# Krar

> Virtual Krar instrument app for iOS with multiple scales and tempo options. (iPhone/iPad app by Kekros Systems, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/krar/id777015018 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kekros Systems, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/777015021)
- Category: Music, Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.89/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 20 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-12-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/krar/id777015018/reviews.md

## What is Krar?

Ethiopian music uses pentatonic modal system. Ethiopian musical instruments include- Krar (Kirar), Masinko (Masenko), Begena, Washint, Meleket, etc. Krar is a six-string musical instrument tuned to a pentatonic scale. The Krar app enables you to play Krar on your iOS devices. It is easy to learn how to play Krar with this app.

FEATURES:
•Includes all the four major scales of Krar (Tizita, Ambassel, Bati and Anchi Hoye) and the two minor scales (Tizita Minor and Bati Minor).
•High quality Krar sounds.
•Animated vibrating strings.
•Multiple pitch/tempo selections.

## Key features

- Play Krar on iOS devices
- Includes major and minor scales
- High-quality Krar sounds
- Animated vibrating strings
- Multiple pitch/tempo selections

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/krar/id777015018/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Awesome 💚💛❤️

*2021-09-03, version 2.1*

It’s very amazing feeling to have easy kart to play or practice. Good Job 👍

### 5/5 — O

*2021-03-01, version 2.1*

How do you change the sound on this app?

### 5/5 — Great Start

*2019-04-20, version 2.0*

Great start to digitalize Ethiopian musical instruments. Ethiopia with 3000 years old history has a lot of treasures to be offered to the world. Kirar is one good example. I would like to Thank the developer of this app for their commitment on developing and providing such apps for free.
I look forward the continued improvements

Keep it up!

.

### 1/5 — Good try but not quite ready.

*2017-09-02, version 2.0*

No sound at all on two different phones.  I downloaded, and removed, and re-downloaded multiple times.

### 1/5 — Meh

*2016-11-24, version 2.0*

The sound samples are noisy, there's only one sample per note (so you can't pluck the strings softer or harder, or get different timbres by plucking on different places on a string), there's no support for getting the sound output to other apps, and there are in-app ads.  Very crude app.

### 3/5 — Enquiry

*2015-09-23, version 1.1.0*

How come the kirar I bought is not running good when I open it on my phone, it goes all blank and dark. Any suggestions?

### 5/5 — Excellent app!

*2014-02-18, version 1.1.0*

Very satisfied with the purchase of this app! Really amusing and easy to use. A great start learning how to play krar.

### 4/5 — Great rendition of an ancient, unique Ethiopian musical instrumental

*2013-12-15, version 1.1.0*

Krar is a meditative, melancholic instrument. I like the way this app captures the essence of the Krar without much fanfare and with a simple, straightforward user interface

## Frequently asked questions about Krar

### What scales does Krar include?

Krar includes all four major scales: Tizita, Ambassel, Bati, and Anchi Hoye, along with two minor scales: Tizita Minor and Bati Minor.

### Does Krar have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Krar contains advertisements. However, it is listed as a free application.

### What devices support Krar?

Krar is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Krar updated?

Krar was last updated on January 11, 2020, with version 2.1. The initial release date was December 13, 2013.

### What is the age rating for Krar?

Krar has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users and children.

### What makes Krar easy to learn?

The app is designed to make learning the Krar easy, featuring high-quality sounds and animated vibrating strings to simulate the real instrument.

### Can I adjust the tempo of the music in Krar?

Yes, Krar offers multiple tempo selections, allowing users to adjust the speed at which they play or practice.

### What is the user rating for Krar?

Krar has an average rating of 3.9 stars based on 19 ratings.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 2.1 — 2020-01-11

Support for new devices.

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