Apps Like SDS-x — Simple Drum Sampler for iPhone and iPad
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.
by Ryan Robinson★ 4.966 ratingsMusicFreeData updated 2026-09-18
The app transforms a Mac keyboard, trackpad, and mouse into a MIDI controller. It sends MIDI notes and control messages to DAWs and soft synths, allowing users to quickly capture musical ideas.
The app provides over 600 samples, 47 editable programs, and 80 editable sequences. It includes built-in effects, sampling capabilities, and the ability to create new sequences and record beats.
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