# Polyrhythm Explorer — Learn & Master Polyrhythms

> Interactive tool for learning and mastering polyrhythms with visual and audio aids. (iPhone/iPad app by PolyNome Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polyrhythm-explorer/id6535682626 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PolyNome Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/988568871)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-08-08
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polyrhythm-explorer/id6535682626/reviews.md

## What is Polyrhythm Explorer?

Master Polyrhythms with Ease—No Prior Knowledge Needed...

Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced musician, Polyrhythm Explorer provides you with everything you need to understand and master polyrhythms.


Polyrhythm Explorer features:


- Written guides and video tutorials teach you what polyrhythms are and how to understand a polyrhythm step-by-step.


- Linear and Grid Layout Modes: Easily visualize how two rhythms interact with each other in a polyrhythm. See how the rhythms relate to help you understand them.

- Voice Count: Isolate one rhythm or the other in a polyrhythm and hear it counted out loud. 


- Full-Screen Mode: Hide controls for an immersive, focused learning experience. Perfect for creating videos teaching polyrhythms.

- Customizable Sounds: Experience polyrhythms on a drum kit or as melodic keyboard patterns. 

- Polymeters: With subdivisions on, you can hear a polyrhythm as a polymeter.

- Sample-accurate timing. Can be used as a metronome.

- Seamless Integration with PolyNome

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Polyrhythm Explorer is the perfect companion to PolyNome (also available on the App Store).


Export polyrhythms to PolyNome to view them as notation or circular visuals.
PolyNome also supports 3-way polyrhythms and offers numerous features beyond polyrhythms.


Start Your Rhythmic Journey Today!

Transform your musical skills and explore the complexity of rhythms with Polyrhythm Explorer.

## Key features

- Written guides and video tutorials
- Linear and Grid Layout Modes
- Voice Count for isolated rhythms
- Customizable sounds (drums, keyboard)
- Polymeter visualization
- Sample-accurate timing
- Full-Screen Mode

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polyrhythm-explorer/id6535682626/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great tool!

*2025-03-27*

A great tool to explore x against y. Just switching between layouts can be helpful and using different (drum) sounds  makes it less abstract. Good,  a easy to use take pn the subject. Cheers R

### 5/5 — Fantastic polyrhythm training app

*2024-12-18, version 1.6.1*

This app can teach you how polyrhythms sound from both directions, whether it be the usual subdivisions, of 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 or 7/5 or 5/7 and all other options. Also useful for teaching in class situations using the clapping voices, or you could work with musical notes with groups. It partners very well with simply hands down the best metronome out there PolyNome pro, if you don’t buy the bundle you are missing a good opportunity!

### 3/5 — Good but quite basic

*2024-11-15*

It’s ok, just quite basic, allowing just two parts. It would be greatly improved if you could have additional parts to explore more complex polymetric structures.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the review. This app was written to give a simple introduction to 2-way polyrhythms. 
I did contemplate adding more voices which would allow you to explore polymetric structures, but it would add a lot of complexity to the app and would be of interest to a very small niche. 
My other app, PolyNome, allows you to create 3 way polyrhythms, or by utilising the sound lines under 2 rhythms you can create 4-way polymetric patterns. It also does much more than that. 
If you’re interested, feel free to contact me at joe@polynome.net and I can demonstrate. 
Best,
Joe

### 5/5 — Intuitive

*2024-08-30*

Intuitive, simple, well laid out and lots of fun

### 5/5 — Super app for polyrhythms

*2024-08-20*

So much innovation packed into one app. Super tool to understand and master polyrhythms. I use different visualizations, isolate one rhythm against another, change sounds, and have so much fun using this app. Best way yet to crack polyrhythms.

### 5/5 — Such a great simple way to visualise polyrhythms

*2024-08-19, version 1.6.1*

I’d never really spent any time trying to learn polyrhythms until I tried this app, presuming it would be too difficult for me. Thanks to the way the app shows them and accompanies it with sounds made it super easy to tap along and start to understand how the rhythms relate to each other over time.

I’m now well on the way to being able to play some basic polyrhythms and I’m starting to feel how the patterns interact with each other intuitively. Such a great app!

### 5/5 — Practice game changer

*2024-08-13*

I’ve spent so much time just incorporating four over three and eight over 3 into my vocabulary. Every polyrhythm can offer years of exploration. Although I think it’s very important to recognize that pilyrhythms are not linear, it’s a really good tool to start and be able to recognize how the rhythms fit together. Then once you are comfortable, focus on them being harmonic, which means imperfect, and both rhythms must constantly correct to be true. This is an excellent tool for taking on more complex polyrhythms. If I’ve lost you in the harmonic philosophy, I recommend looking up Efrain Toro and studying his teaching. This tool will allow you to effortlessly understand polyrhythms on a linear level. It’s up to you to take the next step. This app is another awesome masterpiece by this programmer..

**Developer response:** Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. I’m glad you like the app!

### 5/5 — The Perfect Solution You’ve Been Waiting For!

*2024-08-09*

Polyrhythm Explorer will take all the guesswork out of playing polyrhythms without having to know how to read music!

## Frequently asked questions about Polyrhythm Explorer

### What is Polyrhythm Explorer?

Polyrhythm Explorer is a music education app designed to help users learn and master polyrhythms. It offers written guides, video tutorials, and interactive visualization tools to understand complex rhythmic relationships.

### Is Polyrhythm Explorer suitable for beginners?

Yes, Polyrhythm Explorer is designed for musicians of all levels, including beginners. It provides step-by-step guidance to understand what polyrhythms are without requiring prior knowledge.

### What devices does Polyrhythm Explorer support?

Polyrhythm Explorer is available for iPhone and iPad devices, offering a flexible learning experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### How does Polyrhythm Explorer help visualize rhythms?

The app features Linear and Grid Layout Modes that visually represent how two rhythms interact within a polyrhythm. This helps users see the relationship between different rhythmic patterns.

### Can I hear individual rhythms within a polyrhythm?

Yes, Polyrhythm Explorer includes a Voice Count feature that allows you to isolate and hear individual rhythms within a polyrhythm being counted out loud.

### What is the age rating for Polyrhythm Explorer?

Polyrhythm Explorer has an age rating of 4+, making it accessible for a wide range of users interested in music education.

### Does Polyrhythm Explorer have ads?

No, Polyrhythm Explorer is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted learning experience for its users.

### How often is Polyrhythm Explorer updated?

The latest version, 1.6.7, was released on March 5, 2026, indicating a commitment to ongoing development and updates for the application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.7 — 2026-03-05

Fixed issue with tempo control on mac

### 1.6.6 — 2026-03-03

Improved tempo control.
Tempo is now related to a quarter note instead of a whole note.

If you like Polyrhythm Explorer, please consider leaving a review. They really help!

Thanks for using Polyrhythm Explorer.

- Joe

### 1.6.5 — 2025-11-19

Fixed crash when switching rates while playing.

### 1.6.4 — 2025-07-15

While playing, auto-lock of device will be disabled so you can see the screen.
If you have any feedback, or questions, please reach out to support@polynome.net

Thanks for using Polyrhythm Explorer!
Joe

### 1.6.3 — 2025-07-01

The About page now has a link to my new app - Rhythm Generator. Check it out!

If you find any bugs, or have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at support@polynome.net

Thanks for using Polyrhythm Explorer!
- Joe

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All apps by PolyNome Ltd: https://appshunter.io/developer/988568871

## Related topics

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