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 ARCHIVED TOPIC: Recommendations for an iOS App for writing tab in open G tuning?


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Ted Bell - Posted - 04/02/2025:  08:43:15


I'm looking for a simple app for my iPad to write tab in open G tuning. I've searched the forum and didn't find anything on this topic. I've searched google and looked at several apps, but haven't found one that offers the option for open G tuning. Any recommendations?

Thanks,
Ted

MarkinSonoma - Posted - 04/02/2025:  12:30:14


I don't use either of these programs, if I need to tab something I'm trying to learn I do it the old school way and write it out.



But check out the links below for Sibelius and Finale. These are pretty popular for some players.



avid.com/sibelius



usermanuals.finalemusic.com/Fi...ature.htm

Ted Bell - Posted - 04/02/2025:  13:54:06


Thanks- regarding your "writing it out," that's actually what my intention is. I'm looking for something for those times when I have to wait somewhere (or for an upcoming flight I have) that would be good opportunities to review and reinforce some things mentally. I could just use paper and a pencil, but it would be easier to use an app on my phone or iPad that I could just pull out when the situation permits.



Thanks,

Ted


Edited by - Ted Bell on 04/02/2025 13:54:40

psikes - Posted - 04/02/2025:  15:39:51


Check out TefPad Pro. I’ve been using it for years for banjo and dobro both. An excellent program.

Phil

Ted Bell - Posted - 04/02/2025:  18:29:22


quote:

Originally posted by psikes

Check out TefPad Pro. I’ve been using it for years for banjo and dobro both. An excellent program.



Phil






Excellent. Thank you!



Thanks,



Ted

joeyd - Posted - 04/03/2025:  05:39:35


Found an app called "Notion". No personal experience but it says that it works on iPad et al and the reviews look great.

psikes - Posted - 04/03/2025:  13:04:04


My wife uses Notion to write flute parts out. I have used it a little but di not think that it did tablature. For Tab,TefPad has been the best I have seen or used. As always, your mileage may vary..

Phil

joeyd - Posted - 04/04/2025:  05:43:57


On second thought... downloaded and explored "Notion". Great app if you want to be like Gershwin or Rogers and Hammerstein, a bit of overkill for producing tab. Kind of like using a howitzer to swat a fly! TEFPAD would seem to be a much better choice, it even includes Dobro in it's list of instruments.

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