MIDI vs. Audio Practice: Which One Should You Use?

ScorePlayer.app supports both MIDI input (digital keyboards) and audio input (via microphone). But which mode should you choose for your practice sessions? Let’s look at the pros and cons of each.

MIDI Input

• ✅ Extremely accurate note detection
• ✅ Instant feedback with no background noise interference
• ✅ Works perfectly for digital pianos and keyboards
• ❌ Requires a MIDI keyboard and cable/USB connection

Audio Input

• ✅ Works with any acoustic instrument (piano, guitar, violin…)
• ✅ No special equipment required — just your microphone
• ❌ Slightly less accurate due to room noise and tuning variations
• ❌ May require calibration for best results

Which one is best?

If you have a digital piano or MIDI keyboard, MIDI is the best choice for accuracy and reliability. But if you’re playing on an acoustic instrument, audio mode makes interactive practice possible without extra hardware.

➤ Whichever you choose, ScorePlayer.app adapts to your instrument and helps you practice effectively.