2011
11/30
iKaossilator 2 For iPad
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iKaossilator iPad App

iKaossilator by Korg

Audio export, iPad full-screen support, and many more new features.

NOW SUPPORTS AUDIO IMPORT & AUDIO COPY/PASTE!

iKaossilator Version 2.1 Highlights
● Audio Loop Import
● Seamless operation in tandem with the Kaossilator 2
● Support for “AudioPaste”

☐ New Audio Loop Import function
Audio loop files can now be imported into each part of the sequencer. iKaossilator v2.1 has evolved into an app that provides not just MIDI loop sequencing, but also audio loop sequencing! To import, simply send your audio loop* via iTunes to iKaossilator and load it via the import menu in the sound list (the sound selection screen).

In addition to simply playing an imported audio loop, you can use a filter effect assigned to the touch pad to vary the character of the song just as you would on the Kaoss Pad. This represents a nearly infinite expansion of iKaossilator’s track-making and performance potential.

* Supported file formats: WAV, AIFF, MP3, AAC

☐ Seamless Integration with Kaossilator 2
The Audio loop import feature also enables closely coupled operation with iKaossilator’s sibling — the “Kaossilator 2”. Loop recorder data created with a Kaossilator 2 can be imported into iKaossilator, or an audio loop created in iKaossilator can be loaded into a loop recording bank of the Kaossilator 2. When you do this, data such as the loop length and the BPM of the loop that you created is also loaded; resulting in a seamless transfer between the software and hardware.

☐ Support for “AudioPaste”
iKaossilator now supports the “AudioPaste” function that was developed by Sonoma Wire Works, which allows audio data to be copied and pasted between iOS apps. You can export audio data from the Korg iELECTRIBE or iMS-20, or from any “AudioCopy” compatible app, and then import it into iKaossilator with ease.

● Audio Export records and saves your performance, just as you heard it
● iPad native support allows the iKaossilator to fill the iPad’s large 9.7″ screen
● “SoundCloud” allows users to share and remix loops with other users worldwide
● “AudioCopy” provides an easy way to copy audio data between musical instrument apps
● Flex Play makes it easy to generate fills and breaks

☐ Audio Export saves your performance as a file
Now you can record your performance in real time, or export a completed loop as an audio file. By sending your creations to a Mac or PC via iTunes, you can share them with your friends or use them in a full-fledged music production. You can also upload them directly to SoundCloud.

☐ iPad native support provides full-screen (9.7″) iKaossilator enjoyment
Now you can perform taking full advantage of the iPad’s large 9.7″ display. Enjoy iKaossilator on your iPhone while riding public transportation, and on your iPad while performing live!

☐ “SoundCloud” allows sharing or remix loops with users worldwide
“SoundCloud” is a music distribution and sharing service that’s very popular among musical creators. The loops you create can now be uploaded directly to “SoundCloud” from within the app. If you attach the loop data when doing so, it will be shared to other users’ loop lists. Users worldwide will be exposed to new loops they’ve never heard, and can combine them with their own loops to create remixes. It’s a new way of enjoying music by and unleashing your iKaossilator’s potential throughout the world.

☐ “AudioCopy” lets you share audio data between musical instrument apps
Newly added support for “AudioCopy” from Sonoma Wire Works means that you can copy and paste audio data between apps. Audio data you export from iKaossilator can be sent to apps that support AudioPaste.

☐ Flex Play makes it easy to generate fills and breaks
Designed for live performance, the Flex Play feature makes it easy to generate fills or breaks. Touch and hold Length or Tempo buttons, and then try stroking the touchpad. Movement in the X-axis will change the Length of all parts, and movement in the Y-axis will change the Tempo, allowing you to add dynamic changes to your song that will further expand your performance possibilities.

What’s New in Version 2.0.1

● You can now paste exported audio directly into Apple GarageBand, etc. using the AudioCopy feature.
● Reloading shared loops has been stabilized.
● New functions have been added to the shared loop list.

Korg has revolutionized the musical instrument world with their dynamic line of Kaoss products, using an intuitive X-Y pad to provide expressive musical control. The palm-sized KAOSSILATOR synthesizer placed modern music-making in the hands of thousands of musicians and non-musicians alike. Now that same excitement has been captured in the iKaossilator app for iPhone!

iKaossilator for iPhone Highlights :
● Play sounds by simply stroking, tapping, or rubbing the screen with your finger
● Bold Visual Effects move along with your performance and add excitement
● 150 diverse built-in sounds cover any style of dance music
● Scale/Key settings allow anyone to perform with musical precision
● Easily create tracks with the loop sequencer using up to five parts
● Control loops in real time for DJ-Style live performances
● WIST capability allows wireless sync-start with other apps such as the iELECTRIBE

☐ Perform Using A Single Finger
iKaossilator uses the unique X-Y interface made famous by Korg’s entire Kaoss Line, including the original hand-held KAOSSILATOR. Create melodies and phrases simply by stroking, tapping, or rubbing the touch screen with your finger; no musical knowledge is required.

☐ Bright, Colorful Visual Effects
iKaossilator is also focused on its graphic design, which shows up beautifully on the iPhone’s high-quality display. The visual effects on the iPhone’s display move along with your performance and add excitement. These bold, colorful graphics provide an exciting performance experience.

☐ 150 Diverse Sounds Covering Many Musical Styles
Use the 150 built-in sounds to perform and produce a broad range of dance music styles including hip-hop, house, techno, dubstep, nu-disco, and electro. Enjoy the synth leads and synth bass sounds you expect from a synthesizer, as well as acoustic sounds that simulate piano or guitar chords, even the popular sound effects used by DJs. The drum sounds let you play and manipulate various patterns simply by moving your finger.

☐ Loop Sequencer
The built-in loop sequencer lets you layer up to five musical parts. To create a track, simply assign a loop such as synth, bass, chords, sound effects, or drums to each part. Fifty loops created by professional musicians are built-in to help you get started quickly. In addition to its track-making capabilities, this loop sequencer is also a great feature for live performance. The Mix Play feature makes it easy to enjoy live remixing; you can switch seamlessly to another loop or extract a specific part from another loop while the playback continues.

iKaossilator is available for $19.99

2011
11/29
Echo Guitar Pro iPad App
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Echo Guitar Pro App

Echo Guitar™ Pro by Ting Tang is such a powerful and amazing guitar simulation app. It is something that you may have never seen before.

The design is very intuitive. Plays like a real guitar. Good for beginners and a convenient tool for songwriting with the automatic-arpeggio feature and Pattern-Editor module.

Features:

1. Automatic arpeggio.
2. Two colors available (Pink & Blue).
3. Two dynamic samples, with high-quality sound.
4. Record / Playback your songs.
5. Songs playback with animations.
6. Pattern editor.
7. Slide-able fretboard.
8. Hints the selected guitar chord’s fingering by real time.
9. Chords library.
10. Patterns library .
11. Capo simulation (you can drag it to change keys).
12. File management (Save / Open / Delete ).
13. Email your songs (*.eg or *.mid file).
14. iTunes file sharing enabled .
15. Export songs as MIDI format.

What’s New in Version 2.0

1. Export songs as MIDI format.
2. A new Pick-Button, easy for strumming.
3. The action of draging capo is recordable.

Echo Guitar Pro is available for $7.99

2011
11/25
Beat Shuffler iPad Beat Slicer
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iPad Beat Slicing App

25% OFF Introductory price, until the new version with AudioCopy is released.

Beatshuffler is a music app that slices loops and allows you to trigger those slices, always on time. It is a great beat sketching tool where almost everything sounds interesting, since the slice triggering always falls on the beat. At its core, it is inspired by the mlrv app, for the Monome and other grid devices.

I bought this app and here are my thoughts. Cons: You can not sequence the slices. There is no stop button. You can not sequence effects changes. There is no tap tempo. Changing the tempo is cumbersome. There is no way to enter the desired tempo in. No Audio Copy. Pros: Good for live slice triggering. Audio Copy on the way.

NOTE – Ability to import WAV and MP3 files. I do not recommend MP3s as they can’t loop properly. I recommend wav or OGG

It features:
– 6 tracks for loops.
– Ability to import WAV and MP3 files.
– iOS File Sharing import for exchanging files with the app.
– A mixer.
– A master channel with effects.
– A separate channel for each of the tracks, with effects.
– Available effects: Delay and Low Pass Filter.

Among the upcoming features are Audio Clipboard support, to import loops from other apps and an expanded loop library.

Beat Shuffler is available for $2.99 for a limited time.

NO LONGER AVAILABLE

We recommend checking out Steinberg’s LoopMash https://ipadloops.com/loopmash-app/ for something along the same lines with more features

2011
11/23
PixiTracker Tracker For iPad iPhone and iPod Touch
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:PixiTracker Tracker For iPad iPhone and iPod Touch

No time to delve into the big and serious music apps? PixiTracker is what you need! It is a simple and fun tool to quickly create musical sketches or chip tunes. Without requiring a lot of musical knowledge!

What’s New in Version 1.2.1

* new functions in the sound editor: Reverse and Volume fade; you can find it here: Load/Save -> Clear,Optimize,…;
* new sound pack pack09_bass;
* improved “New Song” dialog; maximum number of steps and tracks: 64 steps, 12 tracks, even for devices with a small screen;
* Zoom function added for the large patterns;
* several bugs fixed.

Features:
* 16 sounds per song;
* unlimited number of patterns;
* five packs with unique sounds;
* MIDI keyboard support;
* export to WAV;
* audio copy/paste;
* iTunes File Sharing;
* true warm pixel interface!

What’s New in Version 1.1

* new example songs;
* new sound packs;
* Mic/Line-in recording;
* added Wi-Fi Export/Import;
* bugs fixed.

Get a lot of fun using PixiTracker together with SunVox, PixelWave or SpectrumGen iOS synths!

PixiTracker is available for $1.99

2011
11/23
BeatPad Drums For iPad
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BeatPad Drum App For iPad

BeatPad is a MPC style drum pad and sequencer that comes with lots of samples.

Upload your beats to YouTube, your FaceBook Wall or Email them to Friends and Artists for collaboration! Back Up and Share your music with BeatPad! The latest update fixes a number of issues that users were having following the recent update.

Custom Kits are now possible – Import music you own in your iPod Library stored on your device – Sample using the mic, or import mp3, wav or aiff audio from email and from the web.

NEW FEATURES:

Added 1/12 quantize
NEW BPX song format makes sharing songs with custom kits easy!
Search function for your growing sample library. Tap settings/sound kit then the + button to create a custom kit and access your sample library.
Search function for sounds
New Metronome Design
New Pad highlights
Some new Button Designs
iPhone version is now designed to be entirely landscape
New Kit added from Z-Drums app: Krunk Kit
Share your custom kits with other BeatPad users (BeatPad sound kits can be downloaded from email or the safari browser on your iOS device. Feel free to create, sell and distribute custom kits of your own!
Enhanced volume of metronome clicks
Metronome Sync Fixed during recording & playback
New Full Instructions
Step Sequencer.
Enjoy creating and editing songs using this new visual method.
This is useful for mistakes made when sequencing live with the drum pads.

1.) Download BeatPad
2.) Record a Drum track
3.) Record music over your drums
– (Now Up To 8 Tracks Per Song)
– Record Multiple Sections for Hooks, Verses & Bridges
4.) EMAIL YOUR BEATS + UPLOAD to YouTube & FaceBook + Show Off!
5.) Create New Song and repeat steps 2-5
6.) Email Your Projects to friends and Collaborate!

FEATURES
– Universal App Installs on iPhone, iPad & iPod Touch!
– Quantize: Automatic Note Sync keeps you on beat
– Email Your Beats to EVERYONE!
– Upload Your Beats to YouTube & Your FaceBook wall
– Professional Sound Banks used by Real Producers
– 8 Channel Music Sequencing
– Type and Save Your Lyrics to Each Song
– Easy to use interface..
– Send your song files to friends for collaboration

BeatPad is available for $4.99

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