FretBoard: Chords & Scales

FretBoard: Chords & Scales

String Instrument Music Theory

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Released
November 26, 2023
Updated
November 6, 2026

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This app serves as a comprehensive reference tool for string instrument players, offering extensive libraries of tunings, chords, and scales. Users can visualize musical concepts, customize scales, and listen to playback, making it ideal for learning, songwriting, and practice.

✓Extensive tuning library (150+ tunings)
✓Visualize 68 chords and 83 scales
✓Customize scales with custom notes
✓Sound banks and tempo control
✓Custom instrument editor
✓Personalize instrument aesthetics
✓Clean practice mode
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What's New in FretBoard

1.6

November 6, 2026

- Added iPhone Duo support: the app fills both displays and adapts when you fold or unfold - On the large inner display, the app rotates to any position - On the outer display, the app stays in portrait, as on other iPhones - iPad: the app now rotates to any position and can run in resizable windows - Fixed the fretboard, zoom, and note shape picker not adapting when the window size changes - Fixed section headers breaking words in narrow windows - Fixed sound staying silent after a phone call, Siri, or connecting headphones

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User reviews

Was ist mit FretBoard Pro passiert?

Ich hatte FretBoard Pro gekauft und konnte es unter iOS 2026 plötzlich nicht mehr öffnen. Es friert nach dem Anklicken beim Startbild ein und verschwindet dann nach ein paar Sekunden. Es gibt aber jetzt im AppStore anscheinend FretBoard in der nächsten Version (identisches Icon), ohne dass mir klar geworden ist, ob alte Nutzer ihren Kauf wiederherstellen können. Könntet ihr bitte klären, ob ich jetzt noch einmal 10 € dafür zahlen muss, bevor ich die Testversion aktiviere?
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Response from developer

Danke für deine Nachricht – und vor allem für deine langjährige Treue zu FretBoard! Die App hat tatsächlich einen langen Weg hinter sich. Es gab sogar eine PalmPilot-Version im Jahr 1998. Diese aktuelle Version ist komplett neu geschrieben, basierend auf Apples neuesten Bibliotheken und APIs. Daher habe ich mich entschieden, die vorherige Version von 2016 nicht mehr weiterzuentwickeln. iOS 26 hat sie nun leider gänzlich untauglich gemacht. Die gute Nachricht: Die neue Codebasis hat gleichzeitig auch eine Android-Version möglich gemacht. Du kannst die App komplett frei herunterladen und ausprobieren. Und wenn du deine vorherige Version seit 2023 gekauft hattest, schaltet sie sich komplett frei - du musst also nicht noch einmal bezahlen.

Amazing product

I have used all of the previous versions of FretBoard that Marc developed. This new version is really pretty, logically laid out. The functionality is very intuitive. you absolutely won’t be able to find more unusual tunings or scales/chords.

Over my years as a musician, I have tried what seems like hundreds of fretboard scale programs, and Marc’s products are always the ones I come back to. They just work and make life easy.

One particularly important note: consider the ability to put the fret markers either over the fret or between the Frets. This alone differentiates this program from all the others. Among the instruments so I play, some of my favorites are my Dobro, lap steel, and pedal steel guitar. Having the ability to switch to “over fret mode “makes my life so much easier when playing these instruments. Fantastic program. Can’t say enough about it, except: Get it!
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FAQ

What instruments does FretBoard support?

FretBoard supports a wide range of string instruments, including Guitar, Bass, Violin, Mandolin, Ukulele, and Chapman Stick, with over 150 pre-made tunings available.

Can I create my own scales and chords in FretBoard?

Yes, FretBoard allows you to customize scales by muting notes or adding custom notes. Future updates plan to include the ability to add custom scales and chords directly.

How does FretBoard's playback feature work?

FretBoard includes sound banks to listen to scales and chords. You can control the tempo with a slider, tap tempo, or select from musical presets like Largo, Allegro, and Presto.

What are the subscription options for FretBoard?

FretBoard offers a 7-day free trial for premium features. After the trial, you can choose a yearly subscription for $3.99 or a lifetime unlock option.

Is FretBoard suitable for beginners?

Yes, FretBoard is designed for musicians of all levels, including beginners. It serves as a learning tool to quickly look up chords and scales and understand how they are played.

How often is FretBoard updated?

The app was last updated on November 6, 2026, with version 1.6. Planned features include adding custom scales and chords, and an 'Identify' feature to find matching scales or chords for specific notes.

What is the age rating for FretBoard?

FretBoard has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

Does FretBoard have ads?

No, FretBoard does not contain advertisements. The app is free to explore with basic features, with premium content available through subscription or lifetime unlock.