Apps Like PocketBeats: Shake and Play for iPhone and iPad
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Rassel - Pocket shaker
Klevgrand Produkter AB
Shake to play percussion instruments
Turn your iPhone into a percussion instrument by shaking it. Choose from four sounds: Egg, , Tambourine, and Bells. Swipe to switch instruments. The uses a gyroscope to map movement and adjust audio based on shaking intensity.

Salsa Rhythm
District One Mobile, LLC
Practice with custom tempo and loops
Practice rhythms by setting custom tempos and combining instruments like clave, piano, congas, and timbal. Create and mix loops for personalized practice. Use as a metronome to refine groove.

Compás, a flamenco metronome
Lance Hirsch
Practice with and palmas patterns
Practice guitar with an animated that displays accented beats. Adjust tempo by swiping. Use authentic palmas and cajon sounds. Resume sessions from where you left off. Syncs with minimalist desi interface.

Drum Pad Machine - Beat Maker
Easybrain Ltd
Create beats, edit tracks, share music
Create music with a variety of styles including Hip-hop, & Bass, Trap, Dubstep, House, and more. Access professional-quality audio samples and use instruments like and Piano for sound design. Apply studio effects such as Tempo Regulation and EQ.


SuperMetronome Groovebox Pro
Lumbeat Ltd.
Intuitive powerful groove box drum machine
The app offers a metronome, groove box, and drum machine with high-definition sounds. It includes practice tools like Beat Hider and Progressive Tempo for musicians to refine their timing and technique.

Brazilian Drum Machine
Lumbeat Ltd.
Create rhythms, mix grooves, record beats
Create and customize rhythms with preprogrammed patterns or original grooves. Combine rhythms in Song Mode or use Live Pads for real-time performance with 8 assignable pads and MIDI controls. Sync with other apps via Ableton Link.

Piano - Simple Piano Recording
Seiji Hashizume
Play notes with 88 keys
Play a full 88-key with touch-based keyboard. Adjust key size for different hand sizes. Switch between 128 instrument sounds including , electric , and harpsic.

Real Drum: electronic drum set
KOLB SISTEMAS - EIRELI
Play drums anywhere with realistic sounds.
The app provides tools to master drumming on a smartphone or tablet. Users can learn with video lessons and play along with loops, experiencing the sensation of playing a real band.



MuseScore-Sheet Music & Chords
MuseScore Limited
Play free and scores
Access free for various instruments including piano, guitar, and harmonica. Browse a large collection of scores and tabs. Play from classical pieces to anime and video game tracks. Export and print . Sync with notation software.

Beat Maker Pro: Music Game
MWM
Create beats with guided lessons
Create beats with guided lessons, rhythm exercises, and skill-building challenges. Adjust tempo and patterns. Export tracks and share directly. Track progress and receive feedback.

Super Metronome GrooveBox Lite
Lumbeat Ltd.
Set rhythm, create loops, play drums
Create and customize drum loops with adjustable rhythm and measure settings. Add custom sound samples from real instruments. Choose from three preset tracks or build your own percussion kits. Export high-definition audio files.


Drumtune PRO | Drum Tuner
EXALTD CO., Limited
Tune drums, train ears, gain skill.
The app helps users tune drums with precision, develop tuning skills, and achieve a selected sound for their kit. It offers features like a lug tuner, drum kit interval tuner, and a click track with a metronome.

2 Player Games - Funny Box
智龙 谢
Play with friends and rivals
Play multiplayer like gyro wars, ping pong, and tic-tac-toe with others. Pinch bubbles, press switches, and use gyro controls to relieve stress. Compete in turn-based or collaborate in shared challenges. Track game progress and replay matches.

Pocket Whip: Original Whip App
Kinetica S.A. DE C.V.
Swing device for motion-activated sound effects
Transform your iPhone into a virtual with motion-activated sound effects. Swing the device side-to-side for a WOOSH or flick the wrist for a CRACK. Customize sounds and share recordings with friends.

World Piano Notes & Drum Beats
TAQS.IM LLC
Play melodies from around the
Explore authentic sound samples from global instruments like the Sitar, Koto, and Duduk. Switch between instruments to compare their tones and rhythms. Play and record melodies using built-in keyboard or touch controls.
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