Scales & Modes for iPad

Scales & Modes for iPad

by Smappsoft

3 ratings
31 reviews

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 1, 2010
  • February 20, 2020
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Explore diatonic scales and modes with an interactive visual and audio reference. See notes on a musical staff, view fingerings for keyboard and guitar, and listen to scales in any key. Ideal for learning and remembering fundamental music theory concepts.

Interactive visual scale and mode display
Audio playback of scales note by note
Keyboard and guitar fingerings
Support for major, natural minor, and harmonic minor scales
Selectable root notes and keys
Musical staff notation
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What's New in Scales & Modes for iPad

1.9.2

February 20, 2020

Bug fixes.

User reviews

Not worth it

Simple app which makes you pay to try. iPad and iPhone versions separate so you have to pay twice. Not worth buying.

Is not compatible with iOS 13.3

Will change review if/when it’s updated but as of right now do not download this app if you are running the current version of iOS. The app will not function

Does not work since IOS 13 came out, freezes up.

The developer hasn’t done an update in over two years, so maybe this app needs to be pulled from the App Store. It worked great before IOS 13, now it freezes up when I try and select a key to use in scale or mode.

Great App

This is a great app, well worth the $2.99. The only suggestion that I have is that the frets should be numbered on the fretboard diagram. Aside from that, this is a great tool for any guitarist or pianist to learn scales.

Great app

I have to say, I am totally not disappointed. The interface is smooth and pretty but doesn't distract you from what you need to do: Learn Scales. The app has tons of scales in every key and you can easily change which key you want and which scale. It has a play feature that allows you to hear the scale played (in piano and guitar) and the root notes are highlighted to make it easier to get your bearings on the fretboard (the keyboard is easier for me). In addition to that, each scale you choose in whatever key gives you additional information such as the formula for the scale and chord progressions for that key (several, actually). If you want to learn your scales then you should definitely get this app.
However, if you do not have some rudimentary understanding of music theory and the notes on a fretboard, you will find this app a bit confusing. There are no explanations.
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FAQ

What does Scales & Modes do?

Scales & Modes provides an interactive visual and audio reference for diatonic scales and modes, which are fundamental to Western music theory. It allows users to see the notes of a scale on a musical staff, view fingerings for instruments like keyboard and guitar, and listen to the scales played note by note in any key.

What are the key features of Scales & Modes?

Key features include interactive display of scales and modes on a musical staff, audio playback of scales, fingerings for keyboard and guitar, and the ability to select root notes and keys. Additional instrument fingerings for violin and bass guitar are available as an in-app purchase.

Is Scales & Modes free to use?

The core functionality of Scales & Modes is available for free, allowing users to explore major and minor modes with keyboard and guitar fingerings. Certain additional features, such as violin and bass guitar fingerings, require an in-app purchase.

Who is Scales & Modes designed for?

This app is designed for a wide range of musicians, from professionals to amateurs, as well as individuals taking music theory classes or composing music. It serves as a handy reference for anyone needing to learn, remember, or apply diatonic scales and modes.

What types of scales and modes can I explore?

You can explore all the modes of the major scale, the natural minor scale, and the harmonic minor scale. The app allows you to select a root note and a specific scale to view its notes and listen to its progression.