FretLab - Fretboard Builder

About FretLab - Fretboard Builder

FretLab is the modern fretboard design tool for guitar builders, luthiers, and DIY enthusiasts. Replace complex spreadsheets and confusing calculators with a guided, conversational experience that walks you through every step of designing your perfect fretboard.

GUIDED DESIGN EXPERIENCE
Skip the intimidating forms and technical jargon. FretLab asks simple questions and guides you through the design process step by step. Get helpful explanations and smart defaults along the way, so you always know what you're choosing and why.

PRECISE CALCULATIONS
- Single-scale and multiscale (fanned fret) support
- Equal temperament fret position calculations
- Automatic taper rate and width calculations
- Support for any number of frets and strings
- Metric and imperial unit support

LIVE VISUAL PREVIEW
Watch your fretboard come to life as you answer questions. See exactly how your choices affect the final design with real-time diagram updates. No more guessing - visualize before you build.

PROFESSIONAL EXPORTS
Export your designs in multiple formats ready for the shop:
- SVG Construction Layout: Full layout with labels and dimensions
- SVG Clean Geometry: Optimized for CAD/CAM import
- DXF CAD Format: Ready for CNC machines and laser cutters
- 1:1 Print Template (PDF): Actual-size template with verification ruler
- Verification Report: Detailed measurements with automatic checksums

BUILT FOR BUILDERS
FretLab understands what guitar builders actually need:
- Shop-ready dimensions translated from raw geometry
- Warnings when your design has unusual proportions
- Cross-verification with industry-standard tools
- Presets for popular guitar styles (Fender, Gibson, and more)

KEY FEATURES
- Conversational UI that guides you through complex decisions
- Support for acoustic, electric, bass, and custom instruments
- Multiscale/fanned fret designs with customizable neutral fret
- Width calculations at nut, 12th fret, and end of board
- Save and manage multiple projects
- Quick-start presets for common guitar configurations

PERFECT FOR
- Professional luthiers building custom instruments
- Hobbyist guitar builders working on their first build
- Repair technicians replacing or modifying fretboards
- Students learning instrument construction
- Anyone who wants accurate fretboard geometry without the math headaches

FretLab takes the guesswork out of fretboard design. Whether you're building a traditional Stratocaster-style guitar or an experimental multiscale bass, FretLab gives you the precise measurements you need to build with confidence.

Download FretLab and start designing your next fretboard today.