Apps Like Riffer for iPhone and iPad
Generate random melodies
Create and customize MIDI sequences with scale selection, complexity settings, and step controls. Generate random patterns and melodies. Adjust pitch, transpose, and set playback motion. Export patterns or use Infinity mode for continuous generation.
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StepPolyArp
Laurent Colson
Generate melodic patterns from MIDI input
Create and save unlimited presets with 16 patterns each. Adjust polyphonic and polyrhythmic sequences. Sync presets to iCloud. Use as a standalone or AUv3 MIDI effect. Generate melodic patterns from played notes or chords.
Hammerhead Rhythm Station
Bram Bos
Play, record, and edit drum beats
Create and customize beats using a built-in drum synth. Import or select from numerous WAVs and loops. Access classic drum sounds and patterns. Integrate with plugin ecosystems for expanded creative options.
C.ARP
Paolo Giorgi
Play chords and melodies on mobile
Play chords and melodies using a tactile keyboard interface. Hold buttons and swipe or tap to create sounds. Access chords and notes via a grid for precise selection. Adjust pitch, harmonize, and apply real-time audio effects.
EasyBeats Drum Machine MPC
Christian Inkster
Create great sounding beats easily.
The app provides a quick and easy way to create beats using inbuilt or imported sounds. Its pattern editor sequencer allows for simple drag-and-drop rhythm tweaking.
n-Track Studio DAW: Make Music
n-Track S.r.l.
Record audio, MIDI, and drum tracks
Record audio, MIDI, and drum tracks with unlimited layers. Apply real-time effects like Guitar Amps, VocalTune, and Reverb. Mix and edit tracks on the go. Share projects and collaborate with other artists via Songtree.
AudioKit Synth One J6
AudioKit Pro, LLC
Stream music and create beats freely
Create and manipulate music with a virtual analog . Generate lush pads, deep basses, classic keys, and vibrant leads. Adjust filters, envelopes, and modulation parameters. Save and export projects in multiple audio formats.
Piano Modoki
Ryouta Kira
Play -like keys and adjust size
Play -like musical notes with a customizable keyboard. Scale key size, use double rows, and flip the second keyboard. Adjust reference pitch, transpose keys, and use just intonation. Includes a metronome for timing.
polybeat
Corne Driesprong
Sequence rhythms and export patterns
Create and edit complex rhythmic patterns with independent sequence lengths for each drum voice. Generate polyrhythms and polymeters. Export sequences for use in AUv3 hosts or external drum machines.
Link to MIDI
Alexander Randon
Sync devices with sessions
Syncs devices with Ableton for clock sync. Enables quantization and offset control for precise timing. Connects via session to enable Clock Sync on compatible hardware.
Beat Station - Drum Machine
Sonar Multimedia Co., Ltd.
Practice guitar parts and control song sections
Create rhythm patterns for guitar, bass, keyboard, or other instruments. Control verse, chorus, transition, fill, intro, and outro sections. Use Bluetooth MIDI Pedalboard for hands-free operation. Adjust timing and tempo in real time.
Melody Run - Cute Piano Game
Distimo B.V.
Play melodies and step on notes
Play offline with hand-crafted levels based on well-known song melodies. Tap notes in time to progress through stages. Customize character appearance and unlock new tracks. Compete in leaderboards and replay previous sessions.
SDS-x — Simple Drum Sampler
Ryan Robinson
Create beats with samples
Create and edit beats using samples and sequencer programming. Tap pads or use advanced controls for sound shaping. Build complex sequences and customize rhythms. Export projects and share beats directly.
Chord Progression Generator
Michael Krautsieder
Generate chords for your music projects
Generate progressions for music creation. Export as MIDI files to use in digital audio workstations. Supports EDM, Future House, Future Bass, Hardstyle, Trap, and other electronic genres. Create and integrate chords into music projects.
Cross DJ - Music Mixer App
MIXVIBES
Stream tracks from SoundCloud Go+
Stream from SoundCloud Go+ and local files via cloud services. Import tracks in multiple formats. Organize library by title, artist, album, bpm, key, rating, or duration. Create custom playlists.
Mini Piano Lite
Umito
Play with 88 keys and zoom
Play with a full 88-key keyboard. Adjust key size for easier touch. Choose from a sampled or 128 MIDI instruments. Zoom in and out for better control. Includes a single banner ad. Optimized for iPad use.
touchscaper
Rob Jackson
Touch and create music with your fingers
Create music by touching the screen to play notes and adjust sounds. Use multi-touch surfaces like radar, ribbon, or keyboard. Move fingers to modify tones. The semi-generative engine selects suitable notes automatically.
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