Fine Chromatic Tuner
Fine Chromatic Tuner is a lightweight instrument tuning utility for macOS that displays the exact frequency and pitch of sounds captured through a microphone. It is designed for musicians tuning guitars, wind instruments, and other string and percussion instruments, providing real-time frequency readout across a range of approximately 70 Hz to 550 Hz. The app runs as a simple standalone window and does not require a microphone to be plugged in — it can work with a Mac's built-in microphone or an external USB mic. It appeals to casual musicians and learners who need a basic, free chromatic tuner without extra features.
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1 suggestionWe could not confirm whether a native Apple Silicon build of Fine Chromatic Tuner exists — the search results we gathered contain no clear information about the app's architecture, vendor contact details, or development status. The bundle ID and limited public presence suggest this may be an older or less actively maintained utility. If you rely on this app, contact the developer directly (you may be able to reach them through the macOS App Store or the vendor's support channel if one is listed) to ask whether a native Apple Silicon build is planned or available. Because an Intel-only build will stop launching entirely when Apple removes Rosetta 2 in macOS 28 (September 2028), it is important to clarify this before that deadline. In the meantime, if you need a backup tuner, free or low-cost native alternatives for Apple Silicon include GarageBand (which includes a chromatic tuner and comes free with every Mac), or dedicated tuner apps such as Tune or Pitch (both available on the Mac App Store and confirmed to run natively on M-series Macs).
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