# Beef — AUv3 Distortion Multi Effect

> AUv3 multi-effect audio plugin for creating powerful and beefy sounds. (iPhone/iPad app by Caelum Audio.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beef/id1559567363 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Caelum Audio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463219587)
- Category: Music
- Price: $7.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 22 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 80 MB
- Released: 2021-04-30
- Data updated: 2026-09-08
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beef/id1559567363/reviews.md

## What is Beef?

Beef is a multi-effect audio plugin with a sole purpose, to make your tracks sound BEEFY. It brings all the effects you need to create powerful sounds into one efficient and easy to use window.

Beef was originally built to focus on creating the fattest basses and drums as possible. If you’re tired of folder-diving through 808 samples and want to sculpt your own hard-hitting basses with ease, then look no further. Beyond its original aim, Beef will make anything sound massive, even the most feeble audio. From guitars to vocals and from synths to foley, flex your proverbial biceps and BEEF THEM UP.

Tweaking parameters not your thing? You just want a great and immediate sound? Enjoy beef’s built-in ‘Preset Mode’ which removes everything except the mix control for ease of trying presets. When in this mode, the mix control will not change so that you can find and compare your perfect sound from our selection of 124 presets. 

85 of these are artist presets from some of our favourite content creators and friends; Ali Ahmet, Ave Mcree, Gavinski’s Tutorials, Jamie Mallender, Nu-Trix The Synth Guy, The GarageBand Guide, The REAPER blog & Venus Theory.

Beef is designed as an AUv3 plugin, meaning it works within iOS and iPadOS hosts such as GarageBand, Cubasis 3, AUM and Beatmaker 3.

## Key features

- Multi-effect audio processing
- Create powerful bass and drum sounds
- Enhance any audio source
- User-friendly interface
- Preset Mode for quick sound selection
- 124 built-in presets
- Artist presets from content creators

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beef/id1559567363/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Beware

*2023-09-01*

Almost blew my ears out with one of the presets. This thing can be useful but be careful.

### 5/5 — Excellent customer support

*2022-06-13*

Only been using this a little, seems pretty excellent my main reason for the review is to praise the excellent and rapid response from the developer to a loading/crashing issue, from my initial email to issue being resolved? Under 48hrs ! Tremendous

### 2/5 — Sounds terrible

*2022-03-06*

Really weird low quality distortion. Sounds like just a shaper curve and that’s about it. It took the life out of my synth sounds. Just about any other distortion apps is better. And notice I’m saying “distortion”, because that’s primarily what this plugin does.

### 5/5 — A real surprise

*2022-02-03*

I admit when bought this I didnt have any real expectations but this thing is seriously usable for a lot of different situations.  Available sounds run from general thickening to full on blasting distortion, yet always keeping the necessary good harmonics to sound warm to my ears.  In my opinion this app is well worth it.

### 1/5 — App doesn’t open up for me

*2022-01-21*

The app doesn’t open at this point in time

**Developer response:** Sorry about this, this is now fixed in the latest update.

### 5/5 — SIK Plug

*2021-10-17*

Love it. Works for DnB!

### 5/5 — Once you beef you can’t go back to vegan

*2021-05-22*

It’s what’s for dinner but the cliches because it’s true. You need this

### 5/5 — Instantly indispensable!

*2021-05-06*

Loaded a preset and was distorted/blasted out of my chair! But y’no what? Everything you need to bring things under control are right there! Brought life to some of my older recordings. Indispensable tool! Good work folks!

### 5/5 — 🍖

*2021-05-03*

Where’s the beef?

## Frequently asked questions about Beef

### What is Beef?

Beef is an AUv3 multi-effect audio plugin designed to make your tracks sound "beefy." It's particularly effective for creating powerful bass and drum sounds but can enhance any audio source.

### How much does Beef cost?

Beef is a paid application, priced at $7.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with this plugin.

### Does Beef have ads?

No, Beef does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for users.

### What devices is Beef compatible with?

Beef is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It is designed to work within AUv3 hosts like GarageBand, Cubasis 3, AUM, and Beatmaker 3.

### How often is Beef updated?

The latest version of Beef is 1.1.0, released on September 13, 2022. Updates typically focus on improving functionality and compatibility.

### What is the age rating for Beef?

Beef has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for users of all ages. The content is generally appropriate for a wide audience.

### Can I try presets easily with Beef?

Yes, Beef features a 'Preset Mode' that simplifies preset selection. This mode hides most controls, leaving only the mix control visible, allowing for quick comparison of its 124 presets.

### Are there presets from famous artists?

Beef includes 85 artist presets created by well-known content creators and friends in the music production community, offering diverse sound options.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2022-09-13

- Choose where the EQ should be - before saturation, after saturation or both
- Turn saturation on and off

### 1.0.2 — 2022-05-23

Fixed an issue with a crash on load.

### 1.0.1 — 2021-04-30

- Rate division up to 256x
- Fixed preset saving state
- Presets now have an asterisk when altered

### 1.0 — 2021-04-30

No release notes.

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