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Backpack Studio allows you to easily create professional sounding,  studio quality recordings -  from anywhere in the world.

New version 1.2.4
Old version 1.2.3
Release Notes - Bug fixes, performance enhancements, and voiceover improvements - Google drive support for loading pads - Portrait mode for iPad - New "autopause" mode. If you enable autopause in the settings your recording will automatically pause when the mic is off and no sound pads are playing... recording automatically resumes once a pad is played or mic is re-engaged. - Ability to turn of mic monitoring in headphones from the mixer (known in radio as "mix-minus") - Simplified publishing to Libsyn ... just enter username, password, and select a folder! Much more is in store - go to backpackstudioapp.com/vote to vote on our next major feature!
Author Ed Filowat
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

The Streetlytron '63 Edition : genuine Mellotronics for your iPhone and iPad.

New price $5.99
Old price $9.99
Author Omenie Limited
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds All-in-one
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

Turn your microphone into 15 different studio microphones.  A portable studio, use your device as a microphone to record or import audio.

New version 1.12
Old version 1.11
Release Notes ▪ Improved UI for iPhone X Models ▪ General Improvements Any features you want us to add? Email us through the side menu!
Author Future Moments
Type Effect
Effect type Other
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

Rozeta is a suite of MIDI sequencers and controllers.

New version 1.2.3
Old version 1.2.2
Release Notes Minor fix in Rozeta Scaler.
Author Bram Bos
Type Controller
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

NPD is an intuitive phase distortion synthesiser with a streamlined interface.

New version 1.0.1
Old version 1.0
Release Notes • Fixed a possible crash in GarageBand's Grid View
Author Nikolozi Pty Ltd
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

Medly takes a new approach to the way music is made, letting both seasoned and new musicians make epic music. Just pick your instruments, draw notes, record & sing, and drag & drop one of over 700 loops or samples.

New version 5.2.2
Old version 5.2.1
Release Notes Hip Hop Pack: - Hip Hop has finally come to Medly in March's new pack! - Includes 18 instruments and 117 new loops and samples - Exclusive to Medly Member General improvements and style changes
Author Medly Labs Inc.
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link

DM1 is an advanced vintage Drum Machine.

New version 6.1.3
Old version 6.1.2
Release Notes DropBox bug fix. Files exported to the iTunes Files Sharing folder are now visible in the Apple Files app. In the next update, we will add the User Kits export. Stay tuned!
Author Fingerlab
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

Advanced field recorder combined with a sound warp engine and a collection of ready to use dynamic presets.

New version 2.1
Old version 2.0.2
Release Notes ● Added several new presets with use sequencer. ● Added controls for mic and external input. ● Added midi controls for sample edit. ● Optimization for iPhone Xr, Xs, Max. ● Several improvements of UI. ● Ableton Link SDK 3.0.5 updated. ● Audiobus SDK 3.0.6 updated. ● Built-in description updated. ● Several minor bugs were fixed.
Author Igor Vasiliev
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

KB-1 is a an expressive virtual keyboard designed for a multitude of scenarios.

New version 1.2
Old version 1.1
Release Notes - Added per-keyboard preset mangement including some factory presets - Added mapping browser including some factory drum mappings - Mappings can now be imported/exported - Drum layout can now be set to ouput to individual MIDI channels per pad - Root Note & Scale can now be changed from the main screen - Roll/Note Repeat now brings up a dedicated control for setting the repeat rate - Chord layout can now output the bass note to a 2nd MIDI channel (great for transposing sequences) - Fixed an issue where the chord layout would not respect the MIDI channel setting - AUv3: Fixed an issue where the plugin would crash when changing MPE/MIDI Channels - Drum: fixed an issue where changing octaves per row would have no effect on the drum layout - Fixed an issue where "Slide sends Aftertouch" option would not restore properly when loading a preset or session - Fixed an issue where horizontal slide (glide) would not be completly smooth even at max sensitivity - Fixed an issue where the Maj V7 chord was voiced incorrectly - Fixed an issue where selecting mappings for the xy controller was not possible - Fixed an issue where the MIDI output channel for some layouts was off by one when running the AUv3
Author Kai Aras
Type Controller
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audio Unit (AU)

MicSwap is a Microphone Emulator and Recorder app.

New version 1.12
Old version 1.11
Release Notes ▪ Improved UI for iPhone X Models ▪ General Improvements Any features you want us to add? Email us through the side menu!
Author Future Moments
Type Effect
Effect type Vocal effects, Other
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU)

DM1 is an advanced vintage Drum Machine.

New version 6.1.3
Old version 6.1.2
Release Notes DropBox bug fix. Files exported to the iTunes Files Sharing folder are now visible in the Apple Files app. In the next update, we will add the User Kits export. Stay tuned!
Author Fingerlab
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

More than a chromatic tuner, tone & chord generator, metronome, and recorder, Tunable is a music practice coach that can help you play steadily, in tune, and on beat anywhere you go.

New version 3.0.7
Old version 3.0.6
Release Notes • The *new* UI confused some people, so we returned to the bottom bar navigation. It should feel more like the Tunable you know and love. • Added a play button to session lists for easy playback • Minor bug fixes and optimizations If you're enjoying Tunable, please rate this version. It really helps! If you need help, reach me at apps@affinityblue.com. I'd love to hear from you.
Author AffinityBlue
Type Tool
Supports Ableton Link

Play or save the files with added reverb. Use play through mode or Audiobus for realtime reverberation.

New version 5.2
Old version 5.1
Release Notes - Bugfix: On iPad, the Bluetooth MIDI Connect button did not work. - Bugfix: When changing to the fullscreen mode of the Presets Grid View without having defined any preset buttons, the button to return to the normal view was missing. - iOS 11+: Support for full swipe to delete files (recordings, impulse response archives, images, presets). - Camera images and photos of the photo library can be used as images for preset buttons, provided the app is given permission to access the camera / photo library. (Preset Buttons is an in-app purchase). - Single-button recorder mode (configurable in the Settings view). - Recorder confirmation sounds (configurable in the Settings view). - iOS 8+: Simplified access rights management. When a permission was previously denied by the user, but is needed lateron, then the app offers the option to go to the access rights settings page. This can also be done via a menu entry in the Settings view of the app.
Author Markus Sigg
Type Effect
Effect type Reverb, Delay, Echo
Supports Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU)

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

New version 1.2
Old version 1.1
Release Notes Reduced CPU Load. Now functions as a standalone app as well as a plugin. Added new peak monitoring mode.
Author 4Pockets.com
Type Tool
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

Soft Pads was created for musicians to eliminate any dead space behind your band by providing an ambient background loop that continuously runs in the background.

New version 1.0.4
Old version 1.0.3
Release Notes Updated default settings
Author Forward Sounds, LLC
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Audiobus

Castamatic is the app to listen to podcasts on any iOS device.

New version 4.5.9
Old version 4.5.8
Release Notes Version 4.5.9 - CarPlay improvements - Open universal links in relative apps - Minor bug fixes Version 4.5.8 - Fixed dark theme color issues Version 4.5.7 - Expandable podcast descriptions - Minor bug fixes Version 4.5.6 - Improved episode descriptions - Minor bug fixes Version 4.5.5 - Fix for downloads playlist persisting after downloads are finished - Improved Siri shortcuts - Improved watch complications Version 4.5.4 - Improved complications for new watches - Improved transport UI - Improved iCloud sync speed Version 4.5.3 - Fix for Siri shortcuts bug Version 4.5.2 - Fixed: Castamatic did download artwork disregarding podcast settings - Current chapter's duration and remaining time in chapter list - Minor bug fixes Version 4.5.1 - Improved UI for new watch models - Added pause voice shortcut for Siri Version 4.5 - Support for Siri shortcuts - New watchOS player UI with volume control - Renewed player UI Version 4.0 - New Auto-leveler effect, with machine learning assisted voice/music detector and dynamic range optimizer. - Improved sync: both contents and sort order of the OnTheGo playlist are synced between devices and restored when app is reinstalled. - Improved UI better integrated with iOS 11 look and feel - Multiple item drag’n drop - Improved speed and stability - Improved dark theme - Improved podcast chapter support
Author Gunp Media Productions
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

DrumPerfect Pro, the Human Feel Drummer for iOS.

New version 3.0.2
Old version 3.0.1
Release Notes v3.0.2: Fixes an issue with tempo and JAM! automation Fixes an issue with blurred controls if "Button Shapes" is on Fixes a display issue with some of the controls Fixes an issue with random parts in song play New in v3.0: AUv3 player: - brand new AUv3-compatible DPP song player with user preset list ( best for live performance ) Sample groups: - up to 10 sample groups per instrument, allowing up to 160 articulations per kit - up to 8 velocity levels per sample group Real time processing Layers: - extended to 2 drum stroke layers in pattern - 2 layers in pattern for real-time sustain control per sample group - 2 layers in pattern for real-time pitch control per sample group - 1 layer for in-pattern tempo variation New editing functions: - JAM! dynamics with 3 programmable levels, 20 rules per level, assignable to sample groups - cross-instrument, cross-layer, multi-instrument and multi-layer drum stroke editing - play looped selection in pattern - user-defined humanise settings Song automation: - tempo and JAM! automation in Song mode - seamless tempo control in Song mode Import/export: - support for Files app ( import/export patterns, songs, kits, etc... ) - longpress Save/Load to save to/load from external location Midi: - improved midi-in clock sync - simplified import of midi files - Ableton Link 2 with start/stop control - latest Audiobus API New packs: - all purpose General Midi pack in store ( free ) - brand new brushes pack Brazilian Rhythms Vol2 in store Other: - completely redesigned Grid view commands - auto reordering of patterns in song patbank ( Pack song ) - kit volume boosted - many other improvements and bug fixes
Author Marinus J.G. van de Molengraft
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

PolyHarp is a virtual musical instrument and a thought experiment. It's a testbed for harmonic theory as well as a great multi touch simulator of the good old "idiot zither" you have in the attic.

New version 1.0.7
Old version 1.0.6
Release Notes More MIDI Improvements, MIDI 192 support, and iPad Pro adjustments. And in panning: left is left, right is right!
Author Henry Lowengard
Type Instrument, Controller, Tool
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

Real Guitar is a realistic guitar simulator apps.

New version 3.20.0
Old version 3.19.0
Release Notes We hope you’re enjoying the app! Please, keep it regularly updated to always have our greatest features and latest improvements. - Hot bug fixes.
Author Gismart Limited
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Guitar
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

Groovebox is a free music studio app packed with synths and drum machines.

New version 1.12.2
Old version 1.12.1
Release Notes This version fixes a couple of bugs: ghost notes when spamming the Drumbox drums, and a startup crash when you've got a large number of projects. Thanks as always for your continued support. If you like Groovebox, we'd really appreciate a review on the App Store. If you find bugs or have any comments, drop us a line at support@ampifymusic.com.
Author Focusrite Audio Engineering
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler, Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards, Drums, Percussion
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link