Clean guitar TAB, right in your browser.
You don't need heavy software to write a quick TAB.
notave lets you create professional-quality TAB & standard notation with a simple, intuitive interface.
Playback, print, and video export — all in your browser.
Professional-quality notation in real time
Seamlessly render standard notation and TAB simultaneously. Beyond time and key signatures, it covers repeat signs, volta brackets, D.S. al Coda, and more — letting you create professional-grade sheet music right in your browser.
From quick sketches to meticulous arrangements
Three input modes — Chord, Manual, and TAB — so you can rough out a progression in seconds or dial in every note. Pick the one that matches how you work.
Chord voicings, sorted for you
Select a chord name and instantly get guitar voicings — Drop 2, Drop 3, triads, spread voicings, and more. notave analyzes the surrounding progression to find the smoothest voice leading, so you always land on a fingering that actually feels good.
Hear your music instantly
Play back what you wrote on the spot. A 2 & 4 metronome and swing playback are built in, so you can use it for rhythm practice too.
From performance sharing to daily practice tracks
Export your charts as MP4 video with a scrolling cursor — YouTube (16:9), Shorts (9:16), or Square (1:1). Chroma key output lets you overlay notation on your performance footage. Great for social posts, lesson handouts, or practice clips you can pull up on your phone.
From detailed scores to gig-ready chord charts
One click switches between full staff/TAB notation and a clean lead-sheet chord chart. Arrange at home with all the detail you need, then pull up the changes at the session.
Who is notave for?
"I just need a simple TAB, not a full-blown notation app..."
Quickly TAB out a phrase or progression
No heavy software to install. Open your browser, write your TAB, and print it — professional quality, minimal effort.
"Creating lesson materials takes too long..."
Guitar Instructors
Put together lesson materials and study pieces in a fraction of the time. Hand students a vertical practice video they can watch on their phone, or a chord chart they can bring to the gig.
"I want to make videos with notation, but editing is such a hassle..."
Players Who Share on Social Media
Skip the screen recording. Export notation videos with a scrolling cursor and chroma key — ready to post or overlay on your performance footage.
System Requirements
| Feature | Chrome / Edge | Firefox | Safari |
|---|---|---|---|
| Score display & editing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Audio playback & metronome | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| JSON import/export | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| MIDI export (Pro only) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video export | ✓ | △ | △ |
- * Official support covers the latest versions of Chrome and Edge only.
- * Video export uses the WebCodecs API. It may work on Firefox and Safari, but is not covered by official support.
- * An internet connection is required for account login and subscription management.
How to Get Started
Try the Free Plan (No Sign-Up Required)
Simply visit the site and start using the basic features of the Free plan instantly — no registration needed.
Log In to Your Account
To save your charts or use the Pro plan, click the "Log In" button in the top-right corner and sign in securely with your Google account.
Upgrade to Pro
After logging in, open the menu from the user icon in the top-right corner and select "Upgrade to Pro".
Complete Payment & Unlock All Features
You will be redirected to the payment platform (Stripe). Enter your credit card information to complete the payment, and all Pro features will be available immediately.
Pricing
Free
$0
- Up to 8 measures
- Video export (with watermark)
- Print export (with watermark)
Pro
$6.99/mo
- Unlimited measures
- Video export (no watermark)
- Print export (no watermark)
- MIDI export
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do with the Free plan? How does it differ from Pro?
The Free plan supports score creation up to 8 measures, voicing auto-suggestion, playback, print, and video export. Pro ($6.99/month) removes the measure limit, drops the watermark on print and video export, and adds MIDI export.
How does the watermark look on Free plan video exports?
A "notave" logo watermark appears on a portion of exported videos and printed PDFs. Score creation, playback, and voicing suggestion themselves are not restricted, so the Free plan remains practical for everyday use.
Can I cancel Pro at any time? What happens after cancellation?
Yes, you can cancel at any time. After cancellation, Pro features remain available until the next renewal date. See the Legal Notice for details.
What payment methods do you accept? Refund policy?
Credit card payment only. Due to the nature of digital services, we do not offer refunds after purchase. However, you can cancel at any time and continue to use Pro features until the next renewal date. See the Legal Notice for details.
How is notave different from Guitar Pro or MuseScore?
notave is an install-free browser app whose unique strength is auto-suggesting guitar voicings (Drop 2, Drop 3, etc.) directly from a chord name. We prioritize the lightness of writing down a phrase or progression instantly without launching a heavyweight notation suite.
Can I export to MIDI? Which DAWs are supported?
MIDI export is available on the Pro plan. The exported standard MIDI file works with any DAW that accepts MIDI input — Logic Pro, Cubase, Studio One, Ableton Live, and others.
Can I export the score as PDF or MusicXML?
PDF (via print), MP4 video, and JSON (for saving and reloading inside notave) are supported. MusicXML is not supported at the moment, but we are open to adding it based on user requests.
Can I use notave offline?
Account login and subscription management require an internet connection, but score creation and editing themselves work offline once you are signed in.
Does notave work on smartphones / tablets?
Yes — notave runs on PC, mobile, and tablet in all major browsers.
Does it work in Safari or Firefox? What about video export?
Score viewing, editing, playback, JSON I/O, and MIDI export work in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari. Video export uses the WebCodecs API and is officially supported only in Chrome and Edge (it may work in Firefox / Safari but is not covered by support).
How accurate is the voicing auto-suggestion?
The engine generates multiple voicing candidates using practical algorithms — Drop 2, Drop 3, spread, rootless, fifth-omitted — and analyzes voice leading from the surrounding chords to mark the smoothest form as "Recommended".
Where is my data stored?
Score data is saved locally on your device (cloud sync is not currently supported). You can save and reload as JSON files to share between devices or with other users.
Are there tutorials or guides?
Yes — see the notave category in our blog for usage tips. The most relevant introductions are TAB notation basics and chord chart creation.
Where do I send questions or feature requests?
Please use the contact form. We do not offer phone support.
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