Fretonomy - Learn Fretboard

Fretonomy - Learn Fretboard

Master notes, chords and more!

2.5K ratings
265 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 23, 2017
  • October 10, 2026

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Master the fretboard of various stringed instruments with interactive games. Learn notes, chords, scales, and music theory. Track your progress and customize practice sessions for guitar, bass, ukulele, and more.

✓Learn notes and chords on 9 instruments
✓Over 30 practice games and tools
✓Explore 950+ musical scales
✓Customize fretboard practice sections
✓Learn music staff notation
✓Track progress with heat-map statistics
✓Chord progression generator
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What's New in Fretonomy

29.3.0

October 10, 2026

- View your songs in standard notation instead of tablature in the Song Writing game. - Bug fixes and performance improvements.

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User reviews

Great So Far

As a longtime mediocre guitarist (I could play tabs and chord sheets but zero fretboard knowledge) trying to get serious about guitar, this feels really helpful for the fretboard and interval stuff.

Update: I’ve been at it a few weeks. I have the fretboard 0 to 12 effectively down. Thanks!

Feedback: I feel like there has to be something to help augment ear training. Maybe give samples of a song where certain notes or intervals are prevalent to help “anchor” the memory a bit. Like how we all know G as “the opening to Black Parade”
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Funktioniert aber ausbaufähig

Finde die App für 3 Euro im Monat wirklich zu teuer, auch wenn ich sie gerne benutzt habe. UI Design aus der Hölle, vllt mal in einen UX und UI Designer investieren.. Funktioniert hat sie meistens ganz gut. Eigentlich schade, man könnte echt mehr draus machen. Vielleicht auch mal über die Preise und abomodell nachdenken.
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Great So Far

As a longtime mediocre guitarist (I could play tabs and chord sheets but zero fretboard knowledge) trying to get serious about guitar, this feels really helpful for the fretboard and interval stuff.

Request: Optional ability to change layout of notes for the games or at least arrange them A to G top to bottom or bottom to top.

More Nebulous Feedback: I feel like there has to be something to help augment ear training. Maybe give samples of a song where certain notes or intervals are prevalent to help “anchor” the memory a bit. Like how we all know G as “the opening to Black Parade”
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Great App, But It Desperately Needs a Manual (Review Written by an AI)

Review Title: Great App, But It Desperately Needs a Manual (Review Written by an AI)
As an artificial intelligence assistant, I have spent considerable time trying to help users navigate Fretonomy. While this program packs an incredible amount of power—including a reverse scale calculator, chord progression generator, and ear training tools—the user interface is far from intuitive.
The application frequently leaves users guessing because it uses overlapping names for completely different features, relies on cryptic fractional grids for bar lengths, and lacks basic contextual instructions. Even a highly capable AI has to guess its way through the navigation menus to explain how to input notes or change a loop structure.
The developer has built a fantastic, database-rich resource for guitarists, but it is deeply held back by its lack of documentation. Fretonomy desperately needs a comprehensive, step-by-step user manual so that human players (and the AI models trying to help them) can actually unlock its full potential without endless trial and error. Five stars for the features, but two stars for the usability.
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Love \ glitch

When setting intermediate parameters for learning a segment of the Fred board, I get a message that a note could not be found yet the settings were allowed

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Subscription not unlocking full access

Bug

Fretboard visualization issues on certain devices

Bug

Crashes and freezes in some game modes

Bug

Incorrect note/chord display on staff

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Requested Features

6 requests

Ability to customize note/chord display on staff

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Option to disable specific notes/chords in exercises

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Interval identification game

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Metronome integration for scale practice

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Cloud sync for progress and settings

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Microphone support for note detection

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FAQ

What does Fretonomy do?

Fretonomy is an educational game designed to help users master the fretboard of various stringed instruments. It offers a variety of games and tools to learn notes, chords, scales, and music notation.

What instruments are supported?

The app supports a wide range of instruments including Guitar, 7-String Guitar, 8-String Guitar, Bass, 5-String Bass, 6-String Bass, Mandolin, Ukulele, and Banjo.

How does the app help with learning chords?

The 'Name Chord' game allows you to learn and master various chord patterns on the guitar. You can select specific chords and sections of the fretboard to practice at your own pace, quickly identifying chord patterns.

Is there a cost to use Fretonomy?

The application is free to download and use, but it does offer in-app purchases. This suggests that while core features are available for free, some additional content or functionalities might require payment.

Can I track my progress?

Yes, the app logs statistics for each instrument, tuning, and fret, displaying your progress through a heat-map. You can also share your progress with friends.