TURN ANY SONG INTO SHEET MUSIC

To transcribe means to turn music (as an audio signal) into notes (as symbolised information). In otherwords, it’s the process of listening to a Song and figuring out the notes by repedingly listening to it and writing them down by hand in the process.

Sounds tedious, right? That’s where the Klangio Apps come in! 

With the power of our AI Magic, we’re able to transcribe music for you within seconds into Sheet Music, MIDI, MusicXML and Guitar Pro Files. Since a perfect transcription should recreate the instructions for each Instrument played in a song, the accuracy of the Klangio transcription is dependent of various factors. Continue reading to find out more.

If you have an audio file on your computer that you’d like to transcribe into musical notes, follow these steps using our web app:

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1. Audio File Quality Check:
   • Ensure the recording quality is good.
   • Verify that the recording is dry, without excessive effects.
   • Confirm the playing is precise.
   • Make sure the recording features the right and singled-out instrument.
2.  Choose Your Product: Open your browser and go to klang.io. Choose the product that suits your instrument:
   • Piano2Notes
   • Sing2Notes
   • Guitar2Tabs (including bass guitars)
3.  Upload Your Recording: Drag and drop your recording into the designated box on the website. Provide a title, name the author, and accept the terms and conditions.
4.  Optional Information: Add any additional information to enhance the transcription quality. For Guitar2Tabs users transcribing bass, select “bass guitar” under the instruments.
5. Initiate Transcription: Click on “Transcribe.” In a matter of seconds, you’ll receive a demo transcription of your recording.
6.  Playback and Options: Play back your transcription by clicking the play button. Navigate the timeline or click on individual notes to skip to specific points. Switch between the original audio and the transcribed audio.
7.  Download and Share: Download the transcription as a PDF for printing or sharing. Copy the transcription link to share it via messenger.
8.  Provide Feedback: Share your feedback on the quality of your transcription. Click on the rating section at the top and add a comment if desired.
9.  Full Transcription: If satisfied with the initial 20 seconds, scroll down and click on “Transcribe Full Audio.”
10.  Explore Additional Features: Access more features, such as downloading the transcription in different formats and the edit mode.

If you’re eager to record yourself playing and transcribe it instantly, our Klangio mobile apps are here to guide you through the process.

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1. Download the App: Visit the App Store or Google Play and download the Klangio app that suits your instrument (Piano2Notes, Sing2Notes, or Guitar2Tabs). Search for “Klangio” or use the link in the description.
2.  Log In or Create an Account: Open the app and log into your Klangio account, or create one if you haven’t already.
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4. Recording Options: In the tabs below, choose to upload an audio file if you’ve recorded it already, or select the option to record directly with your phone.
5. Recording Process: Place your phone close to your instrument. Click the record button and start playing after the countdown. Stop recording by pressing the button again.
6. Quality Check: Listen back to your recording and assess:
   • Is the recording quality okay?
   • Ensure the built-in mic of smartphones is adequate.
   • If distorted, adjust the phone’s distance from your instrument.
   • Is the recording dry, without excessive effects?
   • Play precisely to ensure accurate transcription.
   • Use the right and singled-out instrument for the app.
7.  Upload and Transcribe: Name your song and add details like playing style, key, tempo, and time signature. For Guitar2Tabs users transcribing bass, edit the instrument accordingly. Click “Upload Free” for a preview or proceed to a full transcription.
8. Viewing Transcription: Wait for the transcription to be completed in the songbook. Tap on your song to view the piano sheet. Play back the transcription, adjust playback speeds, and switch between the original and transcribed audio.
9. Download and Share: Download the PDF of the piano sheet in the top right corner. Share it with friends or print it out.
10. Full Transcription: If satisfied with the preview, select your song, scroll down, and tap on “Transcribe Full Audio.” View the full sheet and access all export formats.
11. Additional Features: Check out the video on different download formats in the playlist for a detailed explanation. Note that all your songs are available in the web version’s songbook, offering additional features like the edit mode.
12. Feedback and Interaction: Share your feedback or suggest features through the app’s feedback tab.  We value your input and love to hear from you <3.

If you’ve transcribed something with Klangio and wish to revisit those transcriptions, the Songbook feature in your Klangio account has you covered. 

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1. Accessing the Songbook: Log into your Klangio account. Click on the “Songbook” button at the top.
   
   
2. Viewing Transcriptions: In the Songbook, you’ll find a list of all the songs you’ve transcribed. Click on the title of a song to view its transcription.
   
   
3. Additional Songbook Features: At the top, there’s a section to transcribe new songs. Drag and drop an audio file or paste a YouTube link to transcribe. Use the search bar to quickly find previous transcriptions by typing in terms. The actions column offers options to download, rename, delete, or retranscribe a song.
   
   
4. Editing Transcriptions: Edit additional information to enhance the quality of your transcriptions. Refund a full transcription if you’re unsatisfied or accidentally completed it, reclaiming your ticket for another attempt.
   
   
5. Mobile App Integration: The mobile applications feature a synchronized Songbook. Log into the same account on both the web version and the apps to access your masterpieces across devices.

With these features, your transcriptions are easily accessible on both your PC and phone whenever you need them. 

Did you know that Klangio applications offer more export formats than just sheet music PDFs? Let’s explore these formats and what you can do with them.

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1. PDF Export: The most basic form is exporting as a PDF. Useful for printing or displaying directly on your device for reference while playing. Note: PDFs are static and cannot be edited.
   
   
2. MIDI Export: Exporting as MIDI provides a digital representation of notes, commonly used in music production. Unlike PDFs, you’ll need a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) like Reaper to view and edit MIDI files. Edit notes, add or delete them, and play them back using virtual instruments loaded into the DAW.
   
   Regular MIDI vs. Unquantized MIDI: Regular MIDI is quantized, fitting notes into a fixed measurement for synchronization with a metronome during playback. Unquantized MIDI is raw, perfectly lining up with your original recording, even if the tempo changed during playing.
3. MusicXML Export: MusicXML is displayed as sheet music but remains editable. View with music composition or notation software like MuseScore or Finale. Edit notes, add new ones, delete, and play back the song using virtual instruments.
   
   
4. GuitarPro Project File (for Guitar2Tabs users): Specifically for Guitar2Tabs transcriptions, download a GuitarPro project. Similar to MusicXML but also displays TABs, a common notation for guitars. Use software like Guitar Pro or Tux Guitar for editing by dragging and dropping the file into the software.
   
   
5. Editing Within Klangio: Did you know you can edit your Klangio transcriptions without external software? Check out the “There are Mistakes in my Transcription How can I fix them?”section below 😉

Feel free to explore these formats and find the one that best suits your needs.

If you’ve just transcribed something but aren’t satisfied with the outcome, don’t worry—we’ve got several options to help improve your transcriptions. In this video, we’ll explore them all.

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1. Check Recording Quality: First, double-check the recording quality by asking:
   • Is the recording dry without excessive effects?
   • Is the playing precise?
   • Is it a recording of the right and singled-out instrument?
   • If the answer is no to any of these questions, re-recording might be more effective than editing.
     
     
2.  Retranscribing: The easiest fix is retranscribing: Go to your Songbook. Search for your song and click on “Retranscribe” in the action menu. Adjust key, time signature, mode, and more. Click “Transcribe” to see if the errors are fixed. Repeat as needed to find the best settings for your recording.
   
   
3. Edit Mode: Another option is the Edit Mode: Click on the “Edit Mode” button in the top left corner of your transcription. Edit the sheet without transcribing again. Adjust song signatures or use the pickup to shift in-time notes. Revert changes or save once satisfied. 
   
   
4. Feedback and Improvement: Let us know if you miss a feature in the Edit Mode—rate your transcription and write a comment to let us know! Your feedback, positive or negative, is crucial for our continuous improvement. We’re committed to enhancing the quality of our transcriptions, and your input is highly valued <3
   
   
5. Download and Edit: Download your transcription as MIDI or MusicXML. Edit it in the software of your choice.