# Alt Tunings - Guitar Chords — Tune up, alternative and open.

> Guitar tuning and chord discovery app with custom tunings and scale visualization. (iPhone/iPad app by Better Notes, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alt-tunings-guitar-chords/id1591040020 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Better Notes, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/360256774)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 44 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-12-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alt-tunings-guitar-chords/id1591040020/reviews.md

## What is Alt Tunings?

Hundreds of tunings, millions of chords. Master open and alternate tunings, and explore your guitar as you never could before.

Choose from over 100 built-in tunings, from Open D to DADGAD to Hawaiian Slack Key. Or build your own tuning, customizing each string, and discover thousands of new chords and scales.

We use our own proprietary algorithm to generate over 80 types of chords, from m7 to m7b5#9. Then, from those thousands of chords, we filter the best sounding and easiest to play, so, no matter what the tuning, you always know where to start.

Enjoy exploring on your own? Tap in fingerings with our Reverse Chord Finder to discover new voicings, or just figure out what the heck you’re playing.

Visualize the notes from your tuning in dozens of scales and modes. And compositions are a snap. As you tap the fretboard, Auto-Tab remembers what you play.

And our built-in tuner makes it easy to get into tune, no matter what tuning you’re in, by listening as you play.

Many of Alt Tuning's features are free but, for just $4.49 per month, an All Access subscription provides full access to all chords, scales and tunings, plus full access to thousands of expert-curated chords in ChordBank, scales, patterns, and drills in ScaleBank, plus full access to TabBank, where you can build your own personal library of editable, printable guitar tabs.

If you decide to purchase a subscription to All Access, an initial payment will be charged to your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of each subscription period, at a rate of $4.49 per month.

You can turn off auto-renewal at any time via your iTunes Account Settings. 

You can find our privacy policy at https://chordbank.com/privacy, and our terms of service at https://chordbank.com/terms-of-service.

We hope Alt Tunings helps you play your best, learn, practice, and play guitar the way you've always wanted to. If you enjoy the app, or have suggestions to make it better, please let us know at chordbank.com/support. Thanks!

## Key features

- Hundreds of built-in tunings
- Customizable string tunings
- Millions of chord variations
- Reverse Chord Finder
- Scale and mode visualization
- Auto-Tab composition tool
- Built-in tuner

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access | $4.49 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic Access | $16.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alt-tunings-guitar-chords/id1591040020/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Alt tunings heart emoji

*2026-07-11*

So good and so easy to understand i use this nearly everyday!!!

### 3/5 — I’ll live without it with that subscription!

*2024-12-06*

Nice app and I would be happy to pay but a subscription for £4 a month?  Hard pass.

### 1/5 — I’m unable to delete it

*2024-05-08, version 1.2.0*

The app is fine but for some reason after doing so much research I cannot figure out why I can’t delete it, makes me suspicious the app itself is fine though

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2022-08-16, version 0.1.2*

Real guitarist, unpaid review. Excellent for different tunings and having fun! Wish they had a 432hz option but it’s great. Download worthy for sure 👍

### 1/5 — Buggy

*2022-02-07*

Very very buggy. It doesn’t show you the chords of a specific scale neither.

## Frequently asked questions about Alt Tunings

### What tunings does Alt Tunings offer?

Alt Tunings provides over 100 built-in tunings, including popular options like Open D and DADGAD, as well as Hawaiian Slack Key. You can also create your own custom tunings for each string.

### How many chords can I find with Alt Tunings?

The app generates over 80 types of chords and can discover thousands of new chord voicings. It filters for the best sounding and easiest to play options for any given tuning.

### Can Alt Tunings help me learn scales?

Yes, Alt Tunings allows you to visualize notes from your tuning in dozens of scales and modes. The 'All Access' subscription also includes access to ScaleBank for drills and patterns.

### Does Alt Tunings have a tuner?

Yes, Alt Tunings includes a built-in tuner that listens as you play, making it easy to get in tune regardless of the tuning you are using.

### What is the cost of Alt Tunings?

The app offers many features for free. An 'All Access' subscription is available for $4.49 per month, which unlocks all chords, scales, and tunings, plus additional content in ChordBank, ScaleBank, and TabBank.

### How does the Alt Tunings subscription work?

The 'All Access' subscription costs $4.49 per month and includes a 14-day free trial. Subscriptions automatically renew unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends, managed through iTunes Account Settings.

### Is Alt Tunings available on all devices?

Alt Tunings is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is Alt Tunings updated?

The latest version of Alt Tunings is 1.2.0, which was released on May 16, 2023. The app was initially released on December 2, 2021.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2023-05-16

- Lefties rejoice! We've made it easier to switch the whole app from right-handed mode to left-handed mode and back.
- We fixed a small bug with the tuner—select any of our over 100 tunings, then tap the tuning fork button. Alt Tunings will listen as you play.

### 1.1.0 — 2023-05-01

- create an customize your own tunings
- preview new tunings right away on a built-in interactive fretboard

### 0.1.2 — 2022-03-10

This version improves Alt Tuning's support for visually impaired guitar players, adding voiceover support for chords, tunings, scales, reverse chord-finder, and the tuner.

Do you use Voiceover to help you use this app? We want to hear from you. From your app's settings, choose "Contact" to send us a note to let us know how we can improve the app to better fit your playing.

### 0.1.1 — 2021-12-17

Updated tunings! Over 100 built-in tunings to choose from.

### 0.1.0 — 2021-12-02

No release notes.

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