Rocksmith+ is a subscription-based service that teaches users how to play guitar and bass using official master recordings of over 6,000 songs from various genres and eras. The app features a unique visual interface, real-time feedback, adaptive difficulty, video lessons, and practice tools that users can control. Rocksmith+ also offers phone-as-mic technology that allows users to play with any acoustic, electric, or bass guitar without additional gear.
Rocksmith+ is available on PC now, and will be available on iOS and Android devices as of June 9th, 2023. The service offers three subscription plans: monthly ($14.99), quarterly ($39.99), and yearly ($99.99). Users can also access free supplemental articles and videos on the Rocksmith+ site to learn more about guitar mechanics, technique, music theory, gear, and instrument care. Additionally, Rocksmith+ introduces Rocksmith Workshop, a user-generated content system on PC that lets anyone create and share their own arrangements for any licensed song.
Educational Guitar Apps
Ubisoft is Bringing Rocksmith+ to iOS and Android on June 9th
Trend Themes
1. Subscription-based Music Learning Apps - The success of Rocksmith+ could inspire the development of more subscription-based music learning platforms that offer comprehensive tools and features for aspiring musicians.
2. Real-time Feedback Technology for Musical Instruments - Rocksmith+'s real-time feedback technology offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the development of similar technology for other musical instruments.
3. User-generated Content Systems for Music Learning Apps - Rocksmith+'s user-generated content system, Rocksmith Workshop, could inspire the development of similar systems for other music education apps to increase user engagement and creativity.
Industry Implications
1. Music Education - Rocksmith+ is changing the music education industry by offering a comprehensive and engaging approach to learning guitar and bass.
2. Mobile App Development - The launch of Rocksmith+ on iOS and Android devices creates an opportunity for mobile app developers to explore the music education market.
3. Musical Instrument Manufacturing - The rise in popularity of music education apps like Rocksmith+ could create new opportunities for musical instrument manufacturers to develop new technologies and products that cater to a wider market of aspiring musicians.