# Total Guitar — Lessons, Tabs & Interviews

> Guitar tab, lessons, gear reviews, and interviews from Total Guitar magazine. (iPhone/iPad app by Future plc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/total-guitar/id452696061 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Future plc](https://appshunter.io/developer/378460265)
- Category: Music, Music, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.73/5 from 145 App Store ratings · 111 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 51 MB
- Languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
- Released: 2011-10-12
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/total-guitar/id452696061/reviews.md

## What is Total Guitar?

Total Guitar magazine has the best access to guitar heroes. 

Every issue is crammed full of the world’s best and most accurate guitar tab and there are great songs, tracks and riffs for every level of player from beginner to expert. 

From the latest metal and indie hits to classic rock, Total Guitar has more songs than any other guitar magazine. 

Each issue is packed full of reviews of the latest guitars, amps, effects and basses.

Join thousands of others and download our free app now!

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Once you’ve downloaded our app, you will need to take a free trial or purchase a single issue or subscription to access our in-depth content. We also publish specials and guides - browse our publications, read what interests you most, and get inspired.

Back issues, specials, and future issues are available for purchase within the app. Subscriptions are available on various monthly and annual terms, and auto-renew until you decide to cancel it. Check inside the app for current pricing.

*** Please Note: Our digital edition is not printable and does not include the covermount items or supplements you would find with the print edition ***
 
• The free trial offer is only available to new subscribers. If you have previously subscribed then payment will be taken immediately.
• You can cancel at any time during the free trial period and you will not be charged. Simply turn off auto-renew in your Apple account subscriptions page at least 24 hours before the auto-renew is due.
• Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
• Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period.
• You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for that product.
• You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase .
• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period.  This does not affect your statutory rights.
• Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription.
• We will be collecting information about your use of the app both when you are online and offline. To find out more please see our privacy policy.

The subscription will include the current issue if you don't already own it and subsequently published future issues for the duration of your subscription period.

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By purchasing a subscription or downloading an app you agree that you have read and accept Future Publishing Ltd's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use:
 
www.futureplc.com/privacy-policy/
www.futureplc.com/terms-conditions/

## Key features

- Accurate guitar tab
- Songs for all levels
- Gear reviews
- Interviews with guitar heroes
- In-depth content
- Specials and guides

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Month Subscription | $11.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Month Subscription | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Subscription | $36.99 | per year |
| 1 Month Subscription | $2.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| November 2011 | $3.99 | one-time |
| December 2011 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Winter 2011 | $3.99 | one-time |
| January 2012 | $3.99 | one-time |
| October 2012 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Issue 378 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Issue 380 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Issue 382 | $3.99 | one-time |
| June 2011 | $3.99 | one-time |
| June 2012 | $3.99 | one-time |
| November 2013 | $3.99 | one-time |
| April 2016 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Issue 390 | $3.99 | one-time |
| All Total Guitar back issues | $69.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Total Guitar?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 📚 High-quality guitar content for all skill levels
- 🎸 Excellent lessons and artist interviews
- 💰 Affordable digital pricing vs. print
- 📱 Convenient mobile access to multiple issues
- 🎵 Audio backing tracks for practice
- 🖼️ High-quality image presentation
- 🌍 Portable magazine library

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing
- 📥 Persistent download failures and errors
- 🔌 Requires internet for streaming content
- ❌ Lost access to previously purchased issues
- 📞 Poor or non-existent customer support
- 🔍 Lack of search and browse functionality
- 📖 Missing content from print edition (backing tracks, videos)
- ⚠️ Misleading 'free' app listing with paid content
- 🔄 Issues after app updates requiring re-downloads
- 📱 Poor readability on smaller screens

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on iOS updates (iOS 8, iOS 11)
- Failed to Load Store message preventing downloads
- Corrupted file errors on back issues
- Magazine won't open or load
- Restore purchases not working
- Slow or hanging download processes
- Backing tracks no longer play in background while reading
- App hangs and loops on subscription verification
- Duplicate app icons appearing after updates
- Inability to view store or access content
- Subscription not syncing across multiple devices

**Most requested features**

- Offline access to audio tracks and videos
- Searchable content by genre, artist, and title
- Table of contents with text search capability
- Bookmarking and annotation features
- Longer practice tracks
- Automatic magazine downloads for subscribers
- Ability to delete Newsstand app icon
- Sample issues or free trial period
- Improved text sizing for smaller devices
- Backing tracks playable while reading tabs simultaneously
- Download option for instructional videos
- Better page navigation from table of contents

## Recent user reviews (10 of 111)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/total-guitar/id452696061/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2021-05-25*

Completely lost all access to my previously purchased issues. Tried several times to restore purchases but I never works. What a waste of money!

### 5/5 — Has something for everyone

*2021-05-09*

Always a great read. Something new and interesting to learn to play every month.

### 5/5 — A Wealth of Guitar Geekness

*2019-12-16, version 5.6.3*

Guitar inspiration for all levels. Not only do you get excellent lessons with audio but toss in great artist interviews from not only established artist but also some artist below the mainstream audience. This is one of the places I learn of some amazing artists. Then add gear reviews that give you all info you need, all in a handy well presented format. Worth every penny!

### 5/5 — Well worth the price

*2019-08-30, version 5.2.31*

It’s fun to read and good songs to play.

### 5/5 — Great App and good company

*2019-03-16, version 5.2.31*

This app has vastly improved and is very helpful in keeping on track while practicing. Plenty of challenging material and good examples to play along with. 

I have ordered several times and there have beeN minor issues, but they usually resolve the problem in my favor. 

Keep it up, my one request would be to make the practice tracks a little longer ....

### 5/5 — Great magazine, great app to read it with

*2019-01-06*

I subscribe to a number of online magazines and this one is really great. Easy to use, good navigation, etc. Thanks!

### 2/5 — Used to be better

*2018-10-13*

The backing track for the tabbed songs no longer plays in the background whilst reading the tab. It has for a while opened up in the browser so you can’t read the tab and play along to the backing track at the same time, not much use.

### 5/5 — Nice!

*2018-09-10*

Nice! (Very Nice!)

### 1/5 — Rip off

*2018-07-26, version 5.2.31*

I subscribed to the print and digital version.  I was unable to log into the print version and after finally being able to it said I had to pay to download the current issue.  After numerous attempts to contact the company I only received automated messages with a link to the same useless faq page on the app.  I had no choice but to turn the matter over to the fraud department of my bank in order to get my money back.  Don’t waste your money on this.

### 1/5 — Total guitar

*2018-02-15, version 5.2.31*

Not good will not load Bought a couple magazine can’t read them

## Frequently asked questions about Total Guitar

### What does the Total Guitar app offer?

The app provides accurate guitar tab for a wide range of songs suitable for all skill levels, from beginner to expert. It also features reviews of the latest guitars, amps, effects, and basses, as well as interviews with guitar heroes.

### How can I access the content in the Total Guitar app?

After downloading the app, you will need to take a free trial, purchase a single issue, or subscribe to access the in-depth content. Back issues, specials, and future issues are also available for purchase within the app.

### What are the subscription options and pricing?

Subscriptions are available on various monthly and annual terms and auto-renew until canceled. You can check inside the app for current pricing. Payment is charged to your iTunes Account upon purchase, and subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.

### Is the Total Guitar app compatible with my device?

The app description does not specify device compatibility. However, it mentions that payment is charged to your iTunes Account and subscriptions can be managed through Apple account settings, suggesting it is available on iOS devices.

### Can I print the content from the digital edition?

No, the digital edition of the app is not printable. It also does not include any covermount items or supplements that might be found with the print edition of the magazine.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.1.8 — 2024-02-21

• We've fixed a bug with streaming media assets and improved the customer support process.

### 7.1.1 — 2023-08-09

We've improved the initial app loading time and squashed some bugs

### 7.0.12 — 2023-06-07

Hi there readers! We'd like to introduce you to an all-new user interface making your reading experience smarter and easier than ever before. Please let us know if you experience any issues with this update at apps@futurenet.com.

### 6.4 — 2023-01-03

Bug fixes and improved customer support via the help page.

### 6.0.6 — 2020-06-11

General app improvements and bug fixes.

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