Gig FAQ for Sheet Music, Guitar Pro, MIDI and Live Performance
Answers for musicians considering Gig as an iPhone and iPad app for reading sheet music, practicing tabs, managing setlists, annotating scores and performing live.
What file formats does Gig support?
Gig supports PDF sheet music and Guitar Pro files including .gp, .gp3, .gp4, .gp5 and .gpx. It is also designed around companion workflows for MIDI, audio, MusicXML and other musician materials used during practice and performance.
Can Gig open Guitar Pro files?
Yes. Gig can import Guitar Pro files and provide synchronized playback, tempo control, loop practice, track selection and interactive score rendering for musicians on iPhone and iPad.
Does Gig support Apple Pencil?
Yes. Gig supports Apple Pencil annotation workflows so musicians can mark PDFs with fingerings, rehearsal notes, highlights, cuts, cue reminders and other score markings.
Can I use Gig live on stage?
Yes. Gig includes Live Mode for stage use, with setlists, quick page turns, performance status, MIDI integration and Apple Watch control.
Does Gig work with MIDI devices?
Yes. Gig supports MIDI workflows for guitar processors, keyboards and other compatible gear, including common live performance messages and custom command sequences.
Can Gig replace paper sheet music?
For many musicians, yes. Gig combines PDF sheet music, annotations, notes, bookmarks, setlists, Guitar Pro practice and live performance tools in one digital workspace.
Does Gig support Apple Watch?
Yes. The Apple Watch companion can support page turns, playback control, haptic metronome and now-next performance status while the iPhone or iPad remains the main score display.