Beta Testing Guitarator Toolbox 2.0 for Mac OS X

Are you interested in a free copy of Guitarator Toolbox for Mac? People have been requesting a Mac version for years, so I’m very happy that this is becoming a reality. I want to make sure it works without any bugs or crashes, so I’m counting on beta testers to help me out. All I ask is you try the app and let me know how it goes. For your feedback, you’ll get a free copy of the full version when it is released.

This version is for Mac only and requires at least OS X version 10.7 (Lion).

The link to accept the license and get the app is below, but I recommend reading these instructions first so you don’t run into issues.

What is Guitarator Toolbox?

It is a desktop application, originally written for PC, but NOW available for Mac, with the following features:

• Look up how to play any chord you can think of in any tuning for your guitar, bass, or other stringed fretted instrument.
• Look up how to play lots of different scales.
• Perform a “reverse chord lookup” where you pick the frets and it tells you the name of the chord.
• NEW: Metronome.
• NEW: Chromatic Tuner.

Here’s what you need to know:

1. I’m Using HockeyApp For the Downloads

I am using the HockeyApp service (owned by Microsoft) to allow for automatic updates, crash reports, and so on. All you need to sign up is an email address. The “Agree” button below will take you there.

2. Download and Install

After signing up for HockeyApp, you’ll get a link to download the program. After downloading and opening with Archive Utility, the app will probably be in your Downloads folder. You may want to drag the icon into the Applications folder before running it.

3. Let me know how it goes

Please send me any comments, suggestions, or bugs you encounter. You can reach me on my contact page or within the app itself by clicking the Guitarator Toolbox menu and selecting Send Feedback.
Please remember this is BETA quality, so there may be bugs.

Thank you!

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