Dev tools · September 14, 2018
Guitar Dashboard – Open source music theory explorer for guitarists
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Guitar Dashboard is an open-source music theory tool designed for guitarists. It helps users explore and understand music theory concepts through an interactive interface. The software visualizes guitar fretboards and music theory relationships, making it easier for players to learn scales, chords, and progressions. Suitable for guitarists of all levels seeking to deepen their music theory knowledge, Guitar Dashboard offers a free, community-driven approach to learning.
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