FAQ

Currently no, but future versions of Caedence might have recording functionality.

Caedence is browser-based, but some functions can be used with no internet connection. However, the following major functions all currently require an internet connection:

• Logging in and hosting/joining a Stage
• Cross-device syncing
• Saving edits
• Loading media files (audio, MIDI, image, video)

That said, once a Song or Set has been fully “loaded,” all of the the data is cached in the browser’s memory. As such, Playback and momentary (non-saving) editing functionality can continue in the absence of an internet connection. 

If internet connection is lost in the middle of a performance, the following functionalities will also be lost: 

• Logging in and hosting/joining a Stage
• Cross-device syncing
• Saving edits
• Loading media files (audio, MIDI, image, video)

Whenever possible, we recommend pre-loading an entire Set before a performance. With this approach, even if internet connection is lost, Playback on the Band Leader’s device will continue uninterrupted.

Yes! However, file download times and device syncing might be affected depending on signal strength, data plan, and other factors. 

Yes! Caedence can be used for remote (distance) practicing and performing. However, there is currently no native video conferencing feature. At its core, the current Caedence user experience is meant for people performing in the same physical space.

Currently no, but future versions of Caedence might have video conferencing functionality.

Currently no, but future versions of Caedence might feature the ability to loop and make realtime changes to Song arrangements such as skipping and freezing sections.

Yes! Caedence change entire chord charts with the click of a button. Furthermore, chord diagrams and any unlocked MIDI tracks will also respond to transposing.

Caedence can run in any modern browser. However, we have found that Chrome and Safari have delivered the best results in initial testing.

Currently no. Future versions of Caedence might have functionality for editing audio and MIDI right inside Caedence. 

We have not found the limit on the number of synced devices yet. 

Yes! Caedence lets all Band Members choose exactly what they want to see on their own device – per Song! Band Members can set:

• Zoom level
• Which Tracks are hidden (per Track)
• A full-screen track
• Track height (per Track)
• Chord diagram display

Another great feature is the ability for all Band Members to add their own Private Notes – visible only to themselves. Also, since these settings are saved per Caedence user, all of these preferences persist across devices! 

Yes! Caedence can send and receive MIDI. Note – Not all browsers support Web MIDI. Make sure to check the Can I Use website to check if your preferred browser supports Web MIDI.

Currently no. Future versions of Caedence might feature the ability to transpose audio.

Currently no. Future versions of Caedence might feature the ability to tempo warp/quantize audio.

Yes! With MIDI, Caedence can send record, play, and other commands to DAWs. Using MIDI, Caedence can also control virtual instruments in DAWs.

No. Band Members do not need to be on the same WI-FI network to sync their devices.

Yes! Currently Caedence comes loaded with two Demo Songs, and future versions of Caedence may feature more. Learn more about Demo Songs here. 

Currently chords and lyrics are entered manually (typing or pasting). Users create Tracks, and then Blocks where they enter chords and lyrics. Learn more on the Tracks, Blocks & The Timeline page.

Each Band has a Stage that behaves like an online meeting. When the Band Leader is “hosting” a Stage, Band Members will see a “Live” indicator next to that Band’s name when they log in to Caedence. All they have to do then is click on that Band and they will be synced up to Band Leader’s device. See more information on syncing on the Stage.

Yes! When the Band Leader is not hosting the Band’s Stage, Band Members can still practice Songs or full Shows/Sets. Learn more about Practicing here.

Yes! Sheet music and charts can be converted into images and brought into Image Tracks. Learn more about Track Types here.

Yes! Sets of Songs can be exported by one Caedence user and imported by another. Learn more about exports and imports here.

Yes! Band Leaders can grant different kinds of editing permissions to Band Members. Learn more about Band Member management and permissions here. 

Yes! Caedence has a Mixer where audio and MIDI tracks can be mixed right from the app itself. Learn more about the Mixer here. 

Using MIDI, Caedence can control lighting software and consoles. To be clear, Caedence does not natively have light editing capability, but it does have the ability to host and play back MIDI files that speak to lighting equipment.

Yes! As long as the equipment can receive MIDI, Caedence will be able to control it.

Yes! As long as the equipment can receive MIDI, Caedence will be able to control it.

Currently no. Caedence is 100% in the browser. There may be native app versions in the future. 

Audio: .mp3, .wav (16bit 44.1kHz stereo), FLAC

Image: .jpg, .png, .gif (does not animate)

Video: .mp4

Other: .mid, .pdf

Note – HEIC files are NOT accepted. Also, future versions of Caedence may allow PDFs.