Flat updates, August 2023: Recorder fingering, new instruments, updated drag-n-drop on mobile, low CPU slider for playback, and more!

Hello everyone,

As always, we want to keep you in the loop on our latest Flat product updates:

Editor

Mobile apps

The community

Editor

Recorder Fingering

We're thrilled to announce a new update that makes playing the recorder even easier. Now you don't have to worry about creating finger charts yourself – our latest feature does it for you automatically.

Recorder fingering



To enable this feature, go to your instrument settings and enable the recorder fingering:

Enabling recorder fingering in Flat

Whether you're just starting out or you've already developed some skills, this improvement will make learning and practicing music simpler and more enjoyable. Give it a try and watch your recorder playing improve!

New instruments

We're excited to announce some new instruments, as we know they're one of your favorite features!

This month we've added:

  • Erhu:
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  • 9 new bass synths:
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Synth bass 808 2
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Synth bass 808 3
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Synth bass 808 4
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Synth bass 808 5
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Synth bass 808 6
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Synth bass 808 7
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Synth bass 808 8
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Synth bass 808 9
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Can you already picture some exciting new things you can make now? We're really looking forward to hearing what you create on our community page.



Mobile apps

Updated drag-n-drop on mobile to change pitch

We recently introduced easier ways to change notes on mobile and added a drag-n-drop system (dedicated article here). After that, we worked on improving this new experience. Now, we're bringing you a simpler way to adjust notes on mobile!

Updated drag-n-drop on mobile to change pitch

In our mobile apps, you can now modify selected notes without having to click exactly on the note head!


Low CPU slider for the playback


Instead of using a moving vertical line during playback, you can now use a fixed rectangle to display the current measure. This change will help lower-end devices perform better and enhance the overall playback experience.


Low CPU slider for the playback


The community

July challenge

Last month we invited you to reflect on a moment where hope has been essential in overcoming a situation, then writing a song about how that kind of hope feels for you. We'll announce the winner very soon, so stay tuned!

Find out more here.

Composer of the month


This month, we're featuring Lucas Smith, a rising composer in the Flat community. Discover their story in this article!

New articles


If you haven't read them yet:

✍🏽 Effective Time Management Strategies for Musicians: Reaching Your Goals

This article won't give you typical tips and tricks for improving productivity. Instead, I wanted to share some useful insights I've learned to use myself. These have helped me understand what truly matters to me, musically speaking, and how I can prioritize tasks to achieve my goals.

✍🏽 Mastering Tablature Writing with Flat's Intuitive Interface

In this article, we explore the concept of tablature, highlighting its user-friendly nature and its ability to simplify the translation of musical ideas onto the fretboard. Additionally, we share some tips on how to personalize your scores and elevate them to a professional level in Flat.

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