Features & Capabilities

Now a Universal Purchase — buy once and enjoy Guitarist’s Reference on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac at no extra cost.

Introducing the Ultimate Guitarist's Companion - Your All-in-One Solution for Mastering the Fretboard:

  • Comprehensive Package: Elevate your guitar journey with an all-encompassing suite of tools and knowledge. Explore Guitar Chords, Chord Progressions, Scales, Triads, Arpeggios, Fretboard Note Mastery, Reverse Chord & Scale Finder, Chord Quizzes, Alternate Tunings, Guitar Tuner, Virtual Guitar and the intricate web of Chord-Scale Relationships.

  • Guitar Chord Encyclopedia: Unleash the potential of over 3000 commonly used guitar chords. Dive into chord theory and find clarity through easy-reference diagrams. Test your prowess with the Chord Quiz feature – a true test of your skills.

  • Mastering Guitar Scales: Demystify the realm of guitar scales fearlessly. From the basics to the sublime, our comprehensive scale reference transforms your fretboard knowledge. With 42 scale types spanning major, minor, pentatonic, modes, and more, you'll command all keys with confidence.

  • Unveiling Chord-Scale Relationships: Say goodbye to chord change anxiety. Our guide deciphers the intricate dance between chords and scales. Elevate your playing by understanding which scales harmonize with each chord, empowering you to navigate complex progressions effortlessly.

  • Modern Guitarist's Arpeggios: Seamlessly locate any arpeggio, regardless of your reading ability. Presented in intuitive diagram form, this feature benefits both beginners seeking structured guidance and professionals requiring arpeggio references for any musical scenario.

  • Alternate Tunings Explored: Dive deep into 36 of the most popular alternate tunings, expanding your creative horizons. Whether you're in Standard or Alternate Tuning, access Scales, Arpeggios, and Fretboard Notes effortlessly. Guitar Tuner: Our improved tuning feature now allows you to tune your guitar by ear across a wide range of preset alternate tunings.

  • Reverse Chord/Scale Finder Tool: Transform your musical ideas into named chords/scales effortlessly. Struggling to name a chord/scale you've crafted? This ingenious tool deciphers your fretboard inputs, revealing the chord/scale's identity.

  • Virtual Guitar: Immerse yourself in the guitar-playing experience right from your device. Our virtual guitar feature enables you to strum, pluck, and navigate the fretboard with a variety of alternate tunings. Whether you're a seasoned guitarist or a beginner, this feature provides a platform for practice, chord and scale experimentation, and the joy of guitar sounds without requiring a physical instrument. Take hold of virtual strings and let your musical creativity flow.

Experience an unparalleled guitar journey, where knowledge meets practice in perfect harmony. Unleash your true potential with our All-in-One Guitarist's Package.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
My App Catalog LLC
Rating:
4.90
(14)
Version:
7.2.0 Last updated: 2024-06-04
Version code:
866394723
Creation date:
2009-02-06
Compatible devices:
Size:
78.54MB
Price:
19.99
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-07
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Developed by:
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https://apps.apple.com/us/app/guitarists-reference/id304048049
Website:
http://www.GuitaristsReference.com/

User Reviews

Users praise Guitarist's Reference for being a thorough, visually rich tool that makes chord shapes, inversions, arpeggios, and scale relationships easy to study. It's seen as intuitive, fast, and a long‑time go‑to resource, especially for jazz guitar. However, reviews repeatedly flag several recurring drawbacks: an incomplete chord library (missing grips and diminished chords), audio issues on some devices (no sound or tuning lacking), lack of support for alternate tunings, dissatisfaction with newer UI changes, and occasional stability problems. Addressing these areas would solidify its standing as the premiere all‑in‑one guitar reference.
Pros
  • A highly comprehensive visual reference for chords (inversions, extensions) and scales that many users consider superior to other apps.
  • Very easy to use with intuitive navigation and excellent arpeggios; described as the easiest, quickest, and most accurate guitar tool.
  • Longstanding, reliable go-to reference that users rely on for jazz studies and daily practice.
  • Ability to relate chords to scales across positions, aiding learning and fingering, with frequent praise for its usefulness.
Cons
  • Incomplete chord library and grips (e.g., limited Cadd9 options, missing diminished chords).
  • Audio issues: no sound on iPad or sound not working; inconsistent audio quality.
  • Lack of support for alternate tunings; chords in alternate tunings not available and tunings are limited.
  • New version UX changes are less intuitive and users miss the old version; design/theme issues.
  • Stability and performance problems on some devices (crashes, lag, slow chord lookup, and payment/load issues).
Recent reviews
I have had this app for many years. And as a visual aid for guitarists who understand some theory but need some visual reminders from time to time about chord inversions and extensions and scale layouts it is superior to any other app I have seen. But it does have some shortcomings. Just now I was looking for all the options for a Cadd9 chord. It only offered two options and neither was the simplest version in the first position built off the open C Major chord. I have also found missing grips for other jazzy type chords under the “CHORD” tab, which I have had to look for by using the chord ”FINDER” tab for grips I have seen other people use that I don’t have a name for. This may seem a petty complaint for such an excellent app, but when nothing else out there in “APPworld” is so concise, comprehensive and easy to use, it would be nice for it to be perfect.
by Ba*****, 2025-11-05

I've been an off and on professional guitar player and songwriter for 40 years and this is the easiest, quickest and most accurate guitar tool ever. It's not just an app, it's a tool.
by cb*****, 2025-05-21

Best app for guitar I’ve ever used
by Jo*****, 2025-03-20
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