Capture a chorus idea during commute
From spark to saved project in seconds
Open Suonote, record a melody memo, save lyric lines, and attach quick chords before the idea fades.
Suonote: Your Song Ideas, All in One Place.
Capture, structure, write, and record songs on iPhone with one music app instead of switching between Notes and Voice Memos.
Features
Everything Your Idea Needs
Autoplay runs when idle. Hover or focus the accordion to pause.
Songwriting Flow
Why Songwriters Choose Suonote
Ideas get scattered.
Lyrics in Notes.
Voice memos somewhere else.
Chords in your head.
Suonote keeps everything connected.
- No more fragmented workflow
- Built for the moment inspiration strikes
- Private by default, iCloud optional
How It Works
A Songwriting Workflow Built for iPhone
Suonote replaces fragmented note-taking with one continuous composition flow from idea capture to export.
Step 1
Capture the first spark
Create a project in seconds and save melody, lyric, or rhythm ideas before they disappear.
Step 2
Define musical context
Set key, mode, BPM, and time signature so every decision stays connected to the same song direction.
Step 3
Build sections and harmony
Arrange verse, chorus, and bridge sections with chord timelines by bars and beats.
Step 4
Write and record in context
Add lyrics per section and record takes linked to the arrangement for faster iteration.
Step 5
Export a production-ready draft
Share MIDI, chord charts, reports, and portable project files for collaboration or DAW sessions.
Studio
Sketch The Sound Instantly
Generate quick instrument drafts based on your chord progression. Explore styles without opening a full DAW.
- Piano-roll editor
- Drum step editor
- Volume, pan and FX controls
- MIDI export
Use Cases
Real Songwriting Scenarios
Designed for daily creative situations where speed and structure matter the most.
Prepare a co-writing session
Arrive with structure already clear
Arrive with song sections, tempo, chord flow, and vocal reference takes already organized in one project.
Draft production-ready demos faster
Reduce pre-production setup time
Use Studio generation and track edits to build a solid sketch before opening Logic Pro, Ableton, or another DAW.
Turn rough notes into structured songs
Keep context connected from day one
Move from scattered notes to a clear arrangement with lyrics, harmonic timeline, and exportable deliverables.
Comparison
Suonote vs Fragmented Songwriting Tools
Why creators switch from disconnected apps to a project-based songwriting system.
| Workflow Area | Fragmented Tools |  |
|---|---|---|
| Idea capture | Scattered across Notes and Voice Memos | Everything starts in one project workspace |
| Song structure | Arrangement decisions are usually delayed | Sections and timeline are part of early drafting |
| Lyrics + harmony | Lyrics and chords often live in separate places | Lyrics and chord events stay linked per section |
| Recording context | Audio snippets lose arrangement context | Takes can be linked to specific song sections |
| DAW handoff | Manual reconstruction before production | Exportable draft with MIDI, charts, and project data |
Export & Compatibility
Built for Real Delivery, Not Just Ideas
Suonote helps you leave every writing session with assets ready for collaboration, production, and archiving.
Use Suonote as your songwriting source of truth, then hand off clean material to bandmates, producers, or your full DAW session.
Export formats
- MIDI export
- Chord chart export
- PDF-ready charts
- Text project report
- Portable .suonote project files
Compatibility
- iOS 17+ workflow
- Local-first offline support
- Optional private iCloud sync
- Project deep links
- Apple Shortcuts and App Intents
Who It's For
Made for Modern Song Creators
From solo writers to collaborative teams, Suonote supports fast capture and structured composition.
Songwriters
Capture lyrics, chord movement, and arrangement ideas in one place while writing.
Producers
Receive cleaner draft context before opening a DAW and shorten pre-production time.
Topliners
Track section-level melodic and lyrical concepts with reference takes per song part.
Indie Artists
Build complete demo-ready sketches without managing multiple disconnected apps.
Bands and Co-writers
Share organized draft outputs and align faster on structure, tempo, and harmony.
Music Students
Practice songwriting with explicit key, mode, and progression context on every project.
From Spark to Structured Song
Suonote is built for iPhone songwriting: capture an idea in seconds, develop sections and harmony, then export a draft ready for production or collaboration.
Capture the Idea
Record a melody or write the first lyric.
Build the Structure
Add sections, chords, and harmony.
Sketch and Share
Create a draft and export MIDI or chord charts.
Created by
Martin Poblet
A passionate front-end developer and creative technologist with over 10 years of experience crafting exceptional digital experiences. I combine code, design, and innovation to bring ideas to life.
10+
Years Experience
Building digital products
50+
Projects Completed
Across various technologies
100%
Client Satisfaction
Quality and commitment
24/7
Creative Momentum
Always refining ideas
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about Suonote features, iOS workflow, exports, sync, and privacy.
Is Suonote a full DAW?
No. Suonote focuses on songwriting workflow: capture ideas, organize sections, write lyrics, record takes, and prepare structured drafts before moving into a full DAW if needed.
Who is Suonote built for?
Suonote is built for songwriters, producers, topliners, and musicians who want to go from first spark to a shareable draft without fragmented tools.
Which devices and OS versions are supported?
Suonote is a native iOS app designed for iPhone and iPad workflows, with support targeted at iOS 17 and later for smooth performance and sync.
What can I store inside one project?
Each project can include title and tags, key and BPM, section arrangement, chord timelines, lyrics by section, recordings, and optional Studio tracks.
Can I organize ideas by status and tags?
Yes. You can manage projects with statuses like Idea, In Progress, Polished, Finished, and Archived, plus tags and search across titles and lyrics.
Can I record audio takes inside Suonote?
Yes. You can record takes with metronome and count-in, classify them by type, favorite important takes, and link recordings to specific sections.
How does Studio help with production sketches?
Studio lets you generate and edit quick instrument drafts, adjust mix and FX controls, edit notes in piano-roll and drum views, and iterate without leaving the project.
Can I export my songs and project data?
Yes. Suonote supports exports such as MIDI, chord charts, PDF-ready material, text reports, and portable project files for handoff and collaboration.
Can I sync between my Apple devices?
Yes. Optional private iCloud sync is available through your own iCloud account, keeping projects aligned across compatible devices.
Does Suonote work offline?
Yes. Suonote is local-first, so core songwriting and recording flows work without an active internet connection.
How does Suonote handle privacy?
Suonote is privacy-first: no ads, no third-party trackers, and no external analytics SDKs. Your music data remains under your control.
Does Suonote support deep links and Apple Shortcuts?
Yes. The app supports project deep links and App Intents, so you can trigger fast idea capture flows from Siri and Shortcuts.
Can I work with different key modes and harmonic colors?
Yes. Suonote supports major, minor, modal, harmonic and melodic minor variants, plus chord-quality options for richer progression drafting.
Can Suonote help before I open Logic Pro, Ableton, or another DAW?
Yes. Suonote is designed as a pre-production songwriting layer so you can arrive in your DAW with structure, chords, lyrics, and reference takes already organized.
Is my data cloud-shared publicly?
No. If you enable sync, data stays in your private iCloud container rather than in a public shared database.
Stop Losing Great Ideas.
Keep chords, lyrics, and recordings together
from the first spark to a structured draft.
