Flamenco Explained vs Fretboard Memorization Toolbox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Flamenco Explained
Learn flamenco guitar with a structured online platform. It offers over 900 video lessons on technique, rhythm, and styles, explaining the 'why' behind the music. Ideal for beginners and experienced guitarists new to flamenco.
- 900+ in-depth video lessons
- Structured learning path (The Camino)
- Technique, rhythm (compás), and styles (palos)
- Falseta construction and usage
- Downloadable notation and TABs
- Progress tracking
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Learn flamenco guitar online with a clear, structured approach Flamenco Explained is an online flamenco guitar learning platform for people who are new to flamenco — from complete beginners to experienced guitarists — who want to understand rhythm, technique, and structure, not just copy videos. A clear, step-by-step way to learn flamenco guitar without feeling overwhelmed or intimidated. — WHAT IS FLAMENCO EXPLAINED Flamenco Explained is the most comprehensive flamenco guitar learning resource available, with 900+ in-depth video lessons covering: • Technique • Rhythm (compás) • Styles (palos) • Falsetas • Guided courses Flamenco can be taught, learned, and understood. Traditionally, flamenco guitar has been taught by rote — you sit with a teacher, copy what they play, and are told what to practice next, often without explanation. Flamenco Explained is inspired by that tradition, but goes further by clearly explaining how flamenco works, so you understand what you’re playing and why. The focus is not on mystique or gatekeeping, but on clarity, structure, and musical understanding. — NEW TO FLAMENCO DOESN’T MEAN NEW TO MUSIC Many members of Flamenco Explained already play guitar at a high level or have formal training in other musical traditions. Flamenco uses a unique rhythmic language and structure that is rarely explained clearly elsewhere. This platform was built to bridge that gap — which is why it’s used both by complete beginners and experienced musicians who are new to flamenco guitar. — A STRUCTURED LEARNING PATH: THE CAMINO If you’re new to flamenco or want strong foundations, you can follow The Camino — a guided learning path designed to take you step by step from the fundamentals to your first complete flamenco guitar solo. Along the way, you’ll learn: • Essential flamenco techniques • Core rhythmic forms (compás) • How falsetas are constructed and used • How everything fits together musically The Camino provides structure and direction, while still allowing you to move at your own pace. — A DEEP LIBRARY FOR FOCUSED LEARNING If you already have experience or want to work on specific topics, you can explore the library freely, including: • Technique breakdowns • Palos (flamenco forms) • Falsetas and solo material • Accompaniment concepts for singers and dancers • Topics rarely explained elsewhere Lessons are organized so you can study broadly or dive deep into exactly what you need. — YOUR SUBSCRIPTION INCLUDES • Access to 900+ high-quality flamenco guitar lessons • Downloadable music notation and TABs • HD video with multiple camera angles • Progress tracking so you can pick up where you left off • Community comments and feedback — Terms of Service: https://learn.flamencoexplained.com/tos Privacy Policy: https://learn.flamencoexplained.com/privacy
Fretboard Memorization Toolbox
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Memorizing the notes on the guitar fretboard can be very tedious. That's why we developed this effective mini-course which helps you learn through fun musical drills rather than using dry memorization. This guitar learning app by String Systems is designed to help you master the fretboard through enjoyable and easy lessons and drills. Learn to navigate the guitar through this tried and tested method that has been developed by Prokopis Skordis over more than 20 years of teaching guitar privately and online. VIDEO LESSONS This mini-course includes 4 video lessons that help you practice effectively and apply your fretboard knowledge in a musical way. DRILLS - LEARN THE FRETBOARD IN 7 STEPS Practice through 7 levels of guided musical drills and fun backing tracks. FREE COURSES AND LESSONS Enjoy extra weekly lessons and explore courses like "SFS Fretboard Secrets", "Open Chord Workshop", and more. ABOUT STRING SYSTEMS My name is Prokopis Skordis. Here's a quick summary of my relationship with the wonderful art of music: I started taking classical guitar lessons at the age of 10, way back in the late 20th century (1987 - good times). I continued on to take theory, harmony, ear training, solfege, and other boring lessons, until I graduated from the Greek National Conservatory with a diploma in classical guitar. I was then fortunate enough to get a Fulbright Program scholarship which allowed me to enroll in Berklee College Of Music in 1997. I concentrated on electric guitar and also took classes in improvisation, composition, arranging, production, engineering, and more. I graduated "Summa Cum Laude" (which basically means "this guy is very good") in 2001, with a degree in Music Production and Engineering (although I now find teaching and playing way more fun). Since 2001 I have been living in Limassol, Cyprus, teaching music to students of all ages and levels, and taking part in various bands and projects playing guitar or electric bass. The last few years I have concentrated in developing new ways to teach (and learn) music more effectively. Since 2014 I have started the process of putting these methods into digital format. These are tried and tested effective methods, so expect more and more good stuff coming to this app! https://string.systems/privacy-policy https://string.systems/terms SUPPORT Need help? Visit help.string.systems to use our help center or send me an email at help@string.systems.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Fretboard Memorization Toolbox at none against Flamenco Explained's 4. Fretboard Memorization Toolbox also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.1 vs 15.6). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Flamenco Explained sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Fretboard Memorization Toolbox asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Flamenco Explained | Fretboard Memorization Toolbox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (94 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 97.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 94 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 110 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Flamenco Explained LLC | String Systems aka Effective Music Practice LTD |
Bugs and requests
Flamenco Explained
Reported bugs
2 issues- App navigation is cumbersome and unintuitive
- Difficulty finding specific videos in the explore section
Requested features
6 requests- Improved app navigation and streamlined video access
- Music sheet notation and standard notation alongside videos
- More content for less popular flamenco styles like farruca
- Ability to resume courses after logging out
- Musician-dancer interaction content by palo
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- Better organization of videos in explore section
Fretboard Memorization Toolbox
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Flamenco Explained
- Flamenco Explained Monthly1 Month trial$19.991 Month
- Flamenco Explained Monthly7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Flamenco Explained Yearly1 Month trial$199.991 Year
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- Flamenco Explained Yearly7 Days trial$199.991 Year
Fretboard Memorization Toolbox
No in-app purchases
Questions
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