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Air Pipes - Bagpipes for iPhone

Air Pipes - Bagpipes for iPhone

by Tim Ross

9 ratings
212 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 9, 2012
  • April 23, 2017

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Tim Ross
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About

Experience the authentic sound of bagpipes on your iPhone. Learn to play classic tunes by blowing into your device's microphone or using the hold button. Compete with others and customize your sound with various effects and instruments.

✓Authentic Scottish bagpipe sound
✓Microphone input for blowing
✓Learn classic bagpipe tunes
✓Timing and accuracy scoring
✓Game Center competition
✓Customizable instrument packs
✓Adjustable drone and chanter volume
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Air Pipes. Based on 9 reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Music app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Great sound quality
  • 👍Fun and entertaining
  • 👍Easy to use
  • 👍Realistic bagpipe simulation
  • 👍Customizable backgrounds

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional crashes or sound issues
  • 💡Desire for more songs/tunes
  • 💡Difficulty controlling the 'blowing' mechanism
  • 💡Lack of advanced features for serious learners
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What's New in Air Pipes

1.7.2

April 23, 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Added support for iOS 10. Please note: if you have previously purchased a tune, you may need to restore your purchase after installing this update. To restore your purchase for free, select "Restore purchases" at the bottom of the Select Tune screen.

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In-App Purchases

$0.99

Flower of Scotland

Learn to play Flower of Scotland on Air Pipes.

User reviews

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This is why you should get this app I love it!

I love this app I could play this for ever if I want to I like how you can choose from the great highland bagpipes to the Scottish smallpipes it railly sounds like I am playing bagpipes thank you for this amazing app I hope that this app will still be fantastic for years to come!
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I love this app!

I could play this for hours. Props to the developer.
blink2xblink2x

Stirs the blood ❣️❣️

Love the sound of the pipes...and my neighbours love it that I can play in our apt. building without anyone complaining.
LighthousebratLighthousebrat

How do I change the key?!!'

I'm stuck on a film shoot with massive air conditioning hum which is in the key of F. Bought the pipes to jam with the offending noise and canny change the feckin' key!
El FanglorEl Fanglor

Good app

Very good app. A bit of an explanation of how to use the app and how
It relates to actual pipes would be greatly appreciated
TrgozTrgoz
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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Crashes or sound cutouts on some devices

Bug

Issues with autoblow/microphone functionality

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Requested Features

4 requests

More song options and ability to add custom tunes

Feature

Ability to change key or pitch

Feature

Improved finger positioning guidance

Feature

Integration with real-world bagpipe learning

Feature

FAQ

What is Air Pipes?

Air Pipes is a mobile application that allows users to simulate playing the bagpipes on their iPhone. It features authentic Scottish bagpipe sounds and provides features to help users learn to play classic tunes.

How do I play the bagpipes in the app?

You can play the bagpipes by blowing into your iPhone's microphone to supply air, or by using the 'hold' button to maintain a constant air level. The app also includes an AutoBlow function for devices without microphones or for convenience.

Is Air Pipes free to use?

The app is free to download and use, with some copyrighted tunes available for purchase within the app. Public domain tunes are provided free of charge.

What bagpipe tunes can I learn?

The app offers a selection of classic bagpipe tunes, including 'Amazing Grace', 'Auld Lang Syne', 'Scotland the Brave', and more. Additional tunes may be available for purchase.

Can I compete with other players?

Yes, you can test your skills and compete with other users through Game Center integration. The app also provides timing and accuracy scores to help you improve your playing.