2011
10/05
iMaschine For iPhone
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iMaschine – THE GROOVE SKETCH PAD

iMASCHINE is an intuitive and powerful beat sketch pad for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad perfect for developing song ideas anytime, anywhere.

Play and record drums on the 16 pads, jam a melody on the keyboard, sing on top of your loops via the built-in audio recorder or create your own unique sample banks from any source – With iMASCHINE the focus is always on the music. And when you’re done, you can directly upload your track to SoundCloud and share with your friends, or finalize it in the studio if you own Native Instruments’ MASCHINE hardware.

iMASCHINE is a professional instrument designed for beat producers of all levels – you don’t need to have experience to create fresh beats. With its intuitive threshold-based pad sampling, note repeat, auto-loop length feature, professional onboard mixer with six studio effects and the unique audio recording function, iMASCHINE makes it easy to instantly create grooves whenever the mood hits.

Use the included drum kits and melodic sounds, all in professional WAV-format, or expand your library with the iMASCHINE Expansions – available directly from your device via the in-app store.

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iMaschine For iPhone Screenshot

About MASCHINE – the computer-based groove production studio

Create tight rhythms, harmonies and melodies in moments with MASCHINE – the highly enjoyable computer-based instrument that combines a pattern-based sequencer, professional sampler, multi-effect unit and VST/AU plug-in host. Everything is intuitively controllable via the fully integrated hardware – once you touch the tactile controller the fun and intuitive workflow takes over, allowing you to stay focused on what matters – the music.

MASCHINE is constantly evolving; the latest 1.6 free update makes it possible to plug any VST® or Audio Unit™ plug in into MASCHINE, with parameters auto-mapped to the controller so you can immediately start tweaking your sounds.

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Key Features of iMaschine:

* 16 pads for playing the included drum and one-shot samples
* Library includes 10 projects, 26 kits and 466 individual samples (170MB of WAV sounds)
* Pad sampling mode: record your own one-shot sample through the built-in iPhone microphone
* Keyboard mode with two manuals for playing chords, bass and melodies
* Note repeat function with 4th, 8th, 16th, 16th triplets, 32th for keyboard and drum pad mode
* Audio recorder mode lets you record vocal ideas through the built-in iPhone microphone
* Assign any of the 4 groups to pad, keyboard or audio recorder mode (i.e. have a pocket 4-track recorder)
* Mixer page includes two send effects with Delay, Flanger, Chorus, LoFi, HP, BP and LP filters
* The live-mode sequencer automatically detects the recorded loop length
* Finished song idea can be exported with one touch as an audio file or uploaded to SoundCloud
* Project (including samples) can be exported to MASCHINE for finalizing in your studio environment
* Additional drum kits and instrument sounds can be easily purchased through the in-app store

iMaschine is available for $4.99

2011
09/19
SunVox Tracker For iPad
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SunVox iPad App

SunVox is a small and fast multi-platform pattern based sequencer (tracker) with modular synthesizers. With this program you can compose music anywhere. On any device. It also available (for free!) for Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, Maemo, PalmOS and Windows Mobile. THIS IS AN iPadLoops SITE FAVORITE FOR SURE, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Listen to tracks made in SunVox: http://sunvox.blogspot.com/

What’s New in Version 1.7.2

* now XM and MOD files (formats of old trackers) can be loaded without the converter, through the Main Menu -> Load Song; you can find hundreds of these files on this site: modarchive.org;
* extended list of effects for XM/MOD to SunVox conversion;
* new std. pattern effect 30 – use it to stop playing the song;
* new controller in the Reverb module – “All-pass filter”; use it to enable/disable output all-pass filter;
* new controller in the Reverb module – “Room size”;
* added autorepeat mode for the following buttons: HLD (clear current note), OFF (insert Note OFF), INS (insert), BCK (backspace);
* added eight layers for the modules; for example you can place some complicated drum chain on the first layer, and all other synths – on the second layer; layers can be visible together or separately;
* new function “Scale” in the Module menu: use it if you want a smaller or bigger module size for the current project;
* changing the size of the modules by mouse wheel (scroll wheel);
* new module – WaveShaper;
* new module – MetaModule; with this module you can include some external .sunvox song to your project and use this song as synth or effect;
* new options in the Preferences->Recording: Pattern fit to grid, Note quantization, Controller quantization;
* new option in the Preferences->MIDI: Ignore velocity;
* empty parameter of the vibrato effect 04 is now treated as “use previous parameter value”; works only for songs created in SunVox 1.7.2 and higher;
* new option “Smooth frequency change” in the Analog Generator; enabled by default; disable it if you want to use arpeggio effect 08;
* velocity map in the MultiSynth module;
* improved CPU Usage Monitor with scrolling and module selection;
* maximum number of pattern tracks has been increased from 8 to 16;
* maximum Echo delay length increased to 4 seconds;
* new controller in the Echo module – “Delay units” with different available modes (ms, Hz, ticks, lines);
* new controller in the Filter module – “LFO frequency units” with different available modes (ms, Hz, ticks, lines);
* new controller in the Flanger module – “Vibrato speed units” with different available modes (ms, Hz, ticks, lines);
* new controller in the LFO module – “Frequency units” with different available modes (ms, Hz, ticks, lines);
* new controller in the Vibrato module – “Frequency units” with different available modes (ms, Hz, ticks, lines);
* new controller in the Vibrato module – “Set phase”;
* new simple examples: MIDI_out, waveshaper, velocity_map, reverb2, reverb3;
* new instrument in instruments/bass directory: analog_bass;
* new instrument in instruments/pads directory: synth_violin;
* new instruments in instruments/keyboard directory: piano14, piano15, space, space2;
* new instruments in instruments/various directory: electric_guitar, noise_slide_up, electro_drum_loop;
* keyboard instruments piano04.wav, piano05.wav has been replaced by piano04.sunsynth, piano05.sunsynth;
* sound engine optimization;
* many bugs fixed.

[ Key features ]
• Modular interface.
• Highly optimized synth algorithms.
• Flexible architecture: SunVox can working on variuos devices with completely different CPUs;
• WiFi export/import;
• Multitrack WAV export;
• MIDI IN/OUT;
• Mic/Line-in recording.

[ Built-in synthesizers & effects ]
• DrumSynth with 120 unique synthetic drum sounds;
• FM synthesizer;
• Generator (saw,triangle,square,noise,sine);
• Kicker;
• Sampler (supported formats: WAV, XI, AIFF);
• SpectraVoice (FFT-based synthesizer for deep and beautiful pads);
• Amplifier;
• Side Chain Compressor;
• DC Blocking Filter
• Delay;
• Distortion;
• Echo;
• 3Band equalizer;
• Filter (Low-pass, High-pass, Band-pass, Notch);
• Flanger;
• LFO;
• Loop (for glitch effects);
• Reverb;
• Vocal Filter (for human voice simulation);
• Vorbis Player;
• Vibrato.

SunVox is available for $4.99

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

2011
09/12
Loopseque, Loopseque Mini, and Loopseque Lite
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Loopseque App

Loopseque is a groovebox for the iPad with a circular based step sequencer inspired by certain hardware devices like the Future-Retro UV Orb Limited Edition Step Sequencer and the genoQs octopus tabletop sequencer.

It is an incredibly simple app for creating music. With Loopseque making music is like playing a game. Create beats, switch fast between patterns and arrange compositions. You can access your music instantly and everywhere.

The new version of Loopseque includes:
• Onboard Samples library
• Audio copy/paste (General Pasteboard with import and export)
• WIST support for syncing with other iOS music apps
… and finally the brand new Extra effects for live performance

CONCEPT:
* Designed for fun and improvisation
* Attractive for both beginners and professionals
* Suitable for all ages

FEATURES:
* “Big Wheel” mode for easy pattern creation
* “Wheel Matrix” mode for fast switch between patterns
* “Tap” and “Sync” for team play
* Load/Save projects

LOOPING PLACES:
* At Home: on your own, together with a friend or even with the whole family.
* At a Party: it’s fun in any setting. Amuse your friends, make music together.
* On a Trip: on board of a plane, in a car, or on a train.
* On Stage: improvise during live performances, create new beats on the fly.

TECHNICAL INFO:
* 32-step circle sequencer
* 4 channels with 9 patterns per channel
* 14 professionally-designed electonic sample sets
* 5 sample sets for kids
* 11 pre-installed basic music compositions

MAIN FEATURES

• Easy to use sequencer
• Sample editor, uploader & browser
• Onboard Samples library
• Audio effects
• Live track recording & loop bouncing
• SoundCloud sharing
• Project sharing via e-mail
• 22 professionally designed electronic sample sets
• 14 original project presets
• Loopseque Store with new projects and tracks by talented artists
• Dropbox Sync and iTunes File Sharing for your own sounds
• Audio copy/paste (General Pasteboard with import and export)
• WIST support for syncing with other iOS music apps
• Master Classes & Tutorials
TECHNICAL INFO

• 32 bit internal audio engine
• 32-step circle sequencer
• 4×4 channels of audio tracks
• 9 patterns per channel
• Volume control for each channel
• Tap tempo & cue sync
• Swing enhance
• Cross-project sample set transfer
• Simple FX set: Filter (LP & HP mode in one amazing control), Beat Repeater with automatic quantize, Reverb
• Extra FX set: Delay (two modes: stereo and mono), Filter (LP, HP) with LFO, new Reverb and Repeater with reverse mode and manual quantize)
• All FXs can be assigned to each of 4 channels (one-button extra fast routing)

P.S.
All features announced for Loopseque Extra will be available as free updates for Loopseque on iPad.

Loopseque iPad is available for $.99 for limited time

2011
09/07
Native Instruments iMaschine For iPhone
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iPhone iPod App

The first ever Native Instruments iPhone® and iPod touch® App is an intuitive and powerful beat sketchpad based on MASCHINE’s groove production studio concept. iMASCHINE is perfect for developing song ideas anytime, anywhere – Play and record drums on the 16 pads, jam a melody on the keyboard, sing on top of your loops via the built-in audio recorder or create your own unique sample banks from any source – With iMASCHINE the focus is always on the music. And when you’re done, you can finalize your track in the full version of MASCHINE or MASCHINE MIKRO or directly upload it to SoundCloud and share with your friends.

Key Features:

16 pads for playing the included drums and one-shot samples
Library includes 10 projects, 25 kits and over 400 individual samples (100 MB of WAV sounds)
Pad sampling mode: record your own one-shot sample through the built-in iPhone® microphone
Keyboard mode with two manuals for playing chords, bass and melodies
Note repeat function with 4th, 8th, 16th, 16th triplets, 32th for keyboard and drum pad mode
Audio recorder mode lets you record vocal ideas through the built-in iPhone® microphone
Assign any of the 4 groups to pad, keyboard or audio recorder mode (e.g. use it as pocket 4-track recorder)
Mixer page includes two send effects with Delay, Flanger, Chorus, LoFi, HP, BP and LP filters
The live-mode sequencer automatically detects the recorded loop length
Finished song idea can be exported with one touch as an audio file or uploaded to SoundCloud
Project (including samples) can be exported to MASCHINE for finalizing in your studio environment
Additional drum kits and instrument sounds can be easily purchased through the in-app store
Import your own samples via iTunes®

iMASCHINE will be available at the iTunes App Store for $ 4.99 / 3.99 € from October 1st.

  • iPad Loops is an iOS music production blog dedicated to exposing the best iPad apps musicians, producers, and Djs. This is not a database of every app. It is, however, one of useful recommendations from someone with many years in music production. I try to update it on a daily basis (ok sometimes every two days) and I do my best to post useful apps only. My name is Jason Donnelly (Dj Puzzle). You might know me from my royalty free loop packs and sound design. Some of the apps that contain my sounds are Synth One, EG Segments, Hammerhead, Retronyms AudioCopy, Audio Evolution Mobile, LP-5, iPRO.DJSAMPLER, Looptastic. My work is published by Roland, Antares, Magix, Soundtrack Loops, Sample Logic, Acoustica, Loopmasters and many more. Subscribe to our RSS feed below to get updated when new apps are posted.
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