Editor's Review
Dive into the world of Koala Sampler 🐨, the ultimate pocket-sized music studio that fits right in your phone! Whether you're a seasoned producer or just starting out, Koala makes sampling and beat-making incredibly fun and accessible. Imagine turning everyday sounds into killer tracks – that's the power of Koala! 🎤🎶
Record Anything, Anywhere 🌍 Capture sounds with your phone's microphone or load your own sound files. Koala's intuitive interface lets you create beats in a flash. No complicated menus, no endless tweaking – just pure, unadulterated music creation. Plus, with the ability to resample the app's output back into the input, you can create endless sonic possibilities! 🔄🔊
Unleash Your Creativity 🎨 Koala's design focuses on keeping you in the flow, so you won't get bogged down by technical details. It’s all about instant gratification and having fun while making music. As Flying Lotus said, it's an 'undeniably great tool' that puts some expensive beat boxes to shame! 🏆
Key Features That Pack a Punch 🚀
- Record & Transform: Capture up to 64 samples and use 16 built-in effects to twist and bend your sounds.
- Resample Magic: Resample the app's output back into a new sample for limitless sonic textures.
- Export Quality: Export your loops or entire tracks as professional-quality WAV files.
- Sequence Like a Pro: Create beats with the high-resolution sequencer, and easily copy, paste, or merge sequences.
- Import Your Sounds: Bring in your own samples and make them part of your unique sound.
- AI-Powered Separation: Use AI to separate samples into individual instruments like drums, bass, and vocals.
- Keyboard Mode: Play chromatically or choose from 9 scales to create melodies.
- Get the Groove: Quantize and add swing to get the perfect feel.
- Playback Options: Use Normal, One-shot, Loop, or Reverse playback for your samples.
- Tweak to Perfection: Adjust attack, release, and tone on each sample.
- Mix It Up: Mute/Solo controls for precise mixing.
- Note Repeat: Add rhythmic flair with note repeat.
- Global Effects: Add any of the 16 DJ mix effects to the entire mix.
- MIDI Control: Play your samples on a keyboard for a hands-on experience.
DJ Mix FX Galore 🎛️ From Bit-crusher to Pitch-shift, Reverb to Stutter, Koala has a wide range of DJ mix effects to spice up your tracks. Experiment with Comb filter, Ring modulator, Resonant High/Low Pass Filters, and more to create unique soundscapes. The Tempo Delay, Talkbox, and VibroFlange will add that extra flair to your mix! ✨
SAMURAI In-App Purchase ⚔️ For the ultimate Koala experience, the SAMURAI In-App Purchase unlocks pro-quality Timestretch, a Piano roll editor, Auto-chop, and Pocket operator sync out. Take your beat-making to the next level! 🚀
Microphone Troubles? 🎤 If you're having microphone input issues, simply turn off 'OpenSL' in Koala's audio settings. Problem solved! ✅
Koala Sampler is more than just an app; it's a musical playground that fits in your pocket. Download it today and start creating your next masterpiece! 🎵🎉
Features
Record up to 64 samples with your mic
Transform sounds with 16 built-in fx
Resample output back into a new sample
Export loops/tracks as WAV files
Copy/paste sequences by dragging
Create beats with high-resolution sequencer
Import your own samples easily
AI separates samples into individual instruments
Keyboard mode with chromatic/scale options
Quantize and add swing for the right feel
Adjust attack, release, and tone per sample
Mute/Solo controls for mixing
Note repeat for creative patterns
Add effects to the entire mix
Pros
Instant music creation with intuitive interface
Endless sonic possibilities with resampling feature
Focus on flow and fun, not micro-editing
MIDI controllable for playing samples on a keyboard
Cons
Microphone input issues may require audio setting adjustments
Advanced features locked behind SAMURAI In-App Purchase