Chord Genie review
A focused desktop chord generator with editable piano roll and lifetime MIDI workflows.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Chord Genie is a desktop DAW plug-in from Unison for musicians and producers who want AI-assisted chord ideas without leaving a MIDI-focused workflow. Choose a key and scale, select a 4-, 8-, or 16-bar length, and generate progression variations oriented toward genre or style. The built-in piano roll lets you edit the generated notes, save presets, and move the result into a project through drag-and-drop or MIDI export. Mac and Windows support covers common desktop production setups.
The published plan is straightforward: one Chord Genie license costs $97 USD as a one-time payment and includes lifetime access and updates. That purchase includes AI chord progression generation, piano-roll editing, preset saving, and MIDI drag-and-drop/export. Generated MIDI is royalty-free, and the plug-in is available in VST3, AU, and AAX formats. There is no free plan, so it suits buyers who already know they want a dedicated chord-generation tool rather than those comparing products through a no-cost tier.
Its ecosystem fit is strongest for producers already working with Unison tools. Listed integrations include MIDI Wizard 2.0, Bass Dragon, Drum Monkey, and Sound Doctor, while the product description specifically highlights linking with MIDI Wizard and Bass Dragon for related melody and bass parts. The focus remains narrow: chord creation, editing, and MIDI handoff rather than a full composition environment. Choose Chord Genie for fast, key-aware progression generation on a desktop DAW; consider another option if you need mobile access, broader platform coverage, or support beyond email.
Chord Genie pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Generates 4-, 8-, or 16-bar progressions by key, scale, and style
- Built-in piano roll supports note editing and preset saving
- Drag-and-drop or export royalty-free MIDI into DAW projects
- Where it doesn't
- Requires a $97 one-time purchase and has no free plan
- Desktop-only support for Mac and Windows excludes mobile workflows
- Email is the listed support channel rather than live assistance
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