# 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker — Sample mangling & Sequencer

> 7-channel sample sequencer with synth, modulation, and loop creation features. (iPhone/iPad app by Rob Wilmot.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/7xwave-sample-synth-loop-maker/id1500808329 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rob Wilmot](https://appshunter.io/developer/520672432)
- Category: Music, Productivity
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 49 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-08-28
- Data updated: 2026-09-04
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/7xwave-sample-synth-loop-maker/id1500808329/reviews.md

## What is 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker?

7XWAVE - a 7 channel sample sequencer with synth features & animatable modulation features for sample mangling.
So many sound manipulation possibilities can be had with this whether it's a funky electro backing track or crazy granular glitch effects. Choose a sample, tweak the sound using envelopes & filters then create your beats and bleeps.
Add effects to each sound, pan, level, sample start, length pitch & filter.
Mash up loops and sequences with trimming and shuffling.
Each step can have a start stop or end stop , shuffle up your samples or turn them into wave cycles like a synth, then animate the start position. 
Lots of glitch or time stretch effects!
Lock parameter dials to a step or record dial movements in real time.
All sequences can be set up to 1-64 steps.
Export recorded loops or route audio into Audiobus or AUM etc keeping in sync with other apps using MIDI or Ableton Link.


Sequencer Specifications & synth features:
Animate or manually set levels for every track dial.
Each program has swing/groove,
independent sequence lengths from 1-64 plus offsets,
Randomiser with 0-100%  chance of a step in realtime,
Accent levels on tracks for how much the accent affects pitch, frequency & volume dynamics.
Notes are easily created on current bar. Double tap = accented dynamics. Hold down for copy, paste & clear.
Fill 64 steps expands current sequence to 64 steps repeating to fill.
Random generations of notes..
Hi, low or band pass filters, resonance, filter env & decay like in most synthesisers.
Also Hi split adds parallel hi pass.
Sample start, length & loop point, loop on/off, ping ping & reverse.
Edit samples small enough to waves to use as a synth "oscillator".
Loop level allows you to play loop back to point in Sample or at the very end for for tight looping and glitch repeat effects, granular fx and sample mangling.
Slice/divide the sample start point to the track sequence length.
You can then re-shuffle steps for glitch effect,Adjust pitch, volume attack & release or gated volume. Adjust pitch or set it automatically to fit the sequence and BPM (good for importing loops to match).
Distortion, Delay (snaps to nearest time sync), reverb and compression effects.
Each sequence has one LFO with adjustable speed and can modulate sample start/length , filter and pitch. 
LFO can also gate triggered for an Envelope effect.
Built in keyboard for playing your samples using keys or selecting the random notes for random generation in step edit.
Mixer console view so you can adjust pan, bass and levels.
Import samples from other apps documents folders, Audioshare or copy/paste.
Export you trimmed sample to this app document folder and export your recorder loops.
Record what you are playing to export to another app or computer for composing yous loops.
Play in sync your sampled loop with your current program.
Route the audio output into other apps like Garage band, Audiobus or AUM  with other apps. 
Ableton Link / MIDI syncs to sequencer.
This is not an external audio input sampler but it can resample and those samples can be used as sound sources for synthesising.
Manual:
http://beatsnbobs.com/manuals/7xwave-manual.html

Included is a help function.
Any problems or ideas please let me know.
Cheers
Rob

## Key features

- 7-channel sample sequencer
- Animatable modulation
- Sample mangling and glitch effects
- Real-time parameter recording
- Independent sequence lengths
- Built-in effects (distortion, reverb, delay)
- MIDI and Ableton Link sync

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/7xwave-sample-synth-loop-maker/id1500808329/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Cool bro.

*2024-02-03*

Fun and easy.

### 5/5 — Very unique and fun

*2021-09-24*

If someone were to be very picky and compare this to something like the samplers in Drambo or koala or korg gadget, they could but it would miss the interesting aspects of this odd little app. 

I have a Volca sample and put it to crazy levels of sound design use (highly underrated device in my opinion, but the saving limitations are the flaw). I can’t say this is by any means a perfect replica of it, but there’s a lot this offers. P locks, the sample start and end points, looping and more. For a couple bucks, this is a lot of fun. For me, no sampler is my final sampler, be it software or hardware or whatever, but I find this another fun and different approach. A different approach is a very important thing. 

Sampler addicts will enjoy it

### 1/5 — warning, This is just a toy!!!

*2021-02-08*

Would not let me select my midi in port, does not work with AUM, has delay even at 512, gate does not work and bye bye $5.00 bucks!!!

**Developer response:** Hi. Latency goes up with higher buffer so you should try lower one. (This could also stop gate working and mess up working with other apps If the have different buffer settings. Try setting them all the same at 256). This is tested with AUM and Audiobus so if there is something not working, it would be helpful to let me know. There is a supplied contact form you could use to let me know or any issues you have so I could advise you or see about making changes, fixes etc instead of me finding out as a review. All these things could be addressed if you just let me know. Sorry you feel this angry about this (1 star). Maybe you could contact me and discuss the issue?  I always fix them if I know about them. Cheers.

### 3/5 — Updates needed

*2020-10-28*

would love added:

the feature to select each step individually to set their modulation/_____ values individually 
(it feels more intuitive to select each step for their “value of parameter” (while said paramter is selected belonging to the specific sample its dealing w/)

The “# of bars” selection to b on the same page as the sequencer page

a manual panic button if cpu gets overloaded

**Developer response:** Hi. Thanks for rating and feedback.
You can move to step with arrow keys while sequencer not playing and set values that way on specific steps.
Did you mean number of steps as the buttons for bars are for viewing a different bar?
Perhaps email me using contact link in app so I can understand what you mean.
If cpu gets overloads, you can mute tracks and that disables any processing per track which might help. Btw. Too many LFO- Sample start/length can be quite cpu intensive.
Hope that helps and feel free to email me.
Thanks
Rob

### 4/5 — Super sample mangler - but not AU

*2020-10-25*

I’ve been looking for something like this for ages for my soundscaping experiments. I love everything about this Volca-esque sample player. It is dead simple to import sounds from AudioShare, repitch them, slice them, hack their start points, apply a filter or FX or two, hit the randomiser, and generate loops agogo, Ableton link syncable, or exportable as wavs. It would be five stars if it was AU, but a heck of a lot of fun at a bargain price as is.

**Developer response:** Thank you and super glad you are enjoying this as much I do. It’s always good to hear from people who are enjoying exactly what you said.
Yeah AU is on my to do. Might a few other things are first. It’s possible in future.
Thanks again.

### 3/5 — Très  cool🎶✨😎❤️

*2020-09-29*

Continuez c’est du bon …

**Developer response:** Thank you.
Much appreciated.

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2020-09-21*

This is a fantastic sample app and really good value. Every time I have a play with this I create really interesting looped patterns that i then export to build up elsewhere. Im also playing this on phone when travelling and when I get back I then export sampled loops to ableton as different layers. With 7 tracks it’s enough to build up a decent composition using the animated synth effects. I mean every time, I make something unique or crazy. Mine is electro and breaks. Developer is always there to ask questions. Well done!

**Developer response:** Thank you for your review. It makes all the hard work worth it.

Enjoy the app!
Rob

## Frequently asked questions about 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker

### What is 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker?

7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker is a 7-channel sample sequencer that allows users to manipulate samples, create beats, and generate complex soundscapes with synth features and animatable modulation. It offers extensive control over sound parameters and effects.

### What devices does 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker support?

7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to run on iOS devices.

### How much does 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker cost?

7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker is a paid application, priced at $2.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with its use.

### Does 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker have ads?

No, 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for its users.

### What is the update frequency for 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker?

The latest version, 2.1, was released on May 30, 2025. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, the app is actively maintained, with recent updates indicating ongoing development.

### What kind of sound manipulation can I do with 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker?

You can perform extensive sample mangling with features like envelopes, filters, trimming, shuffling, and granular effects. You can also animate start positions and apply time-stretch effects for glitchy or unique sounds.

### Can 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker sync with other music apps?

Yes, 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker supports synchronization with other applications via MIDI and Ableton Link. It can also route audio output to apps like GarageBand, Audiobus, and AUM.

### What is the age rating for 7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker?

7XWAVE Sample Synth Loop Maker has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals, due to its non-explicit content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1 — 2025-05-30

Improved UI mainly for iPhone 
Updated icon to be in keeping with other apps in this range

### 2.0 — 2025-05-28

Updated core code and bug fixes and a crash caused by recording loop then playing 
Better loop length and Audiobus connections (open  the app first)
Enabled multiple Audio Pastes, they now increment file name in documents
Fixed Auto Pitch

### 1.6 — 2020-11-17

Updated network permissions for Audiobus  + IOS 14 big fixes.

### 1.5 — 2020-10-23

Minor fixes
Minimum IOS 12

### 1.4 — 2020-10-19

Updated Audiobus version to 3.12
Updated some other code code

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