Better than Melody Scanner - For Real Music, Not Just Solo Practice

Melody Scanner handles solo instruments well. We excel at real-world music - bands, orchestras, and mixed recordings that need separation first.

✓ Mixed recordings mastery vs ✗ Solo instruments only
✓ Handles complex music vs ✗ Struggles with 'more than a couple things'
✓ Stem separation first vs ✗ Direct transcription only
✓ Local processing vs ✗ Cloud uploads required
Mixed recording specialist Separation + transcription Complex music mastery

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Why Users Switch from Melody Scanner

Mixed Recording Mastery

Melody Scanner 'really can't pick out the music if it's got more than a couple things going' (user review). We separate complex recordings first, then transcribe each part perfectly

Separation Before Transcription

Instead of struggling with mixed audio, isolate the piano from a full band recording, THEN transcribe it cleanly - something Melody Scanner can't do

Better Accuracy for Complex Music

Melody Scanner transforms songs into notes 'rather than providing an accurate transcription' (review). Our two-step process delivers true accuracy

Complete Privacy Control

Process everything locally in your browser - no cloud uploads required like Melody Scanner's server-side processing

Mixed Recording vs Solo Comparison

Feature Music Demixer Melody Scanner
Recording Types Supported ✓ Solo + mixed recordings ✓ Solo instruments only
Complex Music Handling ✓ Separation first approach ✗ Struggles with multiple instruments
Stem Separation ✓ Full 6-stem isolation ✗ Not available
Transcription Length ✓ No length restrictions ✗ 40 bars (~2min) free limit
Instrument Support ✓ Piano, guitar, violin, flute, etc. ✓ Piano, guitar, violin, flute, etc.
Privacy ✓ 100% local processing ✗ Cloud processing required
Free Tier ✓ 3 complete jobs/month ✓ Demo transcriptions only

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Upload Any Recording

Solo instruments, bands, orchestras • MP3, WAV, any format

2

Separate if Needed

For mixed recordings, isolate specific instruments first for cleaner transcription

3

Generate Sheet Music

Get accurate notation for any instrument without switching between apps

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  • ✓ 3 jobs per month
  • ✓ Basic quality
  • ✓ All features work
  • ✗ Premium AI models
  • ✗ Unlimited usage

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$9.99 USD / month
  • ✓ Unlimited jobs
  • ✓ Premium AI models
  • ✓ Highest quality results
  • ✓ Best separation accuracy
  • ✓ Perfect for professionals

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the main difference between Music Demixer and Melody Scanner?

Melody Scanner excels at transcribing clean, solo instrument recordings - piano, guitar, flute, violin, etc. Music Demixer specializes in mixed recordings by separating instruments first, then transcribing each part cleanly - perfect for full band songs.

Can Melody Scanner handle mixed recordings?

User reviews show Melody Scanner 'really can't pick out the music if it's got more than a couple things going.' We solve this by isolating individual instruments from complex mixes before transcription.

What about Melody Scanner's 40-bar limit?

Melody Scanner's free tier limits transcriptions to about 40 bars (roughly 2 minutes). Our free tier provides 3 complete transcription jobs per month with no length restrictions.

When should I use each tool?

Choose Melody Scanner for clean solo recordings. Choose Music Demixer for mixed recordings that need separation first, or when working with full band tracks where individual parts are buried in the mix.

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Separate instruments from complex music, then transcribe each part perfectly

Music Demixer vs. Melody Scanner: Mixed Recording Specialists

Melody Scanner excels at transcribing solo instruments from clean recordings - piano, guitar, flute, violin, saxophone, bass, and vocals. Their free demo transcriptions are completely free but limited to about 40 bars (roughly 2 minutes), with full transcriptions available through their main app.

Why Musicians Choose Music Demixer for Complex Audio

1. Mixed Recording Mastery

User reviews reveal Melody Scanner "really can't pick out the music if it's got more than a couple things going." Music Demixer solves this by separating complex recordings first, then transcribing each isolated part.

2. Separation Before Transcription

Instead of struggling with mixed audio, isolate the piano from a full band recording, THEN transcribe it cleanly - something Melody Scanner can't do with overlapping instruments.

3. Better Accuracy for Complex Music

Melody Scanner transforms songs into notes "rather than providing an accurate transcription" according to user reviews. Our two-step separation process delivers true accuracy from mixed sources.

4. Complete Privacy Control

Process everything locally in your browser - no cloud uploads required like Melody Scanner's server-side processing. Perfect for unreleased material and maintaining complete control.

The Mixed Recording Advantage

Melody Scanner's strength is transcribing clean, solo instrument recordings. Music Demixer's unique capability: take any mixed recording (band, orchestra, live performance), separate the instruments you want, then transcribe those clean stems to sheet music with superior accuracy.

When to Choose Each Tool

For musicians working with mixed recordings, complex arrangements, or full band tracks where individual parts need isolation, Music Demixer provides the separation-first workflow that delivers accurate transcription from challenging source material.