TuneHertz: Chromatic Tuner

TuneHertz: Chromatic Tuner

By Aliaksei Saskevich

TuneHertz is a chromatic tuner for guitar, bass, and ukulele that visualizes pitch deviation on iOS.

The App DNA

What makes this app unique?

Musicians use TuneHertz to replace physical tuning forks or hardware tuners with a visual, microphone-based detection tool that removes the need for manual pitch matching.

For Musicians playing guitar, bass, or ukulele who require a simple, fast, and visual tuning tool.

What does it look like?

Key features

Chromatic Tunerstandard

Real-time pitch detection for any instrument using the device microphone.

Manual Tuning Modestandard

Reference pitch playback at 440Hz for tuning by ear.

Instrument Presetsstandard

Automatic string recognition for guitar, bass, and ukulele.

How much does it cost?

freeFree

TuneHertz is distributed as a free utility with no visible monetization gates or subscription tiers.

Velocity

Dormant developmentopaqueShow more...

TuneHertz: Chromatic Tuner has not received a single update in 1,711 days. The development momentum is non-existent, as the app remains on its initial version from late 2021. There is no evidence of active maintenance or feature development for this product.

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Who built it?

Aliaksei Saskevich

1 app tracked · Music

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User Sentiment

What do users think recently?

Fresh user feedback skews mixed.

How are ratings & reviews evolving?

App Store
0.00 · 0

What users say, by theme

What Frustrates Users
  • Inaccurate pitch detection logic causes the app to display conflicting note names during standard guitar tuning

1 of 1 recent reviews analyzed · limited sample

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Competition

Competitive landscape for TuneHertz: Chromatic Tuner

How's the Music market?

TuneHertz occupies a zero-monetization niche in the Music category, relying on a 2021 feature set that has not received updates in 1,711 days.

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The rivals identified

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The Analyst's Read

Key takeaways for TuneHertz: Chromatic Tuner

Where is it heading?

The tuning utility market is consolidating around apps with frequent update cadences and high-precision detection algorithms. TuneHertz is exposed due to its 1,711-day update gap, which leaves the product unable to compete with modern, maintained alternatives.

  • The 1,711-day update gap indicates the app is in maintenance-only mode, which prevents it from addressing current pitch-detection logic errors.
  • Inaccurate pitch detection logic drives negative sentiment, which compounds the risk of user churn to more frequently updated tuning alternatives.

The SWOT

Core Strengths
  • Minimalist interface provides low-friction tuning for standard instruments
Critical Frictions 2 weaknesses inside
Growth Levers
  • Implementing a paid Pro tier could fund development for pitch-detection accuracy
Market Threats 1 threat identified

Next best moves

1 Pivot · 1 Sunset

Audit pitch detection logic because current oscillations between notes drive negative user sentiment → stabilize core utility

+ 1 more prioritized move

The counter-intuitive read

The lack of monetization is not a strength but a signal of abandonment…

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Since the last report: The product strategy has shifted from a focus on functional repair to a formal recommendation for sunsetting the build due to the 1,711-day update gap. No functional improvements have been implemented, and the app remains in a state of abandonment.

Bottom line

TuneHertz remains a legacy utility that fails to provide reliable pitch detection, and the lack of development since 2021 suggests the product is effectively abandoned.

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FAQ

Is TuneHertz suitable for professional musicians?
No. Users report the app oscillates between different notes and displays conflicting frequency data, making it unreliable for professional use.
Does TuneHertz require an internet connection?
No. TuneHertz uses the device microphone to detect pitch locally, though the app has not been updated since 2021.
What is a free alternative to TuneHertz?
There are many frequently updated tuning apps in the Music category that offer more stable pitch detection than TuneHertz, which has not been updated in over 1,700 days.

Sources

  1. [1] App Store, source

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What's new

The product strategy has shifted from a focus on functional repair to a formal recommendation for sunsetting the build due to the 1,711-day update gap. No functional improvements have been implemented, and the app remains in a state of abandonment.

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Monetization Opportunity

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Sunset Recommendation

Cite this report

Marlvel.ai. “TuneHertz: Chromatic Tuner Intelligence Report.” Updated Aug 14, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/apps/tunehertz-chromatic-tuner

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