iOS Sound Apps for DAWs

After having given up on Android’s poor speed and audio latency, the best chain is iRig HD + iOS7 + Amplitube + Audiobus + Cubasis. Studio in your backpack.

My pad is a full fledged mobile recording gadget. This is a combination of Cubasis, Singaling, Bias, Amplitube and GarageBand all operating together at the same time through AudioBus. And the CPU meter is not even 1/4 of the band. A7 chip.

Flawlessly developed mastering app. enjoying its intrinsic details. The kind of math that I like. Let’s break down each of these iOS apps for music composition, mixing, and mastering:

iRig HD:
- Description: iRig HD is an audio interface designed for connecting your guitar or bass to your iOS device (such as iPhone or iPad).
- Functionality: It allows you to plug your instrument directly into your iPhone using the iRig HD interface. This enables high-quality recording and processing of your guitar or bass signals.
- Use Case: Musicians can use iRig HD to record their guitar or bass tracks directly into iOS music apps.
- Compatibility: Works with various iOS apps, including AmpliTube (mentioned next).
AmpliTube:
- Description: AmpliTube is a comprehensive guitar and bass tone studio app.
- Features:
  - Virtual Gear: Offers a vast collection of virtual gear, including stompbox effects, amplifiers, speaker cabinets, and microphones.
  - Recording: Includes a 2-track recorder for capturing your performances.
  - Expandable: You can expand the gear library with over 150 additional models from top brands like Fender, Ampeg, Orange, and more.
  - Live Mode: Optimized GUI for live performances, allowing easy access to settings and controls.
  - Studio Mode: Provides DAW-style editing for more intricate adjustments (available via in-app purchase).
  - Loop Drummer Module: Syncs with the recorder for rhythm tracks.
  - MIDI Integration: Supports MIDI controllers like iRig Stomp I/O and iRig Blueboard.
- Use Case: Musicians can create, practice, and record guitar and bass tracks with professional-grade tone processing.
- Compatibility: Works well with iRig HD and other compatible interfaces.
- Link: AmpliTube on the App Store ¹.
Audiobus:
- Description: Audiobus is an app that facilitates audio routing and inter-app communication.
- Functionality: It allows you to connect multiple music apps together, enabling real-time audio streaming and processing between them.
- Use Case: Musicians can route audio from one app (e.g., AmpliTube) to another (e.g., Cubasis) seamlessly.
- Compatibility: Works with various iOS music apps.
- Link: Audiobus on the App Store ².
Cubasis:
- Description: Cubasis is a powerful digital audio workstation (DAW) for iOS.
- Features:
  - Multitrack Recording: Allows you to record and arrange multiple tracks.
  - Editing Tools: Provides tools for editing MIDI and audio.
  - Virtual Instruments: Includes built-in virtual instruments and effects.
  - Mixing and Mastering: Enables mixing and mastering of your music.
  - Project Sharing: You can share projects between devices.
- Use Case: Musicians and producers can compose, record, edit, mix, and master music directly on their iOS devices.
- Compatibility: Works seamlessly with other music apps via Audiobus and Inter-App Audio.
- Link: Cubasis on the App Store ².

In summary, this combination of apps allows you to create, record, process, and master music on your iOS device. Whether you’re a guitarist, producer, or composer, these tools provide a versatile and portable music production setup. 🎵📲