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Triqtraq LE is a free limited edition of the critically acclaimed music app Triqtraq - Jam Sequencer.

Author Zaplin Music
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Keyboards, Drums, Percussion, Guitar
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link

A creative bass music synth sequencer for electro melodies or dirty phat & funky acid techno basslines.

New version 1.7
Old version 1.6
Release Notes Some optimisation.
Author Rob Wilmot
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Bass
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link

SquareSynth is a hybrid analog/8bit style synthesizer. It takes features from the NES console, and the Commodore 64 personal computer.

New version 1.1.2
Old version 1.1.1
Release Notes • Updated Midi Map.
Author James Navarro
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU)

Quanta is a six-voice granular synthesizer for iOS11+ in both standalone (with Inter-App Audio) and AudioUnit V3 formats.

New version 1.0.19
Old version 1.0.18
Release Notes >> The little disk icon on the front panel that loads a sample would make the AUv3 not work at all once you pressed it. According to detailed customer feedback, this was "bad" and "sucked." (Kidding aside, our mistake; fixed now. All 1.0.18 updates are included in this update as well.)
Author Audio Damage, Inc.
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audio Unit (AU)

Sir Sampleton is a sampling musical keyboard inspired by Casio and Yamaha samplers from the 80s.

New version 3.3.5
Old version 3.3.4
Release Notes There is an issue affecting a small number of users where the samples come out as loud noise. I've never been able to reproduce this issue on any of my devices or on any of Apple's iOS simulators, but I'm releasing an update built with the latest tools to see if it improves the issue. I suggest making sure you have the latest version of iOS installed and reboot your device completely. Also make sure you have microphone permission enabled for Sir Sampleton in settings. I've only received one or two emails on this issue over the last year, so I think it is only affecting a small percentage of users. If anyone is having this issue, please email me the exact device model and iOS version that you're using.
Author Paul Slocum
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

This is a Lite version of EGDR909 - 909 Drum Machine, but all its functionalities can be unlocked as in-app purchase.

New version 2.0.2
Old version 2.0.1
Release Notes 2.0.2 - Fix visualization on iPad Pro 12.9 2.0.1 - Fix volume issue on iPhone 2.0 - AU3 with full parameters automation and transport sync with host - Audiobus 3 - Ableton Link 3.0 support - Added ‘Open in’ for recordings
Author Elliott Garage
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link

The Beat Station is a rhythm machine for practicing guitar, bass, keyboard, or any type of instrument, and also brings to production and live performance the ease of not requiring live drums and a drummer.

Author Sonar Multimedia
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA)

EGDR808 is a drum machine that emulates the vintage hardware from the 80's.

New version 3.1.3
Old version 3.1.2
Release Notes - Fixed visualization on iPhone X - Fixed bug on autofill - Improved audio engine
Author Elliott Garage
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link

EGDR909 is a drum machine that emulates the vintage hardware from the 80's with all the facilities of modern software.

New version 2.0.2
Old version 2.0.1
Release Notes 2.0.2 - Fix visualization on iPad Pro 12.9 2.0.1 - Fix volume issue on iPhone 2.0 - AU3 with full parameters automation and transport sync with host - Audiobus 3 - Ableton Link 3.0 support - Added ‘Open in’ for recordings
Author Elliott Garage
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link

Create music with Noisepad by looping audio samples and recordings and adding live effects.

New price $0.99
Old price $6.99
Author MediaGROE
Type Instrument
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Audiobus

SynthMaster Player for iPad is the MOBILE PLAYER VERSION of the award winning SynthMaster software synthesizer.

New version 1.1.10
Old version 1.1.9
Release Notes added Favorites feature for the preset browser fixed a bug that the saved user presets were not displayed in AU extension fixed a bug that scala tuning files were not read fixed a bug for oversized UI scaling
Author KV331 Audio
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

A creative bass music synth sequencer for electro melodies or dirty phat & funky acid techno basslines.

New price $3.99
Old price $6.99
Author Rob Wilmot
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Bass
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link

With the special lightweight version of SynthScaper LE you can easily create and modify your own multi-timbral pads and atmospheric soundscapes.

New version 1.1
Old version 1.0
Release Notes This update improves work of app when use as Audio Unit and adds new modes. SynthScaper LE continues to develop and improve. - Fixed problem with presets list in AU instances. - Added hotkeys bar when full screen keyboard. - Help panel opens on full screen. - Added mode when sequencer knobs use "Scale" range (in standalone). - Fixed problem with BPM sync when work with some AU hosts. - Improved work in "freeze" mode in DAWs (exclude sequencer). - Fixed problem with restore last selected scene when start as AU. - Improved work of arpeggiator when changing keys. - Added several new scenes and presets.
Author Igor Vasiliev
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU), Ableton Link

Quanta is a six-voice granular synthesizer for iOS11+ in both standalone (with Inter-App Audio) and AudioUnit V3 formats.

New version 1.0.18
Old version 1.0.15
Release Notes >> TUN file loading added to AUv3 version. >> Fixed various small crashy bugs (mostly related to loading small samples or no sample at all.) >> Fixed the MPE pitch bend override function so it does its one job correctly. >> Updated the factory presets to fix the spelling of Marcus Fischer's name so he would stop complaining. (Requires complete deletion and re-install if this bothers you.) >> Rebuilt with all current SDKs and libraries.
Author Audio Damage, Inc.
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audio Unit (AU)

We have designed the UI with only the the physics of audio and the current touch interface in mind, dropping all the baggage of the past.

New version 1.0.8
Old version 1.0.7
Release Notes Fixed a bug where the Vocals Factory presets where not showing up.
Author Joshua Goossen
Type Effect
Effect type Equalizer, Filter
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

EGDR606 is a drum machine that emulates the vintage hardware from the 80's.

New version 2.0
Old version 1.0
Release Notes - AU3 with full parameters automation and transport sync with host - Audiobus 3 - Ableton Link 3.0 support - Added ‘Open in’ for recordings
Author Elliott Garage
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link

Compose original beats in the smooth one-window interface, record sound tweaks in realtime and sample your own sounds for direct use.

New version 1.9.3
Old version 1.9.2
Release Notes Bug fixes and minor improvements
Author Zaplin Music
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Keyboards, Drums, Percussion, Guitar
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link

AudioKit Synth One is a completely free & open-source professional iOS Synthesizer. 

New version 1.0.1
Old version 1.0.0
Release Notes Thanks everyone! Lots of NICE upgrades in this one: + NOTE: iPhone 6/7/8 users with the view/sides cutoff – Do you have Zoom On in your iPhone? In your phone, try going to "Settings" > "Display & Brightness" and change zoom to "Standard". And, make sure Zoom is turned off in general accessibility. That will probably fix it for you. Good luck! :) UPDATES by Lord of Microtonality / AudioKit team-member Marcus Hobbs: • AudioKit TuneUp: The Tuning Panel now has a “back button” that will fast-switch back to the app that tuned up the synth without navigating to iOS. You can use apps such as "Wilsonic" to create tunings that will load into Synth One. Search for free app "Wilsonic" in the app store. This way, you can create scales & share micro-tunings between apps. You have been asking for these updates for awhile, they're finally here: • The Sequencer Panel now has a beat “Divisions” knob that scales the arpeggiator/sequencer tempo from 1/64th triplets to 8 bars • The Arpeggiator+Sequencer will now start when you press a key making it easy to perform with other instruments. • The Envelopes Panel has a knob for ADSR Pitch Tracking. The higher the value the more quiet high notes become. This is useful for presets where the high notes are as loud or louder than bass notes. • The Keyboard bar now has a Transpose stepper (semitones) • Fixed bug in Hidden panel (HAQ Panel) where the “Freeze Delay, Freeze Reverb, Freeze Arp Rate/Seq Pattern” buttons weren’t working properly. Did you know Synth One has a secret hidden panel? See if you can find it ;) Did you know the source code for Synth One is all online? And, you can contribute to the app! New contributor, Matt Siren, is a new volunteer who added something to Synth One this week: + He made the Delay smoother in this update Plus, he's got more things in the works. The AudioKit Source Code is available at https://github.com/AudioKit/AudioKitSynthOne/ Everyone is a volunteer. Feel free to jump in! Other updates requested by users: + Home bar fades out when not tapped in the area on Devices without home buttons + Small fixes + updates + Synth One & all of these upgrades will always be free. Thank you! Please note that we all are volunteers. AudioKit does not have any sponsors or investors. We are all musician/developers who love making apps. Any help spreading the word about this app would be appreciated. The more people that know about the apps, the more musicians can enjoy them! Thank you! For friendly conversation or to say hello, please email hello@audiokitpro.com
Author AudioKit Pro
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU), Ableton Link

This is a AUv3 compatible audio compressor which can be used as plugin with your favourite DAW such as Cubasis, Meteor, Auria or GarageBand.

New version 1.04
Old version 1.03
Release Notes Re-engineered filters to be create a more transparent effect. Fixed an issue where fractional gains/thresholds were rounded to the nearest dB on loading plugin. Added a RESET button to zero gain and threshold values for all bands to 0dB.
Author 4Pockets.com
Type Effect
Effect type Compressor, Limiter, Gate
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

Rhythm Lab is a comprehensive rhythm app that tests your skill and coordination.  There are four types of drills: single, double, drum, and drum kit.

New version 3.2.3
Old version 3.2.2
Release Notes Fixed barline issue: measure barlines now display properly when app is displayed using a digital projector.
Author Jonathan Ensminger
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Audiobus