NoteSpotter

Music

Only for Mac

Free · In‑App Purchases

Mac

See what you play - instantly. NoteSpotter turns your MIDI keyboard into a real-time music coach with staff notation, chord names, and a live keyboard view. NoteSpotter is a real-time music visualization app for macOS that turns your MIDI keyboard or digital piano into a powerful learning, practice, and ear-training companion. The moment you press a key, NoteSpotter shows you four things at once: - Staff Notation: notes appear in real time on the grand staff (treble + bass clef), exactly as you play them. - Chord Names: detected chord names are displayed in large text. NoteSpotter recognizes everything from basic triads to advanced jazz voicings: maj7, m7, 9, 11, 13, sus4, dim, dim7, m7b5, altered dominants (7b9, 7#9, 7#11, 7b13), slash chords (G/B, C/E), and more. - On-Screen Keyboard: a live 49/61/76/88-key keyboard highlights every note you press. - Note Names: pressed notes are listed by name (C4, Eb5, etc.) in your chosen notation. Built for musicians of every level: - Beginners: learn note names and the layout of the staff while you play. - Students: build chord recognition and ear-training skills. - Composers & Songwriters: quickly identify the chords you stumble upon. - Jazz & Pop Players: confirm complex voicings, tensions, and substitutions in real time. - Teachers: use NoteSpotter as a classroom visual aid. Features: - Real-time MIDI input via CoreMIDI - USB MIDI and Bluetooth MIDI both supported. - Ultra-low latency, optimized for native macOS performance. - Multiple note-name notations: English (C D E), Japanese (Ha Ni Ho), and Italian (Do Re Mi). - Enharmonic switching: sharp, flat, or auto (key-aware). - Sustain pedal and pitch-bend support. - Customizable keyboard range and dark/light themes. - "Always on top" window option for practice sessions. - Detachable score, chord, and keyboard windows. Privacy first: NoteSpotter does not collect, transmit, or store any personal data. Everything happens on your Mac. We use no analytics, no advertising, no third-party SDKs. Try Free for 30 Days: NoteSpotter is free to use for 30 days. After the trial period, a one-time in-app purchase (NoteSpotter Premium) unlocks permanent access to all features on every Mac signed in to your Apple ID. Requirements: - macOS 13 (Ventura) or later - A MIDI keyboard or controller connected via USB or Bluetooth Note: NoteSpotter is a real-time visualizer for live MIDI input. It does not play back MIDI files, score notation files, or audio recordings.

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    Seller
    Kubo FUMIO
    Size
    2.2 MB
    Category
    Music
    Compatibility
    Requires macOS 14.6 or later.
    • Mac
      Requires macOS 14.6 or later.
    Languages
    English and Japanese
    Age Rating
    4+
    In-App Purchases
    Yes
    Copyright
    © 2026 Kubo FUMIO
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