TuxGuitar

TuxGuitar is a free open-source music composition and notation software, designed for guitarists and bassists. It can be used to create, edit, and play back tablature and sheet music for guitar, bass, and other fretted instruments. TuxGuitar runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Features

TuxGuitar offers many features for composing and editing music, including:

• Tablature and standard notation
• Customizable guitar and bass fretboards
• MIDI input and output
• Various effects and amplifiers
• Drum notation
• Score and lead sheet arrangements
• Import and export to various file formats (GP3, GP4, GP5, MIDI, MusicXML, PDF)

Getting Started

To start using TuxGuitar, you can download the latest version from the official website: tuxguitar.com. After installing, you can open the software and begin creating your own music.

Usage

Creating a new file

To create a new file, click File > New or press Ctrl + N. You can choose from various templates or create a blank document.

Adding notes

To add notes, select the desired note duration and click on a fret on the guitar or bass fretboard. You can also use the keyboard to enter notes.

Editing notes

To edit notes, select the note and use the available editing tools, such as Copy, Cut, Paste, Delete, Transpose, and Reverse.

Playback

To play back your music, click on the Play button or press F5. You can adjust the playback speed and volume from the Play Options menu.

Exporting

To export your music, click File > Export or press Ctrl + E. You can choose the desired format and location.

Conclusion

TuxGuitar is a powerful and easy-to-use tool for guitarists and bassists to create, edit, and play back music. With its various features and file format support, it is an ideal choice for musicians of all levels.