DigiStix Drummer is an AUv3 compatible drum machine / sampler plugin. The program has a host of features which allow you to sample your own drumkits and trigger them either using a host application via MIDI or using the inbuilt pattern and song editor which automatically syncs tempo with your DAW.
| New version | 1.05 |
| Old version | 1.04 |
| Release Notes | This version fixes an issue which caused the song not to be rendered on an audio export in NS2. Fixed a potential crash on freezing in Cubasis with Host Sync enabled. Other minor fixes. |
| Author | 4Pockets.com |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Drums, Percussion |
| Supports | Audio Unit (AU) |
Designed by a musician for musicians Drums by Asrodot brings a novel twist to drumming on the iPad/iPhone.
| New version | 2.0 |
| Old version | 1.4 |
| Release Notes | - The app now works better with the latest iOS versions. Unfortunately, as a result, I had to drop support for Soundcloud, as the Soundcloud SDK for iOS is no longer being supported by Soundcloud. - Improved support for newer iPhone / iPad models. - Improved midi handling on the Xylo 5 patch. - Audiobus SDK updated to version 3.0.6. - AudioCopy SDK updated to version 3.4. - Large parts of the app have been rewritten in the Swift programming language to allow new features to be added easier, and to keep the codebase of Drums by Asrodot in line with the other iOS projects that I am currently working on. |
| Author | Arno VAN GOCH |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Drums, Percussion |
| Supports | Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus |
The music theory reference tool for musicians of all skill levels. Tonality allows you to view and listen to a large database of piano chords and scales and features a chord-recognition tool that can identify chords you play on your instrument.
| New version | 4.5.2 |
| Old version | 4.5.1 |
| Release Notes | - New scales - Made black keys slightly easier to select |
| Author | Bryce Hostetler |
| Type | Tool |
| Supports | Audio Unit (AU) |
Get started on any device or platform. With its collection of both modern and legendary sounds, Zenbeats brings Roland’s history of innovation into an environment.
| Author | Roland Corporation |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Drums, Percussion |
| Supports | Audio Unit (AU) |
With Drum Loops HD 2 (as with Drum Loops HD) you have a live drummer right in your back pocket.
| New price | $7.99 |
| Old price | $9.99 |
| Author | Go Independent Records |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Drums, Percussion |
| Supports | Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus |
Turn your iPhone or iPad into a solid Rock Drummer with powerful drum sounds and tons of rhythms to get energetic drum grooves.
| New version | 5.24 |
| Old version | 5.23 |
| Release Notes | - Fixed iOS 13 issues |
| Author | Lumbeat |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Drums, Percussion |
| Supports | Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link |
Funk Drummer is the grooviest drum machine with the ability to improvise like a human drummer.
| New version | 3.52 |
| Old version | 3.51 |
| Release Notes | - Fixed iOS 13 issues |
| Author | Lumbeat |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Drums, Percussion |
| Supports | Inter-App Audio (IAA), Ableton Link |
The Moog Model 15 App is the Moog modular synthesizer and synthesis educational tool.
| New version | 2.1.9 |
| Old version | 2.1.8 |
| Release Notes | • Fixed in-app store crash on iOS 13 Version 2.1.8 changes: • Added support for iOS 13 • Improved AUv3 stability and memory use on iOS 13 • Fixed regression with 921A Oscillator Driver Width Control • Updated Audiobus to v3.0.8 |
| Author | Moog Music Inc. |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Synth |
| Instrument sounds | Keyboards |
| Supports | Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link |
MultitrackStudio for iPad is an audio/MIDI multitrack recording app. It comes with many high quality audio effects including a guitar amp simulator.
| New version | 3.5.2 |
| Old version | 3.5.1 |
| Release Notes | • Document Picker now allows multiple selections, so you can import multiple tracks, soundfonts or impulse responses in one go (iOS 11 and newer). • "Export tracks as audio files": the Document Picker option now allows for selecting multiple tracks (iOS 11 and newer). • Document Picker appears larger. • SoundFont Manager has "Exclude SoundFonts from iCloud Backup" option. You can use this if you have imported a huge amount of soundfonts (which leads to a huge backup size). • New 'Rewind on stop' option in Preferences pane. • Added some Christian Thompson presets that make use of the Compressor enhancements in version 3.5.1. • Some tweaks to adding notes (pianoroll/score) and dots (controller/automation editors). • No longer works with iOS 8. |
| Author | Giel Bremmers |
| Type | Host |
| Supports | Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU) |
EG Pulse is the Drum Machine for iOS. EG Pulse contains drumkits and presets created by some of the best iOS Beat Makers and Producers like SoundOfIzrael, Soundtrack Loops, the Beat Community and more.
| New version | 1.04 |
| Old version | 1.03 |
| Release Notes | 1.04 - Fix user kits sometimes missing samples - Fix crashes importing samples on iPhone on pads 9-16 - Fix Settings switches not working 1.03 - New effect: Bitcrusher - Snap on Automation view (double tap to insert notes on grid) - Decimal in tempo edit (double tap on tempo knob to open) - Multiple file import with drag&drop - Sample editor view can be opened long pressing on a pad -Sample editor view - Retrigger option - Time stretching - Loop bpm detection and automatic sync to tempo (works with 4 bar loops) - Transient detection and audio slice (double tap to insert o remove a transient) - Quick sample recording from device Mic (standalone only) - Init preset - Fixed crash on erasing sound hosted as AU3 - Fix import from other kits sometimes getting wrong file - Fix for MIDI Program changes not working in AU3 (program change values 1-16) - Improved draw performances |
| Author | Elliott Garage |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Drums, Percussion |
| Supports | Audio Unit (AU), Ableton Link |
UltraTap is a unique multi-tap effect capable of rhythmic delays, glitchy reverbs, huge pad-like volume swells and extraordinary modulation.
| New version | 1.0.13 |
| Old version | 1.0.11 |
| Release Notes | -Fixed issue where AUv3 would not accept MIDI input -Added explicit preset import/export feature with Files App -Fixed issue where presets sharing folder wasn't appearing in Files App when empty -Improved some Knob connecting lines -Updated and cleaned up the Info Guide |
| Author | Eventide |
| Type | Effect |
| Effect type | Reverb, Delay, Echo |
| Supports | Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audio Unit (AU) |
Basic Punk Beats in a one Tap Drum App with Audiobus. Very simple beat machine that loops PUNK drum samples from a real 5 piece drum kit. Super easy with zero learning curve.
| New version | 4.2 |
| Old version | 2.0 |
| Release Notes | Doulbe the beats, faster Audio Engine. |
| Author | Abu Studio Inc |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Drums, Percussion |
| Supports | Audiobus |
GarageBand is a DAW by Apple.
| New version | 2.3.8 |
| Old version | 2.3.7 |
| Release Notes | • Support for Dark Mode and new Share sheet in iOS 13 • Access files from external hard drives, SD card readers, and USB drives • Improves audio fidelity of Apple Loops when making tempo and key changes • New downloadable “Skyline Heat” sound pack with a collection of over 350 new Hip Hop loops and 6 drum kits • Search for Apple Loops by Sound Library pack name • Provides performance and stability improvements |
| Author | Apple |
| Type | Host, Instrument, Effect |
| Instrument type | Sampler, Synth |
| Instrument sounds | All-in-one |
| Effect type | All-in-one |
| Supports | Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU) |
Drum Loops HD has over a 1000 real drum loops. A perfect partner for GB, loops and fills follow GB tempo.
| New price | $7.99 |
| Old price | $9.99 |
| Author | Go Independent Records |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Drums, Percussion |
| Supports | Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus |
SynthJacker is an autosampler for iOS. It automatically plays back a MIDI sequence with the notes and velocities you specify, and records the results into an audio file. It then slices the audio into individual sample files, ready to import into an iOS sampler app of your choice.
| New version | 0.7.0 |
| Old version | 0.6.1 |
| Release Notes | - Introducing BYOAF or "Bring Your Own Audio File": you can now use the SynthJacker slicing engine with audio files recorded outside the app. This will allow you to auto-sample Inter-App Audio apps, macOS desktop apps and Audio Unit extensions, or anything that responds to MIDI and outputs sound. Export a MIDI file of your sequence, record it in a DAW and bring it to the Files app. The details of the process are found in the SynthJacker user manual. - Supports iOS 13 and Dark Mode. - You can now completely hide the virtual piano keyboard in the instrument Audio Unit view, to be able to use any instrument controls at the very bottom of the screen. - The maximum note length time has been increased to 30 seconds. |
| Author | Conifer Productions Oy |
| Type | Tool |
| Supports | Audio Unit (AU) |
Slow down music, choose the perfect pitch, and learn to play by ear.
| New version | 4.4.1 |
| Old version | 4.4.0 |
| Release Notes | - Stability improvements and bug fixes - Fixed several crashes and improved iCloud compatibility |
| Author | Anytune Inc. |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Other |
| Supports | Audiobus |
Touch drum instruments with classic electronic sound. VADrumSM is virtual analog drum synthesizers, which can be used as touch instruments or as drum synthesizer modules with MIDI input.
| Author | Ryo Togawa |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Synth |
| Instrument sounds | Drums, Percussion |
| Supports | Audio Unit (AU) |
The Minimoog Model D App is a mobile transmutation of the world’s first portable synthesizer, the Minimoog Model D®.
| New version | 1.2.2 |
| Old version | 1.2.0 |
| Release Notes | • Fixed in-app store crash on iOS 13 Version 1.2.1 changes: • Added support for iOS 13 • Improved AUv3 stability and memory use on iOS 13 • Updated Audiobus to v3.0.8 |
| Author | Moog Music Inc. |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Synth |
| Instrument sounds | Keyboards |
| Supports | Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU), Ableton Link |
Stage Traxx is an audio player designed for professional musicians working with backing tracks. With Stage Traxx 3, controlling your live performance will be easier than ever before.
| New version | 3.0.5 |
| Old version | 3.0.4 |
| Release Notes | CHANGED * updated 3rd party libraries to improve compatibility with iOS13 FIXED * possible crash when handling incoming phone calls while app is running * rendering issues on iOS13 * start/stop pedal command not working on placeholder songs * autoplay setting within playlist is not updating queue if advanced queue mode is off * potential MIDI loop on virtual midi ports |
| Author | Peter Dikant |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Other |
| Supports | Audiobus |
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.
| New version | 1.2 |
| Old version | 1.1.3 |
| Release Notes | • Optimized for iOS 13 Dark Mode. • Fixed what needed fixing and squished some bugs. |
| Author | Sonar Multimedia |
| Type | Instrument |
| Instrument type | Sampler |
| Instrument sounds | Drums, Percussion |
| Supports | Inter-App Audio (IAA) |