# BeatHawk — Music Production Studio > Portable music production studio for creating, recording, and mixing music. (iPhone/iPad app by UVI.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beathawk/id839563064 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [UVI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1108452322) - Category: Music, Entertainment - Price: $9.99 with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.30/5 from 395 App Store ratings · 247 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 9.3 · 981 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2015-01-22 - Data updated: 2026-09-03 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beathawk/id839563064/reviews.md ## What is BeatHawk? Portable Music Production Studio : create beats, compose whole tracks, sample, record, sequence, perform, mix and arrange your own music! » Packed with high-quality UVI sounds, instruments and effects » Use included UVI sounds, your own samples, or high-quality expansion packs » Use with other Apps that support Ableton Link. Audiobus, AudioCopy and AudioUnits » Export your mixes, stems, MIDI tracks or as Ableton Live project files » Share with your friends on YouTube or SoundCloud » Get your ideas out quickly, efficiently and sounding great no matter where you are! STUDIO GRADE » Designed to put professional quality UVI software into a lightweight and fun performance-oriented package » Delivers extreme sonic fidelity rivaling desktop products » Power, speed and flexibility make for ultimate ease-of-use » Ensures fast, intuitive and professional quality music production SOUNDS » Including 2 factory sound packs with 2,000+ samples, 290 presets and dozens of loops » Import your own sounds (support for MP3, WAV, AIF, FLAC, and M4A) » Record using built-in mic, line-in or external devices » Edit and tweak sounds with high-quality effects and ADSR envelopes » Integrated sound expansion store (Acoustic Grand, Atlanta Urban, Funk, Brass Riffs, Asia, World Percussions, Vintage Blues Guitar, Electric Organs, Electro Pop, and much more…) CONNECTIVITY » Ableton Link, Inter-App Audio, Audio Unit v3 Plugin, Audiobus and AudioCopy support » Transfer files via. iCloud, Google Drive, DropBox or OneDrive » Paste audio directly to pads with AudioCopy » External keyboard and MIDI-over-LAN support via CoreMIDI » Jam with multiple devices using WIST Sync over Bluetooth » Export stereo mix, stems, MIDI tracks or Ableton Live project file (file format: 44.1kHz 24-bit WAV) » Share your music on SoundCloud and YouTube FEATURES » 16 track sequencer with up to 16 patterns per part » Pad, keyboard and pattern performance modes » High-quality pitch and time stretching » Numerous scales playable in Pitch mode » Step Editor mode with Note and CC » Record using built-in mic, line-in or external devices » Edit and tweak sounds with high-quality effects and ADSR envelopes » Choke groups and One-Shot sample modes » Bind parameters to MIDI CC with MIDI Learn » Perform and record arrangements in realtime SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS » iOS 9.3+ » iPad 4 or newer » iPhone 5 or newer (iPhone 6 or newer recommended) » 1.7 GB of disk space www.beathawk.com ## Key features - Create beats and compose tracks - Sample, record, and sequence music - Mix and arrange your own music - High-quality UVI sounds and effects - Import your own samples - Export mixes, stems, and MIDI - Share on YouTube and SoundCloud ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: $9.99. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Acoustic Grand | $9.99 | one-time | | Choirs | $7.99 | one-time | | Atlanta Urban | $4.99 | one-time | | Funk | $4.99 | one-time | | Guitar Loops | $4.99 | one-time | | Trip Hop | $3.99 | one-time | | World Percussion | $1.99 | one-time | | Latin Percusion | $1.99 | one-time | | 808 | $1.99 | one-time | | Acoustic Drums | $4.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of BeatHawk? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Intuitive and easy to use - 🎨 High-quality sounds and sound packs - 💻 Works well as an AUv3 plugin - 🎶 Excellent for creating beats and music ideas - 🔥 Powerful and flexible **Cons** - 🐛 Crashes and stability issues, especially on older devices - 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find samples/packs - 💰 Sound packs are expensive - 🖼️ Interface could use better visual clarity and customization - 🔌 Bluetooth connectivity problems **Commonly reported bugs** - Repeat Quantize setting not working properly - Saving and loading projects can be unreliable - Compatibility issues with newer iOS devices - Latency and performance problems when used as an AUv3 **Most requested features** - Add more pad banks and sample editing capabilities - Improve file management and integration with cloud storage - Implement MIDI learn and more advanced MIDI functionality - Add built-in synth engine and more effects - Enhance song mode and multi-track capabilities ## Recent user reviews (10 of 247) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beathawk/id839563064/reviews.md ### 1/5 — 🪦 *2026-08-10* Cette app est morte (comme tellement d’autres ici…), passez votre chemin. Je n’ai plus accès à mes achats, le store a été désactivé et l’app n’a pas reçu d’évolution depuis des années. Je ne peux donc plus composer ou reprendre mes anciens projets. Merci Image-Line pour votre rachat d’UVI, ça fait plaisir de voir que vous respectez les utilisateurs de longue date qui croyaient en cette marque et leurs produits…😑 ### 5/5 — Great App!! Please keep it alive *2026-07-20, version 2.2.16* One of the pioneering iOS apps. The sounds in this app are amazing, I’ve purchased several expansions. I typically use it as an AUV3 and it also has a great standalone workflow. The app is still very stable for me, though it would be encouraging to see updates. I also noticed this app is no longer shown on your website. Please keep it alive!! ### 2/5 — 堀さん *2026-06-13* あまり良い所が見つかりません。AUで使用出来るくらい。音は古いし、課金パックを買わないと音源が少ない。データ量も無駄に大きい。テクノなどで使うには物足りないし、かといって生楽器が強いというわけでも無い。発売当時は高品質だったのかもしれないが、、、。 ### 2/5 — Breaking *2026-05-04, version 2.2.16* I liked it. Past tense. Now none of my purchases will download and I can’t buy anything at all. Neat app but it’s way too old at this point and breaking down. ### 2/5 — The worst user library file system ever *2026-01-31, version 2.2.16* This is truly a great app but......I loaded a pack from audio copy didn't think they would load all the sounds individually thought it would load them in folders nope. Now I got 200 files I need to move to a folder I create cool no biggie but then there's no drag and drop, no select all no nothing. So then I create new folders had to name them like audio copy (arrab muzik, trap, kicks...) figured all that out then I remembered oh I need to delete the 200 files from the first pack I downloaded bruh I have to double tap the file and delete each one individually lmmfnao really. I would be faster to uninstall the app then reinstall to delete all the unwanted files I uploaded. I hope I'm not doing right cause I like this app but the work flow sucks because of the file system. Sorry BM3 and Cubasis will do for now. ### 3/5 — punXNotdead *2026-01-26* Ey yo , wenn man zig Ideen hat….und wenig Kohle….ey BeatHawk is for nothing….aber für mich echt voll geil !….BEATHAWK is Echt cool . Doch wo…Audio Unit ? Und wo die fetten Effekte ? Aber yo die App is voll cool ! ### 3/5 — Sons de qualité MAIS… *2025-12-07* Très bien si on utilise les Banks sons UVI mais une véritable galère pour importer ses samples et se créer des kits rythmiques. Pas intuitif du tout… des gros progrès à faire pour améliorer l’importation de samples. Galéré aussi quand on change d’iPad pour récupérer ses samples ### 5/5 — Still Awesome *2025-12-05, version 2.2.16* In the last few months I have bought and used many music creation apps. For some reason I only recently found this old but excellent app. It has quickly become one of my top tools alongside Koala, Korg Gadgets, and GrooveRider. Excellent sound and very good IAPs. My only complaint would be the colors and text size makes it hard on my eyes. I wish that could be adjusted by the user. ### 3/5 — Lacks single note guitars *2025-11-08, version 2.2.16* We need fully playable single note guitars, as well as banjo/mandolin ### 1/5 — Needs To Be Updated *2025-09-07* This app needs an update not only in sample packs but the entire UI needs a more modern design. The current colors clash and the keyboard design is horrible. The app has potential but its age is definitely showing. STOP BEING LAZY AND UPDATE YOUR THIS APP UVI!!!! ## Frequently asked questions about BeatHawk ### What can I do with this music production app? This app functions as a portable music production studio. You can create beats, compose entire tracks, sample sounds, record audio, sequence musical ideas, perform, mix, and arrange your own music. It provides tools for professional-quality music production directly on your mobile device. ### What kind of sounds and instruments are included? The app is packed with high-quality UVI sounds, instruments, and effects. It includes two factory sound packs with over 2,000 samples, 290 presets, and dozens of loops. You can also import your own sounds in various formats like MP3, WAV, AIF, FLAC, and M4A. ### How can I export or share my music? You can export your mixes as stereo mixes, stems, or MIDI tracks. It also supports exporting as Ableton Live project files. For sharing, you can directly upload your creations to platforms like YouTube or SoundCloud. ### What are the system requirements for this app? The app requires iOS 9.3 or later. It is compatible with iPad 4 or newer, and iPhone 5 or newer (iPhone 6 or newer is recommended). You will also need approximately 1.7 GB of disk space to install and use the app. ### Can I use this app with other music software? Yes, the app supports integration with other music applications. It is compatible with Ableton Link, Inter-App Audio, Audio Unit v3 Plugin, Audiobus, and AudioCopy. This allows for seamless collaboration and workflow with other iOS music apps. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.2.16 — 2022-09-01 - Security improvements - Up to date dependencies - Marked 3D touch as deprecated - Disabled WIST (deprecated) ### 2.2.15 — 2021-12-16 - fixed menus that would not open on latest iPhones ### 2.2.14 — 2021-12-03 - Fixed unreadable fonts in the browser - Stability improvements on iOs 15 ### 2.2.13 — 2021-06-08 - Fixed browser UI glitches - When "Send Onmi On Pads" is enabled, also send CCs to all channels - Stability improvement & crash fixs ### 2.2.12 — 2021-03-04 - Fix: Can use two fingers tap selection in the browser again - Fix: MIDI Inputs/Outputs virtual devices are now visible to other apps - Fix: Audiobus communication - Fix: Sends MIDI CC to proper channel when "Send to Selected Pad" is disabled - Fix: 3D Touch is working again - Fix: Pentatonic scales ## Apps similar to BeatHawk | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Groovebox - Beat Synth Studio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groovebox-beat-synth-studio/id1242847278) | 4.7 (4,735) | Free | Music | | [Tize: Music & Beat Maker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tize-music-and-beat-maker/id1130726632) | 4.5 (16,054) | Free | Music | | [Launchpad - Music & Beat Maker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launchpad-music-and-beat-maker/id584362474) | 4.8 (34,772) | Free | Music | | [Drum Pads 24 Beat Maker Music](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-pads-24-beat-maker-music/id667945907) | 4.7 (12,402) | Free | Music | | [Cubasis 3 - DAW & Music Studio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cubasis-3-daw-and-music-studio/id1207839273) | 4.6 (3,456) | $29.99 | Music | | [Drum Pad Machine - Beat Maker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-pad-machine-beat-maker/id1057968965) | 4.6 (674,050) | Free | Music | ## More apps by UVI - [Ravenscroft 275 Piano](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ravenscroft-275-piano/id966586407) - [Sparkverb](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sparkverb/id1552213061) All apps by UVI: https://appshunter.io/developer/1108452322 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-03.*