Scale Finder β modes, piano & playback
Explore scales and modes: see the notes on a piano and hear them play.
π Runs entirely in your browser. Your input and output are never sent to a server or stored β fully private.
About this tool
Scale Finder lets you explore scales and modes β major, minor, the church modes, pentatonic, blues and more β showing the notes on a piano and playing them back so you can hear how each one sounds. Choose a root and a scale to see its exact notes, ideal for improvising, writing melodies or studying theory. It all runs in your browser, with the audio generated as you click.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a scale and a mode?
A mode is a scale built by starting on a different degree of a parent scale β D Dorian, for instance, uses the notes of C major but centres on D. The finder shows the notes for each mode so you can compare their distinct colours side by side.
How do I use a scale to improvise?
Pick the scale that matches the song's key, learn its notes on your instrument, and use them as a safe palette to solo over the chords. Hearing the scale played back first helps you memorise its sound before you start.