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StudioMini app for iPhone and iPad


4.8 ( 6608 ratings )
Productivity Music
Developer: Otreus Inc.
4.99 USD
Current version: 2.2.7, last update: 3 years ago
First release : 20 Sep 2009
App size: 201.6 Mb

The recording app used by multi-platinum band Gorillaz on their album The Fall

StudioMini is a powerful yet easy to use multitrack recorder with pro quality audio, audio loops & much more.

- PRO AUDIO QUALITY: Records in 44.1 kHz / 16 bit pro quality audio, the crystal clear and uncompressed standard.
- WAV AUDIO FILES: Records WAV audio files, the universally used Linear PCM format. Recorded files and loops will work on any computer with any audio software.
- MULTITRACKING: Multitrack record on 4 tracks.
- INPUT MONITORING: Listen to audio input in real time through StudioMini with the lowest latency your device can handle.
- AUDIO LOOPS: Additional loops track with 78 built-in professionally produced loops spanning 13 styles of music. Includes BPM display.
- METRONOME: Part of the loops track, and sampled from a classic metronome to sound like the real thing.
- MIXDOWN: Create final mixes in the WAV or AAC formats. Download to your computer, or email right from your iPhone.
- SYNC: Download your files to your computer using Wi-Fi Sync or iTunes File Sharing.
- IMPORT: Add files into StudioMini from your Music Library, or through iTunes File Sharing and then import into StudioMini tracks.
- NOTES: Each song comes with a notepad for keeping track of notes, lyrics, chord progressions etc.
- SOLO, MUTE, RECORD ENABLE BUTTONS: Available for each track, just like on professional hardware mixers.
- STATUS LEDS: Simulated LEDs lights on top of each track indicate whether the track has a recording on it, to help prevent recording over good takes.
- TUNER: Pitch reference tuner.
- COUNT-IN: Sets up the tempo before recording starts to keep you in perfect time.
- MULTIPLE SONG FILES: Record and save as many songs as your device can fit.
- PRO AUDIO TIMING: Pro audio synchronization and latency compensation.
- DELETE PROTECTION: Confirmation checks for track and song deletes, to prevent erasing accidentally.
- TIMELINE: Timeline slider enables moving back and forth to any spot in the song.
- PRO MIXER FADERS & METERS: Calibrated faders and meters for adjusting and monitoring track audio levels.
- REPEAT SONG SWITCH: Turn song repeat on/off.
- USER MANUAL: Full 33 page pdf manual thats bundled in StudioMini. Read it in StudioMini, or open in iBooks or any pdf reader/editor app.

Loops

StudioMini includes a collection of 78 loops spanning 13 styles. These audio tracks are professionally produced and are only available with StudioMini. There are no repetitive 1 bar loops that sound dated or cheesy, these are new and inspiring 4 to 8 bar patterns that sound real and “feel” right.

- Acoustic Pop Rock
- Modern Rock
- Classic Rock
- Metal
- Reggae / Ska
- Funk
- Pop
- R&B / Hip Hop
- Electronica
- Country
- Jazz
- Latin / Brazilian
- Blues

Examples of what you can do with StudioMini:

- Record a song with your band. Connect with a mixer and use professional studio microphones to record your next hit with StudioMini, then create an AAC mix and email it straight from your iPhone.
- Keep track of your songwriting ideas, riffs, raps, whatever you like. Never loose that great idea again.
- Use it for practicing: record some chords, then practice your scales, improvisation, a song you’re learning, etc. Or just use the metronome & drum grooves to keep you in time while you practice.
- Use it as a field recorder. Record a lecture, your bands rehearsal, keep track of your thoughts.
- Record a cover song and show off your vocals: pick a loop, have a friend play guitar (keys, synth etc.), add a bass line and then sing or rap over it.

Pros and cons of StudioMini app for iPhone and iPad

StudioMini app good for

This is a pretty good app, but it could use work with exporting the songs, like being able to send them through email or copy to your computer when your synched to it
I bought a bunch of different apps looking for the one to quickly capture inspirations. This one is much better because of the beats included: no other "4 track" recorder has those. UI needs a lot of help but that will come in time. I wish I could plug the output of Amps & Cabs into this little app. Good job guys!
Finally Ive bought SOOO many of these apps and this is the only good one! I like the simple UI and sound quality
I had an earlier version which was great for rough recordings of song ideas but awkward to use and almost impossible to export for dinosaurs like me who use Windows. This version has a MUCH improved interface and now supports WAV format. A perfect app for recording demos and song ideas, and if you happen to get a great take on one track it could even be the studio version! One very minor criticism, a pan feature for each channel would be nice to have.
The drum beats are okay, nothing special. But no self respecting artist would use a drum loop that comes with the program anyways. Suggestions for updates -import your own audiofiles (ie better drum loops) -change track volume along timeline (so that fluctuations in volume can be adjusted post-recording) -trim tracks (i always have a few seconds of drum beat alone at the end of the song) -loop option for recordings -change tempo of preset drums (each loop is stuck on whatever bpm it is set at) I havent seen most of these features on any recording studio app, and although this one is already my favorite, these additions would put it head and shoulders above the rest
The best and works !! I can pick alot of beats and haromize my songs! I am gonna sing this 4 my next album! Well u just talked to MissyiTunesfreak! ( awesome singer

Some bad moments

The idea behind this app is great. I can see it being a great resource for musicians; however, I was really dissapointed with the quality. It is difficult to use because the buttons and levers on the screen are hard to control. It is hard to understand what this app can and cant do and I find that it is a frustrating trial and error game. There are too few features to make this app worth while. It could use more tracks and the ability to add drum fills and breaks so that the drums arent so monotonous. It would also be nice if you could set the drum speed because the given speeds dont always fit with the songs I want to record. Hopefully updates will come with more features and better calibration.
Can u get a update so u can make Ur own beats without all this stuff its just in the game and I dont want to buy all this stuff
I feel burned. Apparently you cannot plug in anything direct using iRig or similar devices. This app expects you to go through a mixing board and mic your amp. Thats fine but NOT if its the only way to use the app. What scanners. They should clearly state in the description that you CANNOT plug a guitar or mic into your iPhone and record on this app. Please beware of this and save yourself the frustration. Download the Four Track app instead.
This app is really bad! Waste of money! Doesnt let you do anything, like record and those stuff! Waste of money!
What is disappointing is that a track can only be recorded one shot if you miss you have to redo the whole track you cant just fill in
Something horrible happened with the latest update its all completely wrong unusable. Please fix this!

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