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Scaler 3
What Scaler 3 is
Scaler 3 is a paid music composition workstation for exploring harmony, arranging ideas, and learning music theory. Its library contains more than 1,000 chord sets, keys, and modes grouped by mood, artist, and genre. The software detects chords, keys, and scales from MIDI or audio and suggests compatible chords. Reverse chord lookup, a progression generator, voicing exploration, and chord playback support different harmony workflows. The Arrange page places chords, melody, bass, and phrases on synchronized timeline lanes with adjustable clips. Scaler 3 can host third-party VST and AU instruments and effects, or route MIDI to external instruments and plugins. Listed DAW compatibility includes Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Studio One, Bitwig, Reaper, and Reason. Desktop editions require 64-bit macOS 10.14 or later or Windows 8 or later. The iPad edition is sold separately for $14.99, paid once at its introductory price, with a regular price of $19.99 USD, and supports AUv3.
Who it suits
It suits producers, composers, and musicians from beginners to professionals who want harmony tools and timeline arranging. It is available on Windows, macOS, iPad, and listed DAWs.
What it does well
- Over 1,000 chord sets and modes
- MIDI and audio chord detection
- Synchronized arrangement lanes
- VST and AU hosting
- Fully functional 14-day trial
What to know first
- No free plan
- iPad version sold separately
- Desktop requires 64-bit operating system
- Internet required for first activation
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Scaler 3 for iPad | Introductory price; sold separately from desktop version · regular price $19.99 USD | $14.99, paid once |
As scalermusic.com lists them, read 8 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
Scaler 3 provides extensive harmony exploration, detection, arranging, and plugin integration for music creators. A 14-day trial is available, while the separately sold iPad edition has its own listed price.
Facts from Scaler 3's own pages
- Activation
- Scaler 3 requires an internet connection for first activation but does not require an ongoing online connection. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Arrangement
- Its Arrange page has synchronized timeline lanes for chords, melody, bass, and phrases, with adjustable clips. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Audience
- Scaler Music describes its software as serving producers, composers, and musicians, from beginners to professionals. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Chord detection
- It detects chords, keys, and scales from MIDI and audio, then suggests compatible chords. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Chord sets
- It provides over 1,000 chord sets, keys, and modes categorized by mood, artist, and genre. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- DAW compatibility
- The maker lists Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Studio One, Bitwig, Reaper, and Reason among supported DAWs. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Desktop requirements
- The desktop version supports macOS 10.14 or higher and Windows 8 or higher, and is 64-bit only. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Headquarters
- Australia · scalermusic.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Instruments and effects
- Scaler 3 can host third-party VST and AU instruments and effects, and route MIDI to external instruments or plugins. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- iPad version
- Scaler 3 for iPad is a separate purchase and supports AUv3 plugins; the maker says projects can be continued on desktop. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- License limit
- A Scaler 3 license permits installation on up to five computers for the primary user, with installations not used simultaneously. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- The privacy policy says Scaler Music takes reasonable steps to comply with Australia’s Privacy Act and Australian Privacy Principles, and with the GDPR where applicable. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Scaler 3 is a music composition workstation for exploring harmony, composing, and learning music theory. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Support
- Support is available through FAQs, a community forum, support chat, and support tickets. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Trial
- Scaler Music says its product trials are fully functional for 14 days and are accessed through a Scaler Music account. · scalermusic.com, 8 Oct 2026
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