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Program Description:
This program was originally written in order to help young bassists to learn the notes and simple scales on the bass. I soon got requests from more advanced bassists requesting features to help them extend their knowledge of the fingerboard. With each version, I strive to maintain a program that a bassist can use as a beginner and continue to use as they grow to professional levels.

Requirements:
Operating Systems: Windows 98se, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP
Sound Card: required for audio effects

New Features in Version 2.5:
  • Sound support - Click to hear what the notes should sound like
  • 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 string bass options.
  • TONS of new predefined scale and arpeggio patterns.
  • Create and save your own custom patterns and tunings.
  • Note: The print feature is no longer available in Version 2.5


  • Future Versions:
    If you have any ideas or features you would like to see, please let me know.

    About the Author:
    Webb Pickersgill has studied the electric bass for over 17 years. Having played in a variety of cover and original bands, he has been influenced by many styles including jazz, rock, heavy metal, progressive rock, and has been influenced by many artists including Dream Theater, Joe Satriani, Stuart Hamm, Billy Sheehan, and Yngwie Malmsteen. He has a degree in Music Education from the University of Delaware, and currently is a eBusiness Technology Analyst at Rodel Inc.

    Revision History:
    Version 1.0:
  • This is the initial release

  • Version 2.0:
  • Added toolbar and status boxes for key and tonality
  • Enabled a print feature (for registered users)
  • Enabled the Tonality menu
  • The custom tuning menu has been updated
  • Added a scroll bar for easier view of higher frets
  • Added adjustable fret spacing
  • Added Fretted/Fretless option
  • Combined View and Display from V1.0 into 1 menu
  • Support for more popup menus
  • Added notes at the NUT
  • Added string labels for tuning
  • Added the InfoWindow
  • Added the option to change colors

  • All Pages Copyright 2002 Webb Pickersgill
    All Rights Reserved