microtones) بما فيها أرباع الأصوات، والحصول على تحليل فوري للسلالم الموسيقية والتنقلات المقامية (Modulations)، مما يساعد الموسيقيين من جميع المستويات على فهم الموسيقى بعمق أكبر وتطوير مهاراتهم الموسيقية. Maqam Analyzer is the ultimate tool for musicians, students, and enthusiasts of Arabic and Middle Eastern music. Whether you're playing an oud, listening to a recording, or exploring a new melody, Maqam Analyzer instantly identifies the maqam scale, tonic note, and tempo of any music — in real time. Live Microphone Analysis Hold your device near any instrument or speaker and let Maqam Analyzer listen. Within seconds, it detects the active maqam, updates live as you play, and delivers a full analysis including confidence score, tonic (key), BPM, and the complete scale structure with interval cents. Upload & Analyze Already have a recording? Upload any audio file and get a deep analysis: maqam classification with probability rankings, tonic detection, tempo (BPM), modulation timeline showing how the maqam shifts across the track, and a quarter-tone pitch histogram. Maqam Reference Library Explore a comprehensive library of Arabic maqamat — Rast, Bayati, Hijaz, Nahawand, Saba, Kurd, and many more. Each entry includes the full scale structure, interval breakdown in cents, microtonal (quarter-tone) notes, emotional character, and common modulations. Quarter-Tone Support Arabic music uses microtonal intervals not found in Western scales. Maqam Analyzer natively understands and detects quarter-tones, giving you accurate results that Western music apps simply can't provide. Key Features: • Real-time maqam detection via microphone • Upload & analyze audio files (MP3, WAV, and more) • BPM / tempo detection • Modulation timeline — see when the maqam changes • Quarter-tone pitch histogram • Full maqam library with scale visualizations • Note display in Letter names or Solfège • On-device processing — your audio never leaves your device • Clean, dark-themed interface optimized for mobile Privacy First All audio processing happens entirely on your device. No audio is ever uploaded or stored on our servers. Whether you're a performer, composer, music teacher, or simply a curious listener, Maqam Analyzer brings the rich tradition of Arabic maqam music to your fingertips.

Screenshots

Makam Studio4 screens
Maqam Analyzer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Maqam Analyzer at none against Makam Studio's 1. 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. Makam Studio sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Maqam Analyzer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Makam Studio versus Maqam Analyzer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMakam StudioMaqam Analyzer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB189 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperHachemi BenmehidiFadi Batarseh

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Makam Studio

One-time1
  • Pro Version - Unlimited Access$17.99
None

Maqam Analyzer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Makam Studio free?
Makam Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Maqam Analyzer free?
Maqam Analyzer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Makam Studio or Maqam Analyzer have ads?
Neither Makam Studio nor Maqam Analyzer shows ads.

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