AnthemScore by Lunaverus

AnthemScore is an AI-powered music transcription tool by Lunaverus that converts audio files like MP3 and WAV into sheet music. It uses machine learning to detect notes, beats, and instruments, producing editable sheet music in MusicXML format. The software supports Windows, Mac, and Linux, offering a one-time purchase model with no subscription. It comes in three editions — Lite, Professional, and Studio — with varying features like spectrogram viewing and advanced editing tools.

The Automatic Note Detection feature analyzes audio to identify notes and organize them into measures, often requiring minimal user input. Users can adjust transcriptions using a Note Threshold Slider or right-click to edit individual notes. The software supports multiple audio formats (MP3, WAV, FLAC, OGG) and exports to MusicXML for use in programs like MuseScore or Finale. Additional tools include playback speed adjustment, instrument-specific presets, and spectrogram visualization.

AnthemScore excels with single-instrument or simple tracks but may struggle with complex polyphonic audio, requiring manual corrections. Processing times vary, with CUDA-enabled NVIDIA GPUs speeding up note detection significantly. The interface is functional but dated, and the software can be resource-intensive, especially for longer tracks or older hardware.

Compared to competitors like ScoreCloud and AudioScore Ultimate, AnthemScore offers more editing control but lacks real-time transcription. Its one-time purchase is costlier upfront than subscription-based alternatives but avoids recurring fees. The free trial generates 30 seconds of sheet music, allowing users to test its capabilities.

For best results, start with short, simple audio files and use the tutorials on Lunaverus’ website. Adjust the number of processor threads in preferences to manage resource usage. Experiment with the free trial before committing to a purchase.