Fret Surfer Guitar Trainer
By Jason Neufeld
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Description
NEW: iPad version now available. Just look for 'Fret Surfer HD'!
If you've ever wanted to know every note on your guitar, then this little app is for you. I designed this based on my own need for a good way to solidify my note knowledge, and I believe it will help you gain a master of the fretboard as well.
Fret Surfer works through two game modes: finding a fret when given a note and a string, and finding a note based on a given fret. The game is highly customizable, with options for which notes and strings to quiz, number of questions, and how much time per question. Alternate tunings and left-handed mode are also available. Statistics let you know which areas of the fretboard to focus on to maximize your learning.
Look for the Bass and Mandolin versions of Fret Surfer in the App Store!
What's New in Version 1.85
Some subtle (but important) improvements and a new feature!
- You can now specify how long you want between questions (3, 2, or 1 second)
- Trimmed the file size of the application way down, leaving you valuable room for other apps :)
- Sound now works properly with the volume control like other games!
iPhone Screenshots
Customer Reviews
Great help in learning fretboard!
Works really well and lets user tailor the game to focus on areas that need attention.
Not good for alternate tunings
Would not recommend if you're into alternate tunings.
I tune my 5th string to a C which is out of the range by one half step. This drives me nuts.
The app is useless unless you tune withing the parameters shown above.
Moving onto another app with more tuning flexibility.
Custom games are buggy
This app has the nice option to let you set the specific frets and strings you want to work on. Unfortunately the app alters these settings in unpredictable ways, and you begin to wonder why you're not tested on certain notes. It's a bug.
- $1.99
- Category: Music
- Updated: May 10, 2011
- Version: 1.85
- Size: 0.8 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Japanese
- Seller: Jason Neufeld
- © 2010 Jason Neufeld Design
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad.Requires iOS 3.2 or later
