# ScaleBank: Guitar Scales — Riff Finder, Blues Theory, Jam

> Guitar scale reference and practice tool with audio samples. (iPhone/iPad app by Better Notes, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scalebank-guitar-scales/id595522927 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Better Notes, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/360256774)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 1,021 App Store ratings · 199 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 70 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-02-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scalebank-guitar-scales/id595522927/reviews.md

## What is ScaleBank?

ScaleBank puts scales in your pocket. Major, minor, pentatonic. Play guitar better, design new riffs and practice anywhere.

Includes acoustic and electric guitars, plus full support for left-handed players.

Scroll up and down a full 24-fret fretboard, while you play crisp, clear audio samples of dozens of scales and patterns.

Support for Major, Minor, Melodic Minor, Melodic Major, Whole Tone, Pentatonic Major, Hexatonic Blues (you might call it "Pentatonic Blues", or just "Blues", but there are six notes, so it's "Hexatonic"), Pentatonic Minor, major modes like Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Locrian. Exotic scales like Egyptian, Persian, Hirajoshi, and more.

Many of ScaleBank's features are free but, for just $4.49 per month or $35.99 per year, a ScaleBank All Access subscription provides full access to all scales, patterns, and drills.

If you decide to purchase a subscription to ScaleBank All Access, an initial payment will be charged to your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of each subscription period, at a rate of $4.49 per month or $35.99 per year.

You can turn off auto-renewal at any time via your iTunes Account Settings. 

You can find our privacy policy at https://chordbank.com/privacy, and our terms of service at https://chordbank.com/terms-of-service.

We hope ScaleBank helps you play your best, learn, practice, and play guitar the way you've always wanted to. If you enjoy the app, or have suggestions to make it better, please let us know at chordbank.com/support. Thanks!

## Key features

- Extensive scale library (major, minor, pentatonic, modes, exotic)
- 24-fret fretboard visualization
- Crisp audio samples for scales and patterns
- Riff design and practice tool
- Support for left-handed players
- Acoustic and electric guitar support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ScaleBank AllAccess | $4.49 | per month |
| ScaleBank Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $12.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of ScaleBank?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Useful for practicing scales
- 🚀 Easy to use and navigate
- 💡 Helpful for learning guitar theory
- 🚀 Comprehensive collection of scales
- 👍 Convenient reference tool

**Cons**

- 🔒 Requires subscription for full access
- 🐛 Issues with latest update
- 🔒 Previously free features now locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inability to see notes outside of current scale position
- Unexpected app crashes after recent update

**Most requested features**

- Add support for alternate tunings
- Implement a metronome feature
- Allow customization of scale display
- Expand backing track library

## Recent user reviews (10 of 199)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scalebank-guitar-scales/id595522927/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Tool

*2026-05-01, version 2.5.2*

Great tool for learning and remembering the fretboard

### 1/5 — Free?

*2025-12-21, version 2.5.1*

This used to be free. Now it’s not 🤦‍♂️👎🏻

### 5/5 — Endless practice

*2025-11-16, version 2.5.1*

I use it all the time for so many different areas of my development. Indispensable! Thank you

### 5/5 — 100% Recommend

*2025-11-03, version 2.5.1*

I both an electric and acoustic guitarist and I use this all the time!Going and searching the Internet for certain scale can take forever but here you can put in exactly what you’re looking for and it pops up. I use this tool to help me memorize the entire front board and all of the scale patterns super useful!

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2025-08-09, version 2.5.1*

This app has taken my guitar playing skills to new levels. It opened up the whole fretboard for me absolutely amazing

### 5/5 — Simple and useful

*2025-05-03, version 2.5.1*

Intermediate guitar player who never learned scales or exercises. So far it’s very simple to use and fun to practice

### 1/5 — Money Grab

*2025-04-14, version 2.5.1*

Another money hungry developer. After paying for a “lifetime” subscription years ago, now they want a monthly subscription for the “max” features of the app. This society of subscription based services where everyone is searching how to get another $4.99 a month from people is disgusting. You will own nothing and subscribe to it for $12.99 a month (ads) and $19.99 a month (no ads) plus get an email every few months quietly notifying you the price is increasing.  Pshhh. Kick rocks!

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2025-03-23, version 2.5.1*

I use it all the time.

### 2/5 — The tools are fine but Subscribe with caution…

*2025-02-21, version 2.5.1*

I have been using these tools (ChordBank, ScaleBank)  at a premium level for almost three years. When I posed a question about access to the “All in” subscription model I have been ghosted by the Better Notes support team. Three messages over the last two months without reply. Contact support before subscribing.

### 5/5 — Great app

*2024-08-15, version 2.3.0*

I have all of y’all’s apps and I love them they are the best but can yall add a bass bank to your list of apps

## Frequently asked questions about ScaleBank

### What does ScaleBank do?

ScaleBank is a mobile application designed to help guitarists learn, practice, and create music. It offers a vast library of guitar scales, patterns, and modes with clear audio samples, allowing users to explore different musical ideas and improve their playing.

### What are the key features of ScaleBank?

Key features include a comprehensive collection of scales such as major, minor, pentatonic, modes, and exotic scales. It also provides a 24-fret fretboard visualization with audio playback, support for left-handed players, and tools for riff design and practice.

### How much does ScaleBank cost?

The app offers a free version with many features. For full access to all scales, patterns, and drills, a subscription is available at $4.49 per month or $35.99 per year. This subscription is managed through your iTunes account.

### Is ScaleBank compatible with my device?

The app is designed for mobile devices and uses iTunes for subscription management, indicating compatibility with iOS devices. Specific version requirements are not detailed but it's generally available on smartphones and tablets.

### Who is ScaleBank for?

ScaleBank is intended for guitarists of all skill levels, from beginners learning basic scales to advanced musicians looking to explore complex theory, design new riffs, and practice effectively anywhere.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.2 — 2026-01-06

Start your 2026 practice routine right!

- Multitasking Mode: You can now resize ScaleBank to run side-by-side with other apps. Perfect for jamming to backing tracks on YouTube or reading tabs in Safari while checking your scales. 
- Performance Update: Optimized for the latest iOS to keep your Riff Finder faster than ever. 
- Housekeeping: Squashed bugs so you can focus on the music.

### 2.5.1 — 2025-01-06

Tap in solos and melodies with Reverse Riff Finder. ScaleBank will find scales and patterns to play anywhere on the fretboard!

### 2.5.0 — 2024-12-31

Tap in solos and melodies with Reverse Riff Finder. ScaleBank will find scales and patterns to play anywhere on the fretboard!

### 2.4.0 — 2024-12-05

- Lessons! Study scale theory with our pros, plus study up on how to get the most out of your amp and pedals with new theory videos.
- Drills! Practice scales and patterns with drills and arpeggios.
- Backing tracks! Jam out to practice what you're working on.
- Speech control! Tell ScaleBank to speed up or slow down, even across the room!

### 2.3.0 — 2023-05-25

- Level up your music theory with NEW videos for the most important scales and modes.
- Multi-angle cameras show core concepts in action. Just tap the "Practice" button on any scale to get started!

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