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Slice and sequence your loops with a matrix of markov-chain connections. Introduce order with the probability based coin-flipping pattern sequencer.

New version 1.2.2
Old version 1.2.1
Release Notes 1.2.2: Fix crash when trying to import audio. 1.2.1: Compatibility fixes for modern iOS. Support full screen resolution on larger iPads.
Author Kymatica AB
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

Evolver is a performance tool for creating multi-layered evolving sequences of sound.

New price $7.99
Old price $9.99
Author 4Pockets.com
Type Effect
Effect type Other

iRig Recorder is an audio and video recording app for iPhone or iPad.

New version 3.0.3
Old version 3.0.2
Release Notes -General reliability & security improvements
Author IK Multimedia US, LLC
Type Host
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

Jamm Pro is the anticipated evolution of Ninja Jamm, the original touch controlled beat app. Easy to use but deep, Jamm Pro includes Ninja Jamm users most requested feature: the ability to load your own samples.

New version 1.0.5
Old version 1.0.4
Release Notes This version includes optimizations for improved audio performance, fixed bugs, and we’ve added two new features to the sub bass synth. More new features and improvements coming in the next update! • Optimizations for improved audio performance. • Add edit bar length of a clip in the clip panel. • Add dynamic mode for subbass synth. • Sidechain key inputs now trigger subbass synth. • Add some automatic fixes for failed audio file loads when loading a set. • Fix bug with incorrect stem length value when exporting to Ableton Live set. • Fix audio session buffer size was not always recalled correctly at app launch under certain conditions. • Various bug fixes.
Author Ninja Tune
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link

Rhythm Pad includes a wide range of high-quality real and electronic drum kits.

New version 5.0
Old version 4.12
Release Notes A new version of Rhythm Pad has arrived. This version includes a new and improved user interface with new features and drum kits. • Introducing the Sequencer - Quickly put together drum patterns of up to 8 bars using the sequencer. • Quantization - Now you can record with quantization enabled. • New high-quality, professionally sampled real and electronic drum kits. • Apply built-in reverb and compression effects to process the drum sounds. • Custom drum kits - Create new drum kits with sounds from other factory drum kits.
Author JSplash Apps
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Audiobus

ScalePlay is a generative music app capable of producing the most intricate patterns and sequences.

New version 1.3.5
Old version 1.3.4
Release Notes • This version addresses some minor graphic issues and improves compatibility on iPad 7g.
Author RoGame Software
Type Host, Tool
Supports Audiobus

Chameleon is an AUv3 compatible sampler instrument plugin for your favourite DAW.

New price $5.99
Old price $7.99
Author 4Pockets.com
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audio Unit (AU)

iReal Pro offers an easy-to-use tool to help musicians of all levels master their art. It simulates a real-sounding band that can accompany you as you practice.

New version 2020.7
Old version 2020.4.1
Release Notes - Updated Cuba-Son Montuno 2-3 and 3-2 styles - Improve search with high quality results at the top - Fixed Pop RnB Rhodes part going out of sync on long songs - Change guitar part in Blues Lucille to play long notes with 4 chords per measure - Fix issue with songs in 7/4 and 9/8 time signatures not playing a drum crash at the beginning of song sections - Improved voicing selection for keyboard and guitar instruments to avoid really high and low registers - Added small disclosure indicator in chord diagrams to help discover alternate options - Improved support for AirTurn - Fixed volume getting louder with distortions when adding reverb in the mixer - Replaced song view background color picker with newer version - Updated Piano, Guitar, Ukulele and Chord Scale Libraries with better scrolling and position indicators
Author Technimo LLC
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds All-in-one
Supports Audiobus

AU Host is a simple Audio Unit (Effect) host application for live performance.

New version 4.1.0
Old version 4.0.0
Release Notes Fixed bugs in In-App Purchase. Other bugs have been fixed.
Author Yoshinori Kokubo
Type Host
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

A highly tweakable stereo dynamics processor with noise gate, compressor/expander with external side-chain input, and limiter/clipper.

New version 1.1.6
Old version 1.1.5
Release Notes Compatibility updates for modern iOS and larger iPads.
Author Kymatica AB
Type Effect
Effect type Compressor, Limiter, Gate, Other
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

Blocs Wave is a music app for making and recording new music quickly. For songwriters and electronic music makers alike, it is an on-the-move portable music studio.

New version 13.14.1
Old version 13.14
Release Notes Blocs Wave now supports Ableton Link start/stop messages. We really appreciate your feedback. If you have comments, questions or feature requests, let us know at support@ampifymusic.com. If you like Blocs Wave and have a minute to spare, please review it in the app store.
Author Focusrite Audio Engineering
Type Host
Supports Audiobus, Ableton Link

"Piano 3D" is the piano learning & music discovery tool for the iPhone & iPad.

New version 7.0
Old version 6.0.1
Release Notes - Fixed midi import.  Important! Please refer to this link for instructions on how to import midi with the new version: http://thepianoapp.com/midi/ - Improved compatibility with the new devices - Deprecated AudioBus / Inter-App Audio
Author Massive Technologies Inc.
Type Instrument, Tool
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Keyboards, Piano
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

This is a Free version of Loop Find. Certain functionality is only available in the full version. Loop Find is a Groovebox-like sampler tool, that also lets you sequence songs.

New version 2.1.1
Old version 2.1
Release Notes - [Add] Free Quantization. - [Add] Audiobus. - [Add] Chromatic pitch keyboard. - [Add] Pattern color picker. (Hold down on pattern tile, see options) - [Adj] Saves sample space in save file. - [Fixed] Layout on 4 in phones. - [Fixed] Loop start after end flag kills audio. - [Fixed] Event which ends at end of bar will not be added until end of next bar. - [Fixed] Some short notes click at the end. - [Fixed] Large sounds buffer issues. - [Fixed] Filter crash bug.
Author James Navarro
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

This app is a portable multitrack audio and MIDI recording studio featuring virtual instruments, editing with unlimited undo/redo, mixing, real-time effects, automation and much more!

New version 2.3.1
Old version 2.2.9
Release Notes * Solved possible crash when selecting 'Try' for an effect that requires an in-app purchase. * Files with extension .midi are now recognized as MIDI file (next to .mid) * When unarming a track after pressing pause during recording, pressing pause again would give a message that no track was armed. Solved.
Author Davy Wentzler
Type Host, Instrument, Effect
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds All-in-one
Effect type All-in-one
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU)

The Vocal Harmonizer plugin was specifically designed for adding harmonies and basic auto tuning frunctionality to recorded vocal lines. It is specifically tuned to the frequency range of the human voice and tracks the incoming vocal frequency attempting to tune to the desired musical key and mode of your song.

New price $5.99
Old price $6.99
Author 4Pockets.com
Type Effect
Effect type Vocal effects
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

Takete is an advanced audio visual performer featuring a unique set of tools for musicians and artists.

New price $9.99
Old price $12.99
Author Refined Stochastic Technology
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler, Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards, Drums, Percussion
Supports Audiobus, Ableton Link

Loop Find is a Groovebox-like sampler tool, that also lets you sequence songs. Tap and slide to record beats, melodies, and sample automation.

New price $6.99
Old price $7.99
Author James Navarro
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

Touchscaper is an instrument designed for anyone who wants to make music on their iPad simply by touching the screen.

New version 1.5.3
Old version 1.5.2
Release Notes • can now assign any MIDI CC to keyboard ribbon (previously hardwired to CC# 74) • added (very subtle) 52% shuffle option to tempo settings • a few other minor fixes and tweaks
Author Rob Jackson
Type Tool
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA)

Tape Cassette 2 is an audio plugin that emulates the warmth, noise and character of old tape cassettes. Following up from our well received Tape Cassette 1, we’ve updated the plugin with a sleek interface and more changes under the hood too.

Author Caelum Audio
Type Effect
Effect type Equalizer, Filter, Other
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

Accordion Vintage is a virtual sampled instrument based on an original Italian accordion made in Castelfidardo in the 60s years.

Author apeSoft
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU), Ableton Link