Free online PTB to MUSICXML converter

Convert Power Tab guitar and bass scores from PTB to editable MusicXML.

Convert PTB to MUSICXML online - free

.ptb .musicxml

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How to convert ptb to musicxml file

November 10, 2026
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Guitar parts saved by Power Tab Editor need conversion when a notation app or publisher accepts MusicXML but not the original tablature file. MusicXML also makes the score easier to exchange with other notation programs.

What the PTB format is

.ptb is the native Power Tab file format, used mainly for guitar and bass tablature with associated standard notation. You are most likely to encounter it in scores created with Power Tab Editor or shared by guitarists who use that program.

What the MUSICXML format is

MusicXML is a score-exchange format supported by many notation programs. It carries musical notation and instrument information so a score can be opened and edited across compatible applications. Files commonly use .musicxml; compressed scores may use .mxl.

How to convert PTB to MUSICXML

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Upload the PTB file on the 101convert.com converter page.
Select MusicXML as the output format if prompted, then start conversion. The conversion runs on the site’s server with MuseScore.
Download the converted file. Multiple files can be converted in one batch; the page shows the per-file size limit.

Offline with desktop software

TuxGuitar is a free desktop option for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Open the file with File → Open, choose the PTB score, then use File → Export → MusicXML and save the result. If MusicXML is not listed, install or enable the MusicXML export plugin for your TuxGuitar version.

Quality and compatibility

Check the exported score in the target notation program: tablature-to-notation conversion can alter instrument details or interpretation of bends, slides, and other guitar techniques. MusicXML transfers score data, but page layout and playback settings may need adjustment after import.

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PTB vs MUSICXML: format comparison

How the PTB and MUSICXML formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.

Comparison of the PTB and MUSICXML file formats
Property	.PTB Power Tab Editor Tab File	.MUSICXML MusicXML
Sheet music notation	Yes	Yes
Audio playback	No	No
Further editing	Easy	Easy
Plain-text readable	No	Yes
Player support	Niche	Niche
Typical file size	Small	Small
Open standard	No	Partly open
Introduced	—	2004
Developer	Power Tab Software	Recordare LLC (originally); now maintained by MakeMusic and the MusicXML community
MIME type	—	application/vnd.recordare.musicxml+xml

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Frequently asked questions

Is the PTB to MUSICXML converter free?

Yes, converting PTB to MUSICXML 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 PTB file be?

You can upload PTB 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 50 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 PTB to MUSICXML?

No. The PTB to MUSICXML 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 PTB file for this PTB to MUSICXML 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.

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