2011
09/16
meta.DJ iPad Dj App By Sound Trends llc
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meta.DJ iPad App By Sound Trends

I had the pleasure to contribute content for this app. You’ll find many of my loops, midi files, and a remix called Power by Jah Boogie.

meta.DJ iPad App By Sound Trends

meta.DJ iPad App By Sound Trends

What’s New in Version 1.4

Version 1.4 includes:
- Recording
- Riser synth for creating risers using noise and tones with filtering and modulation.
- Posting mixes via email and SoundCloud

Other great features:

Version 1.1 of meta.dj update adds a split cueing mode for headphone cueing, EQ, and support for the Numark iDJ Live PLUS bulk import of multiple iTunes tracks.

Track Deck allows you to load MP3s from your iTunes collection and mix them, beat match them, and completely mangle them with the multi effects processor. TrackDeck includes auto BPM detection, four programmable cue points, x/y effects pad, scrolling waveforms, cross faders, an line fader. Features a free song from Jah Boogie called Power Dj Puzzle‘s Club mix and Dj Puzzle loops. Music provided by Desha Music Inc.

Looptastic allows you to combine a huge selection of included loops with your own beats to make a masterpiece. Bend the mix into submission with powerful sound manipulation tools. Share your mixes and performances with the world via SoundCloud! Import your own loops or download loop packs from the in app store. Looptastic automatically syncs up to all of the apps loaded within the meta.DJ app’s cells.

SaMPL3R (aka Grüvtron) is an arpeggiator synth/sampler. Choose a Preset and grüvtron selects the right sequences and instrument sounds to create the foundation for your own new instrument parts. It’s the Smart Instrument for Electronic Musicians, DJs and Dance Producers. Grüvtron comes preloaded with performances and sounds created for Techno, Trance, Dubstep and other electronic styles. Gruvtron automatically syncs up to all of the apps loaded within the meta.DJ app’s cells.

Drumtron is a drum sequencer that comes with preset drum patterns that can be customized and synced up to all of the apps loaded within the meta.DJ app’s cells.

OFFICIAL INFO

Are you ½ producer and ½ DJ? Has your style outgrown the abilities of 2 virtual decks, digital wax and a mixer?

meta.DJ is targeted at modern DJ-style performances and lets you blend your iTunes music tracks with drum machine beats, sound fx, synthesized instrument parts, mix effects like delays, stutters, filters and more! Each iTunes track can get it’s own reusable Cue and Loop presets, to let you work the track to the fullest.

All from an easy-to-use touch interface!

meta.DJ gives you:

QUAD DEVICE SUPPORT – TRACKS, LOOPS, INSTRUMENTS AND MORE!
Use of up to 4 virtual devices at any one time. Use any combination of devices during your set including Track Decks (for iTunes tracks) plus Looptastic, SaMPL3R and drumtron instruments based on Sound Trends grüvtron technology.

TRACK DECKS
Load your track into a Track Deck and breath new life into your library.

• iTunes Integration
Easily import tracks from your iTunes library.

• Automatic BPM Detection
Automatic tempo detection plus x2, /2 and Beat Grid adjustment tools let you nail down those tricky tracks.

• Cues/Loop Presets
Use the waveform display to help gets things just right. Playback automatically plays back on the beat.

• Auto Loop for Tracks
Use for creating Loop Presets or to quickly throw in 1/2/4/8/16/32 bar loops as you play the tracks during your Live Set!

LOOPTASTIC
The loop-based remix instrument for playing, mixing and adding effects to audio loops. Every loop’s a fader!

• Scratch Strip for scratching and interactive control of loop playback.

• ACID file support

• LoopSet Editing to create your own sets with loops from Mac/PC/Audio Copy/Paste

• Metadata support for key, BPM, genre and instrument part.

DRUMTRON
A new take on the drum machine. Mix together Kick, Snare, HiHat and other parts to build the mix how you feel it. You get FIVE pounding kits loaded with parts. All done without using audio loops so the sound stays tight with a cool pitch control for some freaky FX!

SaMPL3R
Based on grüvtron, SaMPL3R lets you easily add instrument parts (arpeggios, chord stabs, basses, leads, etc) to the mix in any key and morph them together. Plus a Control Strip lets you add filter and modulation to the sound. Key Mode can help you find the key of your tracks, and/or play the sound live.

15 MASSIVE EFFECTS WITH XY PAD CONTROL
Each device has it’s own mixer fader and can have up to FOUR (4) FX assigned at once. FX include Low/High Pass Filter, Gate, Stutter Loop, Stutter Stepped, Stutter gate, Bitcrusher, Flanger, Glitchy Repeater, Delay, Reverb, Pan, Compressor and Pump. All are controlled by an XY pad with “Hold” feature for setting an FX setting like a preset.

RISER
Create dramatic rise and fall effects with noise and pitch with filters and modulation. All using simple XY controls!

ONE SHOT
Import a group of WAV files and trigger them via on screen pads during your set.

SETS and SNAPS
Each Set Document includes user-defined combinations of Devices with a collection of Snaps. Each Device Snap includes the content in the Device (music tracks w-Cues/Loops, Instruments Presets, audio loops, etc.) and mix information (effects, volume level),stored as easily recalled snapshots.

Meta.DJ is available for $19.99

meta.DJ - Sound Trends LLC

2011
08/31
SoundTable iPad Loop Sequencer
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SoundTable iPad App

SoundTable

- LOOK FOR the best loops and the most suitable effects
- GET & MOVE the objects by your fingers
- LISTEN the sounds through headphones or speakers

Easy to use with a clean and simple interface, the SOUND TABLE allows you to make music as never before.

Pump up the volume, there is a party in your hands!

Features:

. Move objects, adjust frequency, tempo and amplitude…
. Sync loops with a single tap…
. Link cascade filters…
. Record your sessions and layouts…

Soundtable App Screen shot

ADD: maybe there is something you should know :)
. You can sync loops start/pause by dragging one over another and placing a tap on it.
. If you sync to a playing loop, your playback will change status when the other one crosses the zero – or when you pause it.
. Tap on Tempo control – while in pause – will reset it to 1.0!
. Tap on mixer will pause everything, so, if you will face with a big freezing… maybe you hit the mixer :)

UPDATE: We’re working on following issues:
.New table version
.Community network
.Amazing loop sets

SoundTable is available for $0.99

soundTable - gluak srl
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Studio.HD (highly recommended by iPadLoops)

Studio.HD By Sound Trends

studio.HD is the multitrack app for songwriters, producers and musicians. It offers eight multilayered audio tracks (24 total of playback!) with recording, editing, loops and automated mixing plus effects controlled by an elegant touch interface. Get ideas down fast and work with them anywhere!

From recording a rap to a beat – to catching the spark of a song before it goes – to producing dance mixes in the airport – regardless of genre, studio.HD ignites creativity. Great for creating iMovie and Podcast soundtracks, or custom mixes for iTunes too!

“studio.HD is perfect for more pop/hiphop-oriented production including loops, remixing, etc… ”
-proaudioreview.com

FEATURES:

24 TOTAL TRACKS of AUDIO PLAYBACK!
studio.HD accommodates multiple layers per track to give you at least 24 tracks! Workflow is optimized to reduce the endless scrolling found in other apps. Record time limited only by storage!

LOOP RECORDING HELPS GET YOUR BEST TAKE
Hit Record and jam! Use Loop Record to lay down takes, then choose your best or edit together a hybrid. Touch control the track to switch between Record, Play or Mute.

WORKS WITH POPULAR AUDIO IO HARDWARE
Use common interfaces like Peavey AmpKit LINK, iRig and iRig Mic, Blue Yeti, Line 6 Mobile In, Behringer 202 (w/Camera Kit)

EDIT FASTER
Edit, Delete, Copy, Paste and Loop your parts to refine your production. Editing can snap to a Bar/Beat grid based on Zoom level or be grid can be turned off. Group parts through track layers that explode for selection. Grab the end/beginning of a Region to Loop/repeat it. Multitouch “2-finger” dragging copies a part. 10 levels of Undo just in case you make a mistake. SPLIT lets you cut longer files into smaller pieces and CROP feature lets you create new versions of your recordings that ONLY contain the part you want.

ARRANGE EASIER
The Loop Control Bar lets you loop a play/record area PLUS select all parts on all tracks within that area for editing together whole verses and choruses. “Auto-Zoom” lets you put your whole composition in view with a double-touch.

AUTOMATED MIXING WITH VOLUME, PANNING AND 14 EFFECTS!
Each track has volume control and up to 4 real time effects, all with automation. Effects include Low and High Pass Filtering, Compressor, Gate, Stutter Loop, Stutter Stepped, Stutter Gate, Bitcrusher, Flanger, Glitchy Repeater, Delay plus Pan and Reverb! An X-Y touch pad controls effects and faders control volume.

GLOBAL MASTER EFFECTS
Add four effects compression, reverb, etc.) to the overall mix to bind it together.

EXPORT YOUR MIX TO SOUNDCLOUD AND FACEBOOK!
Create a 16/44 AIFF mix and save it to your Mac/PC using iTunes or upload to your SoundCoud account and then into Facebook. Wow your friends with a mix of your song!

OVER 900 FREE LOOPS!
Get a great selection of Loop Sets (installed and via download) in Electronic, Rock, Pop, Industrial, Country, Funk styles and more. All the loops in Looptastic HD!

EASILY BROWSE AND AUDITION LOOPS
Loop Sets logically group instrument parts (drums, bass, guitars, keys, etc.) that work well together. Audition loops at current tempo playing with the current Project.

USE YOUR OWN LOOPS
Import your 44.1/16 bit AIF and WAV files from Mac and PC using iTunes File Sharing and App Documents.

IN-APP LOOP STORE
Hit a creative wall? Buy some loops and get the juices flowing or grab one of the free sets on the store.

FILE MANAGEMENT FEATURES AND MY LOOPS LIBRARY
See only recordings associated with your project. Delete recordings by simply dragging them off the timeline. Mistakes? Just hit “Undo”. New “My Loops” lets you reuse recordings across multiple projects.

SUPPORTS AUDIO COPY – PASTE!
Copy audio from an app that supports Sonoma Audio Copy/Paste and paste it to a track. Copy a recording out of studio.HD and paste it into another app for extra effects and/or editing.

Studio.HD is available for $9.99

studio.HD - Sound Trends LLC

2011
08/15
Mixtikl Music Lab For iPad And iPhone
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Mixtikl Music Lab For iPad

Create magical music with Mixtikl, the most powerful generative music app for mobile devices. Available for iPad and iPhone.

A powerful, deep & unique music lab / instrument.
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- Start with a random mix (Menu > New > Random); keep the “parts” you want & add more.
- Customise sounds, FX & Noatikl generative rules & (new) parameters including note patterns.
- Tweet your “mixtikl” for others to enjoy and play / remix / retweet, too!
- Record your mix, copy/paste into e.g. GarageBand or other apps; try out mic recordings.
- From the devs of the SSEYO Koan (1990-2007) & Noatikl (2007-) Generative Music systems.

Computer Music Magazine Review:
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“Mixtikl’s end results … are really in a class of their own when it comes to generative music.”

Key features of Mixtikl:
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• A unique 12 track cell-sequencer, mixer & “generative music” lab with integral synth
• Includes Tiklpaks with over 380 customisable “parts” & 30 audio loop beats + 50 FX presets
• Includes integral Partikl MIDI DLS wavetable / modular synth for Mixtikl sounds / FX:
- Tone Generators (Oscillator, Particle, Dsynth, Wavetable)
- FX units (Chorus, Reverb, Filter, Distortion, ODrive, Delay, EQ, Compressor, Amp)
- FX control units (LFO, Envelope, Amp);
• Create or customise Partikl synth sounds and FX (synth, cell, track, global) networks
• Includes integral Noatikl generative music engine with ability to customise rules & params
• Use your mix recordings royalty free in films, videos, presentations, cds etc.*
• Copy / Paste audio files via Sonoma AudioCopy & AudioPaste + Apple General Pasteboard
• Export / import fun music mix “mixtikls” – for tweeting, email etc – share your mixes!
• Transfer in / out your own loops, recordings & mix files via iTunes App File Sharing
• Transfer in your own zipped content Paks via iTunes App File Sharing
• Make microphone audio recordings for use in mixes (external mic required if no internal mic)
• Auto time stretch & pitch shift Tiklpak content, plus change mix tempo & root settings
• Set individual track volume & pans, global volume & solo / mute tracks
• Play and record (live or mixdown) at up to CD quality (user configurable, device dependent)
• Extendable with in-app purchasable Tiklpaks of additional audio loops (if required)
* Improved access to mixer from Message / Display Settings Screen
o First top button changed to Vis (tap) and Menu (tap/hold)
o Second top button changed to Mixer (tap) and New Random (tap/hold)
* Fixed: Option to export via Sonoma clipboard re-activated (was always sending to General Pasteboard)
* Fixed: Export to Clipboard: changed to export the Mix URL, not the tweet string

Important: Mixtikl 5 for iOS is for iOS 5+ only. iOS 3.x or iOS 4.x users: If you wish to continue using an earlier version of Mixtikl and cannot update your device to iOS 5, then you should not delete it from your device or from iTunes.

Mixtikl is available for $6.99

Mixtikl - Generative Music Lab, Modular Synth, 12 Track Mixer, Arp & Live FX - Intermorphic Ltd.

2011
07/28
TableTop iPad Modular Music Production Environment
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Retronymns TableTop For iPad

Are you used to using music production environments like Reason by Propellerheads? If so and you own an iPad, this is the app for you! Created by the same companies who brought you Rebirth for the iPad.

Enter TableTop by Retronyms!

New in version 1.5

CloudSeeder – access the Tabletop Community (powered by SoundCloud)
Audio Copy – collaborate with other Apps!

More Features:

Seamless automatic routing. Focus on your music!
Swipe between devices with a single gesture. Never miss a beat!
Retina support for crystal clear interface on iPad 3.

The heart of Tabletop is a modular environment where you can mix and match different devices. Select from more than a dozen devices including samplers, mixers, effects, sequencers and more. Buy only the gear you need from an expanding catalog.

Tabletop is the first musical environment designed from the ground up exclusively for the iPad. Each device has its own uses, characteristics, personality—ranging from classics like drum pad samplers to touchscreen effects.

Retronymns TableTop Screenshot

Plug the output of a keyboard into a delay to add an echo, or wire it up to a mixer and adjust the pan. Chain up multiple effects to create new and evolving sounds. Tabletop is an audio playground where you can create beats, compose songs, mix live, make mashups with samples from your iPod library… the possibilities are wide open.

Tabletop will continue to expand. There are 15 devices available at launch, and more already in the pipeline. Keep your eyes peeled for more keyboards, effects, controllers, and sequencers.

Features:
15 unique Devices at Launch
Undo Up to Ten Previous Actions
Click Track with Count-In
Swipeable Multitouch Screen
TWIST Compatible (Korg’s Wireless Sync-Start Technology)
AudioPaste Compatible
Tempo Adjustment via Tap or Dial
Record Sequences and Arrange into Songs
Cut, Copy, Paste sequences
300 sounds (multisample instruments, loops, phrases)
Adjustable Quantization Pre- and Post- Recording
Overdub and Replace Record Modes
Sampling via Internal Mic and Line-In
Import Your Sound Library and Save Presets
Recordable parameter automation
44Khz Studio Quality Audio
Trigger Sequences Live
3Q – Three band equilizer

In app premium modules include:
Gridlok: Touchpad Sampler
M8RX: Tone Matrix
RS3: Polyphonic Stereo Keyboard
Mr. O: Master Output
Goblin MX8: 8-Channel Mixer
Spinback: Turntable Player
Recorder M2: All-Purpose Input Recorder
Filtr LP: Low-Pass Filter Effect
T101 – Triggerator: Sequence and Perform
TT-303 (Bassline Sequencer)
XOX Drum Deranger (Drum Machine)
Glitchboard – Glitch Effect
Overdose – Distortion

TableTop is available for FREE

TableTop - Retronyms

2010
09/23
Studio.HD Like Acid Pro & Garageband For iPad
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Studio.HD Like Acid Pro For iPad

Sound Trends does it again with Studio.HD Look out Apple and Sony, they beat you to it! It’s basically like Acid Pro and Garageband for the iPad. Import loops, slice them up, rearrange them and mix it down.

This video gives a quick overview of Soundtrends studio.HD

Features include:

* 8 tracks, with multiple layers per track for 24 total tracks of audio playback
* Tempo conforms automatically to BPM changes (aka time stretching)
* Easy zooming and auto-zoom to arrangement
* Mixing and effects (Low/Hi Pass Filter, Flanger, Delay and Bitcrusher)
* Recording with overdubbing
* Loop Library with in-arrangement audition/preview
* Editing (Cut/Copy/Paste) and Loop/Repeat
* Mix down and Export to Mac/PC

studio.HD is the multitrack app for songwriters, producers and musicians. It offers eight multilayered audio tracks (24 total of playback!) with recording, editing, loops and automated mixing plus effects controlled by an elegant touch interface. Get ideas down fast and work with them anywhere!

From recording a rap to a beat – to catching the spark of a song before it goes – to producing dance mixes in the airport – regardless of genre, studio.HD ignites creativity. Great for creating iMovie and Podcast soundtracks, or custom mixes for iTunes too!

“studio.HD is perfect for more pop/hiphop-oriented production including loops, remixing, etc… ”
-proaudioreview.com

FEATURES:

24 TOTAL TRACKS of AUDIO PLAYBACK!
studio.HD accommodates multiple layers per track to give you at least 24 tracks! Workflow is optimized to reduce the endless scrolling found in other apps. Record time limited only by storage!

LOOP RECORDING HELPS GET YOUR BEST TAKE
Hit Record and jam! Use Loop Record to lay down takes, then choose your best or edit together a hybrid. Touch control the track to switch between Record, Play or Mute.

WORKS WITH POPULAR AUDIO IO HARDWARE
Use common interfaces like Peavey AmpKit LINK, iRig and iRig Mic, Blue Yeti, Line 6 Mobile In, Behringer 202 (w/Camera Kit)

EDIT FASTER
Edit, Delete, Copy, Paste and Loop your parts to refine your production. Editing can snap to a Bar/Beat grid based on Zoom level or be grid can be turned off. Group parts through track layers that explode for selection. Grab the end/beginning of a Region to Loop/repeat it. Multitouch “2-finger” dragging copies a part. 10 levels of Undo just in case you make a mistake. SPLIT lets you cut longer files into smaller pieces and CROP feature lets you create new versions of your recordings that ONLY contain the part you want.

ARRANGE EASIER
The Loop Control Bar lets you loop a play/record area PLUS select all parts on all tracks within that area for editing together whole verses and choruses. “Auto-Zoom” lets you put your whole composition in view with a double-touch.

AUTOMATED MIXING WITH VOLUME, PANNING AND 14 EFFECTS!
Each track has volume control and up to 4 real time effects, all with automation. Effects include Low and High Pass Filtering, Compressor, Gate, Stutter Loop, Stutter Stepped, Stutter Gate, Bitcrusher, Flanger, Glitchy Repeater, Delay plus Pan and Reverb! An X-Y touch pad controls effects and faders control volume.

GLOBAL MASTER EFFECTS
Add four effects compression, reverb, etc.) to the overall mix to bind it together.

EXPORT YOUR MIX TO SOUNDCLOUD AND FACEBOOK!
Create a 16/44 AIFF mix and save it to your Mac/PC using iTunes or upload to your SoundCoud account and then into Facebook. Wow your friends with a mix of your song!

OVER 900 FREE LOOPS!
Get a great selection of Loop Sets (installed and via download) in Electronic, Rock, Pop, Industrial, Country, Funk styles and more. All the loops in Looptastic HD!

EASILY BROWSE AND AUDITION LOOPS
Loop Sets logically group instrument parts (drums, bass, guitars, keys, etc.) that work well together. Audition loops at current tempo playing with the current Project.

USE YOUR OWN LOOPS
Import your 44.1/16 bit AIF and WAV files from Mac and PC using iTunes File Sharing and App Documents.

IN-APP LOOP STORE
Hit a creative wall? Buy some loops and get the juices flowing or grab one of the free sets on the store.

FILE MANAGEMENT FEATURES AND MY LOOPS LIBRARY
See only recordings associated with your project. Delete recordings by simply dragging them off the timeline. Mistakes? Just hit “Undo”. New “My Loops” lets you reuse recordings across multiple projects.

SUPPORTS AUDIO COPY – PASTE!
Copy audio from an app that supports Sonoma Audio Copy/Paste and paste it to a track. Copy a recording out of studio.HD and paste it into another app for extra effects and/or editing.

Studio.HD is available for $9.99

studio.HD - Sound Trends LLC