ChordPulse is a Windows virtual backing band that converts typed chord progressions into full accompaniments for practice, improvisation, and songwriting within minutes. It doubles as accompaniment software, a bass‑plus‑drums groove box, or a chorded metronome, so musicians can craft jam tracks fast without mastering a DAW.
What ChordPulse does
Enter chords, pick a style, and start playing while freely changing key and tempo in real time for instant feedback. It’s built for woodshedding, quick improv backings, and sketching song ideas, with one‑click style swaps that can flip a pop feel to reggae or swing in seconds.
Key capabilities
183 music styles deliver a broad palette across blues, rock, pop, jazz, and more.
36 chord types with inversions and slash chords support harmonically rich progressions.
Real‑time edits to chords, tempo, and key keep experimentation seamless during playback.
Arrangement points insert breaks, endings, and instrument changes at any beat to shape form.
Looping, repeat modes, precount, and optional fade out speed focused practice and tidy endings.
Metronome with optional bass and chord notes builds timing inside harmonic context.
Master tune and reference tones enable precise tuning for guitar, piano, and other instruments.
Export as standard MIDI to refine backing parts later in any DAW.
100‑step undo/redo with action history invites fearless trial and error.
Over 60 preset progressions and 70 sample sessions help you start fast and learn by example.
A tiny installer (~5 MB) and snappy UI make it quick to install and easy to grasp.
Who it’s for
Instrumentalists and vocalists seeking customizable jam tracks to improve timing, intonation, and stylistic fluency.
Songwriters wanting a rapid sketchpad to audition grooves, swap genres, transpose instantly, and export parts for later arranging.
Teachers and students who need adjustable, motivating practice materials with looping, precount, and incremental difficulty.
Quick workflow
1) Enter a basic progression, choose a backing style, hit Play, then tweak tempo and key as needed. 2) Drop arrangement points to automate breaks or bring in drums, bass, or chord layers later in the form. 3) Use loop/repeat for targeted drills, then export MIDI if you plan further production.
Practice and sound design
Arrangement points can independently toggle drums, bass, and chords, so you can start with chord‑only beds and add rhythm section elements as you advance. The mixer exposes detailed control—down to drum nuances and chord layers—letting you tailor jam tracks for guitar or piano practice without complicating the workflow.
System requirements
Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10; Windows S mode is not supported.
Administrator rights are required for installation and use.
Playback needs a General MIDI–compatible software or hardware synth.
Use the English alphabet for folder and file names, and any text I/O within the app.
