Mandolin Chords Compass Lite is a free iOS and macOS application developed by Max Schlee (Neonway) designed to help string musicians explore chord charts and finger positions. Core Functionality
Instrument Support: The app includes chord charts for Mandolin, Mandola, and Mandocello.
Algorithm-Driven Voicings: It uses a custom algorithm to calculate playable chord variations across 17 fretboard positions.
Audio Feedback: Users can tap any interactive diagram to hear the authentic acoustic sound of the selected chord.
Layout Adaptability: Features fully adjustable volume controls and a left-handed mode for inverted layouts.
GarageBand Integration: On the macOS version, users can drag and drop chord diagrams directly into music editors as MIDI or image files. Lite Version vs. Full Version
Lite Version (Free): Provides full functional testing but strictly limits chord generation to 4 root notes (C, C#, D, and D#).
Full Version (Paid Upgrade): Unlocks the complete 12-note chromatic scale, expanding the library to over 8,000 total chords across 56 variations. Technical Details
Compatibility: Requires iOS 15.0 or later for mobile devices, or macOS 10.13 or later for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
Localization: The application interface is translated into 33 languages.
Data Privacy: The developer does not collect or track any user data from this application. Mandolin Chords Compass Lite – App Store
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