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.
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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HELP! — no sound!
Tantalizing, just what I want — EXCEPT the scales & modes don't make a sound. Anyone know how to fix this?
Where is the Melodic Minor Scale?
Did I miss it? If you’re the developer, can you tell me where it is? Thanks.
Theory for bass guitar
Finally, I've been looking for an app that works for my application. Being a bassist for over 40 years, it's great for educators of all kinds of instruments. A cool parchment paper look as well. Two thumbs up!
Looks good BUT THERE'S NO SOUND
I tried this on my iPhone and iPad. There was no sound for either one -- and that was the main reason I got it. I tried updating my software, turning off and on, checking volume for other apps, and reinstalling. Still no volume. For me this was a disappointment and a a waste of money!
Very good
Needs melodic minor examples and a portrait/ landscape switch. Oyster than that, it's extremely helpful.
Add On fail
Got this app because it had the violin add on which is unavailable...not happy
Needs fingerings
The app would get higher number of stars if fingering was included.
Best Mode App I found
This was exactly what I was looking for. I splurged for the add-in also because I play mandolin. My only beef was this: how hard is it to draw in the fret lines on the violin and offer that in the add-in?
A big help. Thanks
A big help. Thanks
Very helpful
It's also been great to get away from tab and relearn the staff, pitch and scale at the same time. Worth it.
Needs fingering
This is a nice app. I would offer two suggestions. First, it needs fingering. This is very important to get right when playing a scale and even experienced players are not certain of the fingering in the more obscure scales. This could easily be added in the info screen. Second, the notational scale is ascending only. I would like to see it have the option for ascending and descending, so that sight reading the staff matched the tones. If it had fingering I would rate it 5 stars.
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Also for violin
I was hours searching the web for a scale finder tool for violin, with no success. Found this by accident, as after I downloaded it, I discovered that for an add on purchase of 99c , it shows also the scales on the violin fingerboard or the bass (not mentioned by the developer). Great tool and pretty unique, although the sound emulation for the violin sounds rather like a muffled harmonium, but that does not really matter in the scheme of all things.
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Music theory prof approves!
I have taught music theory for decades now, and this is the sweetest tool I've ever seen. All of my college theory students will now be required to get and use this app..... I love it. Concise, simple and surprisingly elegant in its design.
For music theory, the scales and modes require endless repetition for mastery, and this app makes it easy and you can work on modes in your own privacy.
Great app!
Prof of Music, USU Eastern
For music theory, the scales and modes require endless repetition for mastery, and this app makes it easy and you can work on modes in your own privacy.
Great app!
Prof of Music, USU Eastern
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Minor scales
Why is the melodic minor scale omitted?
Hardest thing in music to figure out
This is fabulous! I can listen a hundred times if I want to. I wish this had been available when I took my first music degree 44 years ago. Keep up the good work.
Very helpful
Very helpful information to have handy real quick. Being a musician I always need to brush up on the application of these scales and modes. It would be even more helpful to give audio examples or visual examples of chords or chord progressions these scales can be played over. Great app though!
