Version updates

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

New version 1.3.5
Old version 1.3.4
Release Notes Just few small things (bigger things coming soon...) • Added support for sus2 and sus4 chords generation • Current pattern is highlighted in sequencer grid view • Main "chord looper" view no longer hidden behind sequencer views • Long press to bring "chord looper" to front if obscured by another view • Fixed persistent note(s) issue when switching to an empty touch sequence pattern • Fixed annoying prompt when pasting to an empty pattern in the sequencer • Other small tweaks and fixes Sorry this isn't a super exciting update, but super exciting things are in progress. Thanks for your patience. Hope you're enjoying touchscaper in the meantime, and please do consider leaving a rating or review on the App Store - all feedback welcomed and appreciated. Best regards, -Rob
Author Rob Jackson
Type Tool
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA)

This is a very simple yet powerful iOS app that performs as a polyphonic audio synthesizer.

New version 2.1.1
Old version 2.0
Release Notes UI tweaks. Added simple help screens.
Author Brad Howes
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

Virtual ANS is a software simulator of the unique Russian synthesizer ANS - photoelectronic musical instrument created by Evgeny Murzin from 1938 to 1958.

New version 3.0.2
Old version 3.0.1
Release Notes * additional export/import functions provided by the system; this simplifies file sharing between the standalone version and AU; * bug fixes.
Author Alexander Zolotov
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU)

The Wood'nGate is an audio gate which is both a standalone app supporting IAA (Inter-App Audio) and an AUv3 audio unit plugin.

New version 1.5
Old version 1.4
Release Notes Added AUv3 multi-bus (side chain) support
Author Woodman's Immaculate Maple Syrup Studio
Type Effect
Effect type Compressor, Limiter, Gate
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audio Unit (AU)

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 1.20
Old version 1.19
Release Notes Fixes a couple of minor issues introduced in the previous version. Fixed the triplet issue when playing under a host at fractional tempos.
Author 4Pockets.com
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

Suggester is a tool to assist in the creation of songs and chord progressions.  This app will help you find chords that work together.

New version 9.5
Old version 9.4
Release Notes - Sections now have a play count. - A piano was added to the Chord Catalog.
Author Mathieu Routhier
Type Tool
Supports Audiobus

KQ Dixie is a 6-Operator FM synthesizer that is modeled on the synthesizer which appeared on the 1980s.

New version 2.2.2
Old version 2.2.1
Release Notes Fixed behaviors that the first note was not turned on when the second note was released on Mono mode.
Author Ryouta Kira
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU)

AUM is the audio mixer, recorder, and connection hub for your iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.

New version 1.3.5
Old version 1.3.4
Release Notes • Fix failure to save recording if channel had umlauts (áåäöô etc) in its name. • Fixed a couple of crashes and stability issues. • Allow multiple CoreMIDI endpoints with the same name, appending a number. • AU/IAA: don't loose track of MIDI endpoint if reordering node/channel after node was invalidated. • Tweak UI presentation of AUv3 input/output busses. • AUv3 multi-bus: default to next available bus, not last available bus. • AUv3 multi-bus: use next available in/out when duplicating channel. • AUv3: update selected preset in list when changed from within plugin UI. • Skip AUParameters with nil identifier. Avoids crash when saving state for VoxSyn Pro. • AUv3: allow plugins to set preferred view size, by adding AudioComponent tags in the form of 'size:{300,500}'. First size that fits on screen will be picked.
Author Kymatica AB
Type Host
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Ableton Link

Play any synth or virtual instrument with your trusted old guitar, or record notation by playing it.

New version 2.6.13
Old version 2.6.12
Release Notes Minor fixes
Author Jam Origin
Type Controller
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

SynthMaster One iOS is the mobile version of KV331 Audio's SynthMaster One software synthesizer.

New version 1.3.7
Old version 1.3.6
Release Notes New Features: 1. Added new AUv3 skins for 11 inch and 12.9 inch iPads 2. Added MIDI learn for discrete controls 3. Added MIDI learn for modulation amount knobs 4. Added context menu for modulation amount knobs 5. Favourite icon is now displayed next to the preset name 6. Piano keyboard is now showing notes triggered from MIDI input devices 7. OSC/LFO waveform menus now drill down to show the selected waveform Bug Fixes: 1. Tapping on treeview control's items select the incorrect node 2. Analog synth tunings are one semitone down 3. When user synchronizes favourite presets to the cloud, the favourite presets list is cleared until the next run 4. Menus should not close when user taps on the built-in keyboard
Author KV331 Audio
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU), Ableton Link

SynthMaster One iPhone is KV331 Audio's first full blown synth app for iPhone. It's a powerful wavetable synth with an intuitive workflow. With its simple layout, rich wavetable/waveform content and inspiring factory presets library, designing new sounds with SynthMaster One iPhone is a joy.

New version 1.3.7
Old version 1.3.6
Release Notes New Features: 1. Added new AUv3 skins for 11 inch and 12.9 inch iPads 2. Added MIDI learn for discrete controls 3. Added MIDI learn for modulation amount knobs 4. Added context menu for modulation amount knobs 5. Favourite icon is now displayed next to the preset name 6. Piano keyboard is now showing notes triggered from MIDI input devices 7. OSC/LFO waveform menus now drill down to show the selected waveform Bug Fixes: 1. Tapping on treeview control's items select the incorrect node 2. Analog synth tunings are one semitone down 3. When user synchronizes favourite presets to the cloud, the favourite presets list is cleared until the next run 4. Menus should not close when user taps on the built-in keyboard
Author KV331 Audio
Type Instrument
Instrument type Synth
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus, Audio Unit (AU), Ableton Link

This is an AUv3 compatible Multi-Track Recorder plugin specifically designed for AUM and other DAW's that don't support audio recording capabilities.

New version 1.11
Old version 1.10
Release Notes Added AUM support for 8 outputs and 3 inputs. Fixed a timing issues scheduling clips. Other minor bug fixes.
Author 4Pockets.com
Type Tool
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

Rozeta is a suite of MIDI sequencers and controllers.

New version 1.3.3
Old version 1.3.2
Release Notes Fixed a rare issue when using many simultaneous Rozeta X0X instances.
Author Bram Bos
Type Controller
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

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

New version 2.0
Old version 1.17.3
Release Notes Bring your songs to life with automation. Just hit the record button and move some instrument controls — it’s a simple as that. This is the biggest update to Groovebox since its launch in 2017. Automation was by far the most popular feature request, and we’re pleased to bring it to you completely free of charge. If you enjoy using 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

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.

New version 1.1.3
Old version 1.1.2
Release Notes Numerous Bug Fixes and Stability Enhancements
Author Roland Corporation
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports Audio Unit (AU)

Woodpressor is a high-end audio compressor. It is both a standalone app supporting IAA (Inter-App Audio) and an AUv3 audio unit plugin.

New version 1.10
Old version 1.9
Release Notes Added AUv3 multi-bus (side chain) support
Author Woodman's Immaculate Maple Syrup Studio
Type Effect
Effect type Compressor, Limiter, Gate
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), 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 1.17
Old version 1.16
Release Notes 1.17 - Generative Euclidean sequencer pattern write - Multi-output busses state saved into drumkit and AU preset - Fixed bug on note cutoff when changing pad velocity 1.16 - Added Multi-output bus routing in mixer view - Fixed Link in Multi-output AU3 version 1.15 - AU3 Multi output - Route up to 16 separate stems to any daw supporting multi-output AU (*currently supported by AUM only) - Sample Latch mode - Switch sample play mode from one shot, to hold or latch 1.14 - Ableton Live Set Export support for patterns* - Multi stems export of patterns - Free Ableton Live Lite license - Added mp3 samples import *Ableton Live Set Export helps you move from inspiration in apps to production in Live.
Any idea from EG Pulse can be saved as an Ableton Live set – complete with all audio parts. Transfer to your computer to arrange, mix, remix and jam in Ableton Live For feedback or request please write at info@elliottgarage.com
Author Elliott Garage
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Drums, Percussion
Supports 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 3.1.0
Old version 3.0.8
Release Notes ADDED * Lyrics can now be formatted using markdown syntax or context menu. Following formatting options are supported: bold, italics, underline, 3 different headlines and colors * Keywords can now be assigned to songs and used to filter the song list. * New popup dialog to change audio related song details (i.e. pitch, speed, eq, volume, pan) within the player view * Playlists now have a volume setting which will be applied when loading a playlist into the queue or selecting a song within a playlist if Advanced Queue Mode is off * Colors can be assigned to song titles * Song list can now be sorted by title, artist and date added * Songs now have a pan setting * Songs can be added to multiple playlists in one step * New settings to define default scroll speed and font size for new songs * A double tap in lyrics view will toggle the song list * Highlighting of current line in time coded lyrics can be disabled * Setting to choose if highlighted lyrics line should be positioned on top or in the middle of the lyrics view * New MIDI commands [midi@play: ...] and [midi@stop: ...] which are sent when pressing the play/stop button * Setting to globally define midi commands to be sent when pressing play/stop * It is now possible to open all supported file types with the "Open With" feature of iOS directly in Stage Traxx * MIDI panic button added to song details window in player view * New backup type which does not include audio files. Can be used to quickly sync database changes to other devices * Network clients can now change text size and scrolling speed * Setting to hide volume buttons in player view * Setting to automatically hide the song list in main player during playback CHANGED * Restructured settings tab to better accommodate the large number of options * Tabbar in player view moved to top of song list to get out of the way of the play button * Replaced device volume mode of the volume slider in player view with queue volume. Switching between song volume and queue volume can be done by tapping on the volume title or db value. * Songs imported from the music library can now be updated by reimporting them again * Changed fixed width font for a font that is nicer to the eyes * Network clients will use the autoscrolling setting to enable or disable automatic scrolling * Position slider in lyrics editor will now use all available space * Songs are added to the history list whenever you play at least 50% of that song * Current song title will now scroll in player views if it is very long FIXED * Possible crash when connecting USB audio devices while Stage Traxx is in the background * Updated lyrics in audio files are ignored even if the lyrics have not been changed in Stage Traxx * File import will sometimes leave copies in a folder "Inbox" which then take up unnecessary space * Rendering issues when lyrics contain Windows line endings * Changing volume in song details view not audible in preview * Rendering issues in table views caused by large titles in navigation bars * Wrong colors for segment controls on iOS13 * Player view sometimes not showing selected playlist * Text fields in song details view do not dismiss the keyboard
Author Peter Dikant
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Other
Supports Audiobus

Mellowsound is an emulation of a legendary instrument, a keyboard sampler from the 60s used by many famous artists like the Beatles, David Bowie, Radiohead and many others, this mythic instrument is called The Mellotron.

New version 3.2.5
Old version 3.2.4
Release Notes Minor update to fix a bug with battery when the app is in background. and a bug with NanoStudio 2. We are working on a major update with new features, coming soon! Stay tuned Fingerlab Team
Author Fingerlab
Type Instrument
Instrument type Sampler
Instrument sounds Keyboards
Supports Inter-App Audio (IAA), Audiobus

Play any synth or virtual instrument with your trusted old guitar, or record notation by playing it.

New version 2.6.12
Old version 2.6.10
Release Notes Minor fixes
Author Jam Origin
Type Controller
Supports Audio Unit (AU)