Noterix
Noterix is a guitar tablature and standard notation editor for Windows and the web.
What Noterix is
Noterix is a guitar tablature and standard notation editor for Windows and the web. It provides real-time audio playback, a multichannel mixer and per-track effects including amp simulation, distortion, EQ, reverb and compression. A score can hold up to eight tracks and use changing time signatures, key changes, guitar articulations and complex rhythms. Its audio engine includes a SoundFont instrument library, several adjustable sample rates and MIDI output for external devices or DAW integration. Practice tools include looping sections, slowing tempo by as much as 75% without changing pitch, a metronome scheduler, count-in and A/B take comparison. Noterix imports compatible Guitar Pro 7/8 files and has limited support for compatible GPIF-based GPX files, but not older GP3/4/5 files. Guitar Pro and PDF export are planned, not currently available. A seven-day trial is available without a card.
Good
- Combines tablature and standard notation.
- Supports up to eight tracks per score.
- Practice includes looping and tempo reduction.
- MIDI output supports external devices and DAW integration.
Watch out
- No support for legacy GP3/4/5 files.
- Guitar Pro and PDF export are not available yet.
- Windows app costs 109.99 USD one-time.
Who it suits
Noterix suits guitarists who write or practice using tablature or standard notation and want playback, MIDI output and score-level practice tools. Its track effects and mixer may also suit users shaping a score's sound while composing.
Verdict
Noterix combines notation, playback, mixing and practice features for guitar-focused scores. Check its file compatibility and lack of current Guitar Pro or PDF export before choosing it.
Plans and prices
From Noterix's own pricing page, checked 30 Sep 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Pro | $9.99 a month | Requires owning Noterix App · 2 GB cloud storage · Cloud sync, publishing, sharing, collaborators · Priority email support · $89.91/year — save $29.97 |
| Studio | $19.99 a month | Requires owning Noterix App · 20 GB cloud storage · Highest render priority · Larger & longer project exports · Dedicated priority support · $179.91/year — save $59.97 |
| Noterix App | $109.99, paid once | Unlimited tracks & songs · Windows desktop app · Guitar Pro 7/8 import · Cloud sync, publishing & sharing excluded · one-time payment |
The facts
Each one read from Noterix's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Audio and MIDI
- Its C++ audio engine includes a SoundFont 2.0 instrument library, adjustable 44.1/48/96 kHz sample rates, tempo mapping, and MIDI output for external devices and DAW integration.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Effects and mixer
- Per-track effects include amp simulation, cabinet impulse response loading, distortion, EQ, reverb, delay, compression, noise gate and chorus/flanger; the editor also has a multichannel mixer.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Export limit
- The pricing FAQ says Guitar Pro export and PDF export are planned for a future update.checked 30 Sep 2026
- File compatibility
- Noterix imports compatible Guitar Pro 7/8 .gp files, has limited support for compatible GPIF-based .gpx files, and does not currently support legacy GP3/4/5 files.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Intended users
- The maker describes Noterix as built by guitarists for guitarists, and says its team consists of engineers and musicians.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Notation
- The editor supports up to 8 simultaneous tracks per score, variable time signatures and key changes, guitar articulations, and complex rhythms.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Payment processing
- The privacy policy says Paddle is the Merchant of Record and processes payment details; Noterix says it does not receive or store full card numbers or payment credentials.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Practice tools
- Practice tools include section looping, tempo reduction by up to 75% without pitch change, a metronome scheduler, count-in and A/B take comparison.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Security and privacy
- The privacy policy says Noterix uses HTTPS/TLS encryption in transit, restricts access to systems holding personal data, and keeps secrets on the server rather than client software.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Support
- The contact page says support aims to reply within a couple of business days and offers help by email for purchases, license keys, refunds and the app.checked 30 Sep 2026
- What it does
- Noterix is a guitar tablature and standard notation editor with real-time audio playback, effects and a studio mixer.checked 30 Sep 2026
Where it runs
- Platforms
- The download page lists Windows as currently available, macOS and Linux as coming soon, and iOS/Android as in development.checked 30 Sep 2026
Money
- Trial and refund
- The Windows app has a 7-day free trial with no card required, and purchases have a 14-day money-back guarantee.checked 30 Sep 2026
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