Isn't it great to have few of the best music apps in our mobile devices?
With the vast selection out there, we understand it could be confusing!
Here, we are going to share some of the useful apps which we think it's good to have!
********** FOR SINGING **********
天籁K歌
(Available for iOS & Android users)
(Available for iOS & Android users)
What is this app about?
It's a karaoke app! Itching to sing but no one's available to accompany you to karaoke? This is a wonderful FREE application that will settle your karaoke cravings at the comfort of your own home!
It's a karaoke app! Itching to sing but no one's available to accompany you to karaoke? This is a wonderful FREE application that will settle your karaoke cravings at the comfort of your own home!
What we like this app?
- It has a huge song database; updated frequently with both English and Mandarin pop songs.
- Want to sing the song in higher or lower key? No problem, it can be within the app too (only on iOS platform currently).
- Comes with a built in with a recording function and with very good quality. You can just sing it through your ear-piece's mic!
- It's FREE with no advertisements!
- It is also a social network where you can upload your singing and interact with other singers around the world. You can also listen to others' singing too.
The only downside is - the app is in mandarin. You have to be able to read in mandarin to use the app.
Sing! Karaoke by Smule
(Available for iOS and Android users)
(Available for iOS and Android users)
What is this app about?
Similar to the application above, here we have another karaoke app! It's free to download, however, you will need to still pay for the songs that you want to sing.
What we like this app?
- This application has quite a good sizable database of English songs.
- This app is in English so unlike 天籁K歌, if your chinese isn't that good, you can still navigate around this app!
The only downside of this app is that it charges for the songs that you download.
iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sing!-karaoke-by-smule/id509993510
iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sing!-karaoke-by-smule/id509993510
VocalMastery
(Available for iOS & Android users)
What is this app about?
This app is a portable vocal warm-up kit! To enjoy every karaoke session or
performance you want to ensure your voice is at its tip-top condition. All you can is to use this app without having to get a keyboard!
What we like this app?
What we like this app?
- It's free and very simple interface to use!
- Contains a good number of warm-up exercises techniques written by renowned vocal coach - Leigh McRae.
- Allows you to select your preferred level of difficulty and a male/female vocal range.
- Includes demonstrations too!
Vocalist Pro
(Available for Android users)
(Available for Android users)
What is this app about?
This is a singing skills development app. It has games, lessons and songs for you to sing along.
It is also equipped with a tuner to tell you if you're on the right pitch!
What we like this app?
It is also equipped with a tuner to tell you if you're on the right pitch!
What we like this app?
- It shows you instant feedback on where you hit the right note, and where you were off.
- Has a game with increasing difficulty which makes learning fun!
- Includes tips to guide you how to sing.
- Has a tuner function which can be used for other instruments too.
The downside is, you have to buy the app at SGD$2.58.
********** FOR GUITAR PLAYING **********
Ultimate Guitar Tabs
(Available for iOS & Android users)
What is this app about?
Get your guitar tabs with this app! It's not entirely free but this application may
just be your best companion apart during your jamming sessions
with friends! Ultimate Guitar website is known to be one of the world’s leading
guitar resource website.
What we like this app?
iOS (for iPhone): http://app.ultimate-guitar.com/apps/iphone/ugt/
iOS (for iPad - HD version): http://app.ultimate-guitar.com/apps/ipad/ugt/
Android: http://app.ultimate-guitar.com/apps/android/ugt/
What we like this app?
- This app has a huge database of songs! With over 800,000 songs can be found.
- The lyrics and chords can be accessed offline when added to your 'favourites'.
- You can not only search by song/artiste name but also difficulty level, tuning and ratings by other guitarists!
- Very nice, pleasing interface and you can even custom your own look.
- It has auto-scrolling features as you play on your guitar.
- Comes with essential guitar tools too, such as chord diagrams, tuner, metronome! It's a all-in-one app!
iOS (for iPhone): http://app.ultimate-guitar.com/apps/iphone/ugt/
iOS (for iPad - HD version): http://app.ultimate-guitar.com/apps/ipad/ugt/
Android: http://app.ultimate-guitar.com/apps/android/ugt/
PRO Metronome
(Available for iOs & Android users)
(Available for iOs & Android users)
What is this app about?
Having trouble staying on beat? Well, here’s
an application that can help you get better control of your rhythm! This is an
essential app for all musicians!
What we like this app?
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.metronomeprofree&hl=en
What we like this app?
- This is a free application with no advertisements.
- No fuss, easy to use interface!
- It's interface let you not only SEE but also FEEL the beats as it vibrates (only available for iOS).
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.metronomeprofree&hl=en
Guitar Tuner· By Tim O's
Studios
(Available for iOS users)
(Available for iOS users)
What is this app about?
Guitar Tuner. Simple as that. For iOS users.
What we like this app?
- Big buttons with a guitar interface directly on the screen to tell you the notes of each strings - great for beginners who are still confused by the standard tuning notes.
The downside of this app is that it's free but comes with advertisements pop-up. Could be confusing at times.
Tuner - gStrings Free
(Available for Android users)
(Available for Android users)
What is this app about?
A chromatic tuner that's primarily made for strings instruments such as guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, violin, viola, cello, but can also use for wind instruments too. For Andriod users.
What we like this app?
- Allows you to adjust microphone sensitivity. Good when you are in noisy environments.
- Has other features too such as orchestral tuning, different temperments, pitch pipe and more. Good to advanced users.
The downside is, it may be confusing for beginner with all the additional features. Else, it's really a very versatile app. Has gotten great reviews from musicians around the world!
ChordBank: Guitar Chords
(Available for iOS users)
(Available for iOS users)
What is this app about?
It provides you with diagrams for all chords! For iOS users.
What we like this app?
What we like this app?
- Very beautiful user interface.
- Provide you fingerings on how to press the chords.
- You can 'strum' across the screen to hear how the chord sounds!
Learn Guitar Chords
(Available for Android users)
What is this app about?
It provides you with diagrams for all chords! For Android users.
What we like this app?- Similar to ChordBank (for iOS), this shows chords with full fingering.
- You can 'strum' across the screen to hear how the chord sounds too!
- You can choose Acoustic and Electric guitar sounds. Awesome!
********** FOR PIANO PLAYING **********
Musical Lite
(Available for Android users)
(Available for Android users)
What is this app about?
A keyboard which 'lives' in your mobile devices. Great for mobile practising! For Android users.
What we like this app?
What we like this app?
- Full keyboard with scrolling features
- 2-octave stacked keyboard in a screen
- Have play-along piano learning games
- Comes with other tools - metronome and 8-piece drum set.
- It's free. However you play upgrade to PRO version for more features if you need.
Virtuoso Piano Free 2 HD
(Available for iOS users)
What is this app about?
A keyboard which 'lives' in your mobile devices. Great for mobile practising! For iOS users.
- Great sounds! It has great sampled sounds of a concert grand piano.
- Can play chords up to 5 fingers!
The downside is, it's great to play it on an iPad but not a iPhone as it's too small and crampy.
Pchord
(Available for iOS & Android users)
What is this app about?
It's like a chord book for piano players!
What we like this app?
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.ne.asoft.android.pchord&hl=en
What we like this app?
- Free app. Everyone loves free stuff.
- Provides many variations of a chord which can let you choose which voicings you prefer.
- You can also play the notes and it will tell you what chord you are playing!