# Rifster - Metronome and Tuner — Guitar Tuning & Music Practice > Guitar tuner and metronome app for practice and skill improvement. (iPhone/iPad app by Rifster Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rifster-metronome-and-tuner/id1572702070 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Rifster Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1572702072) - Category: Music, Utilities, Music - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 21 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2021-10-09 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: freemium - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rifster-metronome-and-tuner/id1572702070/reviews.md ## What is Rifster? Can you double your guitar picking speed in just one practice session? Easy-peasy! How? Read on. Hi there, my fellow guitar player. I’ve designed and crafted Rifster with one goal in mind: To inspire all guitar players to become AMAZING GUITAR PLAYERS. Created by real musicians, the app can help you take your playing skills to the next level. ▶ WITH RIFSTER YOU CAN: ◀ — Easily tune your guitar with our Guided Tuner — Be creative with different guitar Tuning Presets — Get better every day by practicing your picking, strumming, scales and chords with the app’s Metronome — Experiment with different rhythms using the Metronome’s Time Signatures — Enjoy the range of Metronome Sounds (more coming soon!) — Change the app’s look by trying Dark or Light themes ▶ TO DOUBLE YOUR PICKING SPEED IN ONE SESSION, TRY THIS: ◀ ⓵ Download and Start the Rifster app ⓶ Make sure the Metronome is open ⓷ Think of an exercise you like, for example the Spider Crawl, Minor Pentatonic Scale, or simply jam. ⓸ Set the tempo to 40 BPM, or a speed that you are comfortable playing the exercise without any mistakes. ⓹ Start the metronome and play along. Practice until you can play the exercise 3 times in a row, WITHOUT MISTAKES. ㊉ Pro Tip: If you feel rushed or you’re missing notes, it's okay to decrease the speed. You want to be comfortable and relaxed when playing. This way your brain learns much, much faster! ⓺ Increase the tempo by 5 BPM by tapping on the ㊉ button. Practice until you can play the exercise 3 times in a row WITHOUT MISTAKES. It should take you less than 5 minutes to get used to the new speed. ⓻ Decrease the tempo by 2 BPM by tapping on the ㊀ button. Practice until you can play the exercise 3 times in a row WITHOUT MISTAKES. You'll feel the play got more relaxed. ⓼ Repeat steps 7 and 8 until you reach 80 BPM or continue increasing to any speed you like. You did it! You've improved your picking speed. ▶ ENJOYING THE APP? WE LOVE YOUR LOVE! ◀ I like hearing all the amazing feedback from the community, which inspires me to constantly improve the app, for you and the rest of the players. If you like the app, you can help me tremendously with a quick positive rating. Just tap on the stars below. ▶ HAVING TROUBLE? I’M HERE TO HELP YOU! ◀ I want to make sure you have the best experience with Rifster. If you're having any issues, suggestions or thoughts on how we can improve, please shoot an email to support@rifster.com. I'll try to make things right! Subscription Information: Along with the free features that all users can enjoy, the app offers a paid monthly subscription that unlocks premium features. Price for the monthly subscription varies by region. - The payment for this subscription will be charged to the iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the subscription period. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s iTunes Account Settings. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that content. Terms of Use: For more information about terms of use, visit https://rifster.com/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: For more information about how we collect data, visit https://rifster.com/privacy-policy/ ## Key features - Guided guitar tuner - Customizable tuning presets - Practice metronome - Adjustable time signatures - Multiple metronome sounds - Light and dark themes ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Rifster Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month | ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rifster-metronome-and-tuner/id1572702070/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Great! *2021-10-10* Thanks! You inspired me to get back to playing guitar! Would definitely recommend! ## Frequently asked questions about Rifster ### How does Rifster help improve guitar picking speed? Rifster guides you through a practice method where you start at a comfortable tempo with a metronome and gradually increase the speed. By playing exercises without mistakes at each new tempo, you train your brain and muscles to play faster. ### What tuning options does Rifster offer? Rifster provides a guided tuner for easy guitar tuning and also offers various tuning presets for creative experimentation. More presets are planned for future updates. ### Can I customize the metronome in Rifster? Yes, you can experiment with different rhythms using the metronome's time signatures and choose from a range of metronome sounds. Additional sound options are expected to be added soon. ### What are the subscription options for Rifster? Rifster offers a paid monthly subscription called Rifster Pro, which unlocks premium features. The subscription costs $9.99 per month and includes a 3-day free trial. Pricing may vary by region. ### How do I manage my Rifster subscription? Subscriptions can be managed by the user, and auto-renewal can be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period through your iTunes Account settings. ### What devices is Rifster available on? Rifster is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It has an age rating of 4+. ### How often is Rifster updated? The app was last updated on January 26, 2022, with version 1.0.1. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, the developer is committed to continuous improvement based on user feedback. ### Does Rifster have ads? No, Rifster does not contain advertisements. The app offers free features and an optional paid subscription for premium access. ## Version history (last 2 releases) ### 1.0.1 — 2022-01-26 I regularly update the app with improvements, fixes and new features that help players practice their music! This update has made some small fixes under the hood, a faster startup time, and a more accurate metronome! 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