FretBoard: Chords & Scales

FretBoard: Chords & Scales

String Instrument Music Theory

4 ratings
2 reviews
$3.99 Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 26, 2023
  • January 11, 2026

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About

This app serves as a comprehensive reference for string instrument players, offering extensive libraries of tunings, chords, and scales. Users can visualize musical concepts, customize scales, and practice with integrated sound playback. It also allows for personalization of instrument appearance and a clean practice mode.

Extensive tuning library
Visualize chords and scales
Customize scales with custom notes
Sound playback with tempo control
Custom instrument editor
Personalize instrument appearance
Clean practice mode
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What's New in FretBoard

1.5

January 11, 2026

Changes: - Added tap-to-toggle notes: tap directly on the fretboard or on the dot area in the MagicNoteBar to customize scales and chords - Tap a scale note to mute it (appears translucent) - Tap an empty position to add a custom note (appears in purple) - Custom modifications affect both the visual display and audio playback - Reintroduced note shape customization from Classic FretBoard: long-press any note dot to change its shape - Choose from circle, square, diamond, cross (X), or triangle (up/down) shapes - Shapes are tied to scale degrees - when you change the root note, shapes follow their intervals - Shapes reset when selecting a different scale or chord - New "Shape of Root Note" setting in Appearance to set a default shape for all root notes - Redesigned settings and selection screens with new "Studio Glass" design system for improved usability and readability - Added tempo selection dialog with slider, tap tempo, and musical presets (Largo, Adagio, etc.) - BPM button now displays current tempo value - Reintroduced tap-to-hide HUD: tap anywhere on the fretboard to hide the bottom controls for an unobstructed view (a classic feature from the pre-Fretboard Evolution era) - Added User Guide in Settings explaining key features, note colors, playback controls, and gestures - Minimum iOS version changed from iOS 12 to iOS 16 Notes: This version is a native SwiftUI port of the original Flutter application. The iOS 16 requirement enables the use of modern SwiftUI features including Canvas-based rendering for improved fretboard visualization.

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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 across 15 instrument groups.

Can I create my own scales in FretBoard?

Yes, FretBoard allows you to customize scales by muting notes or adding custom notes outside the scale. You can also change note shapes to follow scale degrees.

Does FretBoard have ads?

No, FretBoard does not contain advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.

How does FretBoard's subscription work?

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

What is the age rating for FretBoard?

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

How often is FretBoard updated?

The latest version of FretBoard is 1.5, and it was last updated on January 11, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

What are the main benefits of using FretBoard for practice?

FretBoard serves as a practice companion by allowing you to practice scales and chords, improving muscle memory and theoretical knowledge. The clean practice mode offers an unobstructed view for focused sessions.

Can I hear the scales and chords in FretBoard?

Yes, FretBoard includes sound banks for listening to scales and chords. You can control the tempo with a slider, tap tempo, or select from musical presets.