Free online KAR to GP3 converter
Convert karaoke MIDI data from KAR into a Guitar Pro 3 tablature file.
Convert KAR to GP3 online - free
Your file is processed instantly and deleted as soon as you download it.
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How it works
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Upload your .kar file
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Perform .kar to .gp3 conversion
After successful file upload, click to convert when you are ready.
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How to convert kar to gp3 file
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Karaoke and MIDI programs save songs as KAR, while older Guitar Pro workflows may require GP3 for tablature editing or sharing. Converting the file turns its MIDI note events into a Guitar Pro score, but does not automatically determine ideal guitar fingering.
What the KAR format is
KAR is a karaoke format based on MIDI: it stores musical events and can include synchronized lyrics. Karaoke authoring software and some MIDI sequencers create KAR files; they are commonly encountered as backing tracks or lyric-synchronized song files.
What the GP3 format is
GP3 is the Guitar Pro 3 score format, used for guitar tablature and musical notation with tracks, tempo, and instrument settings. It is useful when a recipient or an older Guitar Pro installation needs a GP3 file rather than a MIDI playback file.
How to convert KAR to GP3
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- Upload the KAR file to the converter on this page. Multiple files can be added for batch conversion; the per-file size limit is shown on the page.
- Choose GP3 as the output format and start the conversion.
- Download the converted GP3 file.
The conversion runs on the server with MuseScore, then alphaTab and PyGuitarPro.
Offline with desktop software
Use MuseScore and TuxGuitar, both available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. MuseScore opens the KAR MIDI data and exports it as MIDI; TuxGuitar imports that MIDI and can save Guitar Pro 3 files.
- Open the
.karfile in MuseScore. If it is hidden by the file picker, select an all-files filter. - Export it as a MIDI file using File → Export, and save it with a
.midextension. - In TuxGuitar, import the MIDI file using File → Import → MIDI.
- Save the imported score using File → Save As and select or enter the GP3 format.
Quality and compatibility
KAR records MIDI pitches and timing, not guitar strings or fret positions. Check the resulting track assignments, tuning, rhythm, and tablature fingering in TuxGuitar; karaoke lyric timing or display cues may not carry over as expected.
Note: This kar to gp3 conversion record is incomplete, must be verified, and may contain inaccuracies. Please vote below whether you found this information helpful or not.
Information about file extensions and file types is provided by File-Extensions.org
Frequently asked questions
Is the KAR to GP3 converter free?
Yes, converting KAR to GP3 on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.
How large can my KAR file be?
You can upload KAR files up to 3 MB and convert up to 3 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 200 MB per file and 20 files at once, see our plans.
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 KAR to GP3?
No. The KAR to GP3 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 KAR file for this KAR to GP3 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.