Free online GP5 to MXL converter
Convert Guitar Pro 5 scores to compressed MusicXML (.mxl)
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How to convert gp5 to mxl file
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Source format: GP5
GP5 is a Guitar Pro 5 song file format used for writing and editing music notation, tablature, and playback data for guitar and other instruments. It is commonly used by guitarists, arrangers, teachers, and bands to store scores with tabs, standard notation, tempo, dynamics, and instrument tracks. GP5 files are typically created and edited in Guitar Pro 5 and can also be opened by some newer versions of Guitar Pro and compatible notation software.
Target format: MXL
MXL is the compressed MusicXML format. MusicXML is a widely supported standard for exchanging sheet music between notation programs, and the .mxl extension stores the same data in a compressed package. Its main advantages are good interoperability, broad support in notation software, and suitability for sharing scores between different applications while preserving musical structure, notes, articulations, and layout information as much as possible.
How to perform the conversion
The most reliable way to convert GP5 to MXL is to use Guitar Pro or another notation program that can open GP5 and export MusicXML.
- Open the .gp5 file in Guitar Pro 5 or a newer compatible version.
- Check the score for any playback or notation issues before exporting, since some GP-specific effects may not translate perfectly.
- Use File → Export or File → Export as, then choose MusicXML.
- If the program offers both uncompressed and compressed MusicXML, select compressed MusicXML to create an .mxl file.
- Save the exported file with the
.mxlextension.
If you do not have desktop software installed, you can convert the file on 101convert.com for free without installing any software.
Some notation editors that support both formats may also work as intermediaries. The general workflow is the same: open GP5, then export to MusicXML/MXL.
Notes on quality, compatibility, or limitations
GP5 to MXL is not always perfectly lossless. Guitar Pro files can contain features that do not map exactly to MusicXML, such as certain guitar techniques, playback effects, bends, slides, harmonics, or layout details. These elements may be simplified, approximated, or omitted during export.
For best results, use a recent version of Guitar Pro or a notation program with strong MusicXML export support, then open the resulting .mxl file in your target application and review the score. If the destination program does not fully support MusicXML import, some formatting differences may appear even when the conversion itself succeeds.
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GP5 vs MXL: format comparison
How the GP5 and MXL formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.
| Property | .GP5 Guitar Pro 5 Song File | .MXL Compressed MusicXML |
|---|---|---|
| Sheet music notation | Yes | Yes |
| Audio playback | No | No |
| Further editing | Easy | Easy |
| Plain-text readable | No | No |
| Player support | Limited | Limited |
| Typical file size | Small | Small |
| Open standard | No | Yes |
| Introduced | 2005 | 2004 |
| Developer | Arobas Music | Recordare LLC / MusicXML (now maintained by MakeMusic, Inc.) |
| MIME type | — | application/vnd.recordare.musicxml+xml |
Frequently asked questions
Is the GP5 to MXL converter free?
Yes, converting GP5 to MXL on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required.
How large can my GP5 file be?
You can upload GP5 files up to 200 MB and convert up to 50 files at once in a single batch.
What happens to my uploaded files?
Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.
Do I need to install any software to convert GP5 to MXL?
No. The GP5 to MXL conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
Did the conversion fail?
In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid GP5 file for this GP5 to MXL conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.