Sessions & Recordings FAQ
How do I start a recording?
Section titled “How do I start a recording?”Tap the Sessions tab at the bottom of the screen. Tap the red record button to begin. Tunable records your audio along with pitch data. Tap the stop button when you are done. The session saves automatically.
What does the Practice Score mean?
Section titled “What does the Practice Score mean?”The Practice Score (0 to 100) measures your overall pitch accuracy during a session. It factors in:
- Attack: how quickly you hit the target pitch when starting each note
- Sustain: how steadily you held each note in tune
- Percent in-tune: the overall percentage of time your pitch was within the in-tune zone
A score of 75 or above reflects good intonation. A score of 90 or above is excellent.
What does Average Deviation mean?
Section titled “What does Average Deviation mean?”Average Deviation shows how many cents (hundredths of a semitone) you were from the target pitch on average. Lower is better:
- 0 to 5 cents: excellent, professional-level accuracy
- 5 to 15 cents: good, typical of trained players
- 15 to 30 cents: room for improvement
- 30 or more cents: significant intonation work needed
How do I organize my sessions into folders?
Section titled “How do I organize my sessions into folders?”In the Sessions list, tap the folder icon to create a new folder. You can then move sessions into folders to organize them by piece, date, lesson, or any other category.
How do I share or export a recording?
Section titled “How do I share or export a recording?”Open a session, then tap the share icon. Tunable offers two share options:
- Practice Clip — A branded video containing your audio recording, a waveform visualization, your session name, and your practice score. If your score is above 80, the clip includes a confetti animation. Share directly to Instagram Stories or any other app on your device.
- Recording File — The raw audio file in m4a format (MPEG-4 AAC, 44.1 kHz). Compatible with most apps, computers, cloud services, and audio editors.
Both options use the standard iOS share sheet, so you can send to AirDrop, Messages, Mail, or any app that accepts files or videos.
Where are my recordings stored?
Section titled “Where are my recordings stored?”Recordings are stored locally on your device. Tunable does not upload recordings to the cloud or any external server. To avoid losing recordings, make sure you back up your device regularly.
Can I rename a session?
Section titled “Can I rename a session?”Yes. In the Sessions list, swipe left on a session to reveal options, including the option to rename it.
What is “attack deviation”?
Section titled “What is “attack deviation”?”Attack deviation is how many cents away from the target pitch your note was when you first played it. A high attack deviation means you are consistently overshooting or undershooting the target pitch at the start of notes — a common issue that benefits from mental pitch preparation (singing or audiating the pitch before playing).
What is “sustain deviation”?
Section titled “What is “sustain deviation”?”Sustain deviation is how many cents your pitch drifted from the target while you were holding the note. A high sustain deviation means your pitch wanders after the initial attack. Long-tone exercises focused on maintaining steady pitch are the most effective way to reduce sustain deviation.
How do I use session stats to improve my playing?
Section titled “How do I use session stats to improve my playing?”Look for patterns across multiple sessions:
- Consistently high attack deviation on specific notes: focus on pitch matching before playing — sing the note first, then play.
- High sustain deviation: add long-tone practice at a slow tempo with the tuner active.
- Consistent sharpness or flatness on specific notes: check fingering, embouchure, or bow contact point for those notes specifically.
- Compare sessions over time: record the same passage or exercise across multiple sessions and watch your scores improve as your intonation develops.
How do I slow down a recording to analyze it?
Section titled “How do I slow down a recording to analyze it?”Open a session and tap the Analyze button. This opens the analyze mini-player. Tap the speed button (which shows the current rate, e.g., “1×”) and choose from ten playback speeds:
- 0× — drag the slider to scrub through and hold at any moment
- ¼×, ½×, ¾× — slow motion, useful for hearing pitch details in fast passages
- 1× — original speed (default)
- 1¼×, 1½×, 1¾×, 2×, 3× — faster than real time
Can I play a recording through the tuner?
Section titled “Can I play a recording through the tuner?”Yes. In the analyze mini-player, tap the tuner button to route the recording audio through the tuner in real time. The tuner display shows the pitch of the recording as it plays — the same display you see when playing live.
What is “release deviation”?
Section titled “What is “release deviation”?”Release deviation is how many cents your pitch moved from the target as the note ended. A high release deviation often indicates pitch dropping or scooping at the end of notes — a common issue in wind and string playing. Focus on maintaining support and consistent pitch through the full duration of each note.
Can I import an existing audio file into Sessions?
Section titled “Can I import an existing audio file into Sessions?”Yes, on iOS. Tap the audio file in the Files app, Mail, AirDrop, or any app that can share files, then choose Tunable from the share sheet or app chooser.
Supported formats: M4A, MP3, WAV, AIFF, CAF. Files not already in M4A are automatically converted. The imported file appears in your Sessions list and can be played back, analyzed for pitch accuracy, and organized into folders — exactly like a session you recorded yourself.
If you have a question about Sessions & Recordings that is not answered above, please contact us and we will be happy to help.