GridNotes
Jason Pepas
Play piano with grid keys and MIDI
Play piano using a grid-based key layout. Select MIDI voices and adjust scales. Enable sticky keys for practice. Adjust note duration and velocity. Save and load custom configurations.
Apps Like apeMatrix for iPhone and iPad
Stream audio and control MIDI devices
Create and manipulate music with automated MIDI and audio controls. Link tools for synchronized playback. Apply AU and IAA effects. Modulate parameters using MIDI, accelerometer, scrub, and LFO. Adjust built-in and external parameters in real time.
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