Perfect Pianov7.9.9

Released August 7, 2026Major

Android

The latest major update successfully introduced sound effect settings and MusicXML support, resulting in a 1.88-star rating increase on Android. This positive reception propelled the app to a category rank of 28. The update is a strong success, as users explicitly cite the new features as the primary driver for their improved experience.

What changed

New featureAdded distortion, reverb, and echo sound effect settings
New featureAdded support for MusicXML files

Reception

88/ 100 impact scoreStrongly Positive

What worked

New feature
The addition of sound effect settings and MusicXML support drove a 1.88-star rating increase on Android.

What didn't

New feature
no evidence
No negative impact was observed regarding the new features, though users expressed secondary dissatisfaction with existing instrument paywalls.

How it played out

Retrospective analysisAugust 25, 2026

The average rating improved by 1.88 stars following the release, supported by a significant increase in positive user feedback. The update successfully introduced new sound effect settings and file support, which users cite as primary drivers for the improved experience. Momentum appears strong as the app reached a category rank of 28.

+1.88 ★

Sentiment shift

New praises (1)

Users express satisfaction with the addition of sound effect settings and file supportmedium

New complaints (1)

Users report dissatisfaction with locked instruments and requests for ad-supported accesslow

Marlvel takeaways

The 1.88-star rating jump confirms high user demand for expanded audio customization and file compatibility.
User feedback indicates a desire for ad-supported access to locked instruments, suggesting a potential monetization pivot.
The category rank improvement to 28 validates the current feature set as a primary driver for market visibility.

Original release notes

1. Add distortion, reverb, echo sound SFX settings.
2. Add MusicXML support.