Fretlist

Fretlist is a cross-platform chord sheet and setlist manager designed specifically for musicians. It addresses the need for organizing, editing, and performing songs by providing a centralized platform where users can manage their entire music library. The tool allows musicians to import songs and setlists from sources such as OnSong, SongbookPro, and any ChordPro file, ensuring a smooth transition for users with existing libraries. Fretlist reads a variety of formats, including ChordPro, PDF, Word, and plain text, and converts them into clean, stage-ready chord sheets.

One of the key features of Fretlist is its commitment to data portability. Users can export their entire library at any time in multiple formats—ChordPro, PDF, Word, or plain text—ensuring that their music remains accessible and transferable. The platform natively supports the ChordPro open standard, allowing for easy import, editing, and export of chord sheets in a widely recognized format. This focus on open standards and the absence of data lock-in means musicians retain full control over their content.

Fretlist is built with flexibility in mind, enabling real-time synchronization across devices. Musicians can edit a song on a laptop, access it on a tablet during rehearsal, and perform it on a phone on stage, with all changes synced instantly. There is no need for cables, manual exports, or concern about which version is current. The platform is suitable for working musicians who require reliable, cross-device access to their chord sheets and setlists.

The tool also offers features such as on-the-fly transposition and offline access, catering to the practical needs of performers. Fretlist positions itself within the class of chord sheet and setlist management tools, emphasizing seamless migration from other platforms and ongoing accessibility of users' musical materials.