What to play first
These are the most dependable note targets for supporting the current key on bass.
Choose a key
The display updates instantly. You will see the scale tones, the most reliable bass notes, useful movement shapes, and practical next destinations for songwriting.
Movement patterns
Use these shapes for groove writing, fills, and practical root movement.
Color tones
The tones that define the sound of the selected key.
Play this now
This section turns the selected key into simple bass movements you can try immediately. Start with the root and fifth, then add the third and seventh for more identity and color.
Where the song can go next
Common next destinations from the current key, presented from a songwriting viewpoint.
Plain English
4-String fretboard map
Roots are bright, fifths are medium, thirds and sevenths are color tones, and the rest of the scale appears subtly.
Root
Fifth
3rd
7th
Scale tones