# Arturia iSpark

> All-inclusive beat-making app with extensive sound design and sequencing capabilities. (iPhone/iPad app by Arturia.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arturia-ispark/id1045383182 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Arturia](https://appshunter.io/developer/549089551)
- Category: Music
- Price: $19.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.93/5 from 60 App Store ratings · 157 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 396 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-02-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-05
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arturia-ispark/id1045383182/reviews.md

## What is Arturia iSpark?

iSpark is an all-inclusive beat-making solution allowing to create rich tracks from A to Z while experiencing an unequaled workflow. It includes a large variety of drum kits and individual instruments based on the most renowned drum machines and top-notch sound design.
It is the result of a simple recipe, care for rhythm, innovation and uncompromising ergonomics combined with the personality of the greatest drum machines.

What you can do with iSpark:
iSpark allows you to play drum patterns in-real time and to tweak your sound on-the-fly. Its optimized and performance-oriented layout gives you a direct access to an extended range of sonic parameters.
It also integrates a powerful and flexible 64-step sequencer enhancing your creative freedom and effectiveness.

iSpark unites our multi-rewarded TAE® technology coupled with a modular engine and crystal-clear multi-layered samples. Beyond drum and percussive sounds, iSpark blasts the frontiers of beat-making through a range of singular sonic effects, warm analog synth textures and melodic elements.

Details:
Main screen
The main screen is all about performance. Its layout, inspired by our SparkLE controller, gives you immediate access to a comprehensive set of fundamental controls and parameters. Its lower part allows you to play and record your drum patterns in real-time, step by step, to jump between your patterns and to set their length.

Mixer
In the mixer, you can adjust the volume and panorama of your instruments, set two individual effects for each of them, and modify the sending levels to the return effects. The VU meters help you to balance effectively your instruments.

Studio
The Studio is the iSpark laboratory of sound. This is where you will customize your kits and all the instruments that compose it. For each instrument, you can choose the samples that are used and adjust a comprehensive list of parameters.

Sequencer
In the sequencer screen, all the steps of your different instruments are right in front of you. You can thus create your sequences in a flash. Besides, the automation tool allows you drawing modulation curves with a simple glide of your fingertip.

Song
The Song mode gives you the possibility to chain your pattern in order to create a whole performance. Organizing your song is as easy as a drag-and-drop. Switch to “Perform” and discover two large XY modulation touchpads that will bring your songs to life.


Connectivity:
iSpark offers a total and seamless compatibility with the existing Spark environment. Maintain continuously your creative flow by transferring in a heartbeat your projects, patterns, your kits and individual instruments between Spark 2 and iSpark.
Connect the dedicated SparkLE controller to iSpark and associate the flexibility of an app-based instrument to the effectiveness and comfort of hardware.
The compatibility with AudioBus and Inter-App Audio offers a smooth integration of iSpark in you iPad-based setup.
With iSpark, your mobile setup found its beat-making solution.


Main features:
Pristine quality sound engines including: TAE® analog synthesis, physical modeling, and multi-layered samples provided by our top-tier development partners
· 640 Instruments / 40 kits
   - Classic drum machines
   - Electronic kits
   - Acoustic kits
· Shuffle and shift modes to humanize grooves
· Choke groups to mute instruments naturally
· Song mode with 16 segments
· Song segment triggering from hardware
· Performance master effects: repeat, tape, reverse, strobe, pan, mix, bit crusher, 8-mode filter and Roller
· 16-track mixer with high-quality effects: multiband compressor, bit crusher, multiband EQ, chorus, delay, reverb, distortion, phaser, plate reverb, destroyer, flanger, space pan, limiter, sub generator
· Real-time automation on all parameters
· Compatible with SparkLE controller
· Ableton Link integration
· Possibility to share projects, kits and instruments between iSpark and the desktop version of Spark 2.

## Key features

- Real-time pattern playing and tweaking
- 64-step flexible sequencer
- Modular engine with TAE® technology
- Extensive sound customization
- Song mode for chaining patterns
- XY modulation touchpads
- Compatibility with Spark environment

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $19.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Techno Fragment | $3.99 | one-time |
| Noise Fragment | $3.99 | one-time |
| EDM Fragment | $3.99 | one-time |
| HipHop Fragment | $3.99 | one-time |
| EDM Fragment 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Hip Hop Fragment 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Techno Fragment | $3.99 | one-time |
| Hip Hop Fragment 4 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Raw House Fragment 1 | $3.99 | one-time |
| iSpark ALMA Fragment | Free | one-time |
| Hip Hop Fragment 3 | $3.99 | one-time |
| EDM Fragment 3 | $3.99 | one-time |
| EDM Fragment 4 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Noise Fragment 3 | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 157)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arturia-ispark/id1045383182/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Bugs!

*2026-03-20, version 1.0.2*

Hi there!

Now this app is full of bugs on section to save, import, browse, etc., it seems the SparkLE will become useless!😥😥

Arturia, will there be no more app updates? How can i access such essential functions?

### 3/5 — Pattern Bug

*2026-01-27, version 1.0.2*

the App is great but i think there is a bug by edit patterns. why is not possible to copy A1 to B1 or something like that? copying patterns is possible only in the same bank? and when i try to edit a pattern in bank B the changings doenst effect. after one circle the old notes are coming back to actual state.

### 2/5 — Nice but Abandoned by developers

*2025-05-15, version 1.0.2*

Don’t bother won’t even start now iOS 17. It’s a shame. It’s a really good app. Developers let it go. Even free it’s a disservice to users,

### 1/5 — Letzte Update vor 8 Jahren

*2025-04-25, version 1.0.2*

… war über lange Zeit, meine Lieblings-Drummachine!
Vom Konzept und den Möglichkeiten her, wirklich unschlagbar!
Leider, schon lange mangels Produktpflege unbrauchbar.

### 3/5 — Inconcevable

*2024-11-02, version 1.0.2*

J’ai beaucoup de produits Arturia dont je suis satisfait mais là je ne comprends pas qu’il soit impossible d’envoyer le son en Bluetooth vers ma table de mixage à l’instar de ce que fait GarageBand pour exemple. C’est inadmissible de se contenter des hauts parleurs de mon iPad

### 2/5 — Nice but Abandoned by developers

*2024-10-18, version 1.0.2*

Don’t bother won’t even start now iOS 17. It’s a shame. It’s a really good app. Developers let it go.

### 1/5 — disappointing

*2024-05-22, version 1.0.2*

No au support!(((

### 4/5 — Please UPDATE!

*2024-05-08, version 1.0.2*

Please

### 1/5 — My person experience a crash…. AUM

*2023-09-21, version 1.0.2*

How I get down. I thought AUM was working with Arturia apps and hardware

### 3/5 — Bluetooth issue on iPad

*2023-05-30, version 1.0.2*

Since I bought this app I’ve never been able to play it via Bluetooth, they say it’s a bug but will it be fixed??? Otherwise a great app!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Arturia iSpark

### What is iSpark?

iSpark is a comprehensive beat-making application designed to allow users to create complete music tracks from start to finish. It offers a wide array of drum kits, individual instruments, and sound design capabilities, coupled with a powerful sequencer and song arrangement features.

### What are the key features of iSpark?

Key features include real-time drum pattern playing and on-the-fly sound tweaking, a flexible 64-step sequencer with automation tools, a modular engine utilizing TAE® technology for unique sonic textures, and a song mode for arranging patterns into full performances. It also offers XY modulation touchpads for dynamic expression.

### How much does iSpark cost?

The application is available for free, but it includes in-app purchases, suggesting that additional content or features may be available for purchase within the app.

### What devices is iSpark compatible with?

iSpark offers seamless compatibility with the existing Spark environment, allowing for project, pattern, and kit transfers. It also supports AudioBus and Inter-App Audio for integration into iPad-based music setups, and can connect with the SparkLE controller for a hardware-software hybrid experience.

### Who is iSpark designed for?

This app is ideal for musicians, producers, and aspiring beatmakers who want a powerful and versatile tool for creating music on their mobile devices. Its extensive features cater to both beginners looking to experiment and experienced users seeking a portable production solution.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2016-07-21

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- New feature: Tap and hold on "Effect" buttons on main screen to change effects
- Expansion Store layout fixes

### 1.0.1 — 2016-02-19

- Fixing audio glitches when Ableton Link is enabled

### 1.0 — 2016-02-18

No release notes.

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