A little space to make something yours.

Founder

Thomas Divine Smith II

Built by Thomas Divine Smith II, the creator behind Chord Draft and founder of CAD Guardian LLC, this free passion project brings software and music together around a simple idea: help the first sound arrive while inspiration is still fresh. You bring the words, taste, and performance. MAX gives you room to explore, practice, and keep what you make.

Publisher

Presented by CAD Guardian

Chord Draft is a free app presented by CAD Guardian. It began with a feeling and a playable progression. MAX brings sound shaping, chord-locked keys, and performance pads into that creative flow. The longer-term ambition is a place where people can build music together, share their creations, and perform live.

Philosophy

You bring the taste. Chord Draft helps you start.

The founder’s goal is to “eliminate the 20% that causes 80% of issues creators face when wanting to create and collaborate live independently and in live jam sessions and events.” We are building toward that goal, one dependable creative experience at a time. Your original lyrics, recordings, performances, and music stay yours: CAD Guardian does not claim ownership of them.

Frequently asked

About the team and the product

Who built Chord Draft?

Chord Draft was built by Thomas Divine Smith II, an American software engineer and the founder of CAD Guardian LLC.

What is CAD Guardian LLC?

CAD Guardian LLC presents Chord Draft as a free creative space for music, practice, and performance.

Why does Chord Draft exist?

Chord Draft exists to help songwriters move from a lyric, hook, or mood to a playable chord progression while the idea is still fresh.

Is Chord Draft a side project?

Chord Draft is an active, free passion project presented by CAD Guardian LLC.

How can I contact the team?

For product questions or business inquiries, email tsmithcad@gmail.com.