# BK Partner

> iPad app to control Roland BK-series instrument sounds and accompaniments. (iPhone/iPad app by Roland Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bk-partner/id591061937 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Roland Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/387333694)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 23 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.1 · 28 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-01-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bk-partner/id591061937/reviews.md

## What is BK Partner?

This software application for iPad let you browse, select, and control the sounds ("Tones") and musical accompaniments ("Rhythms") of your Roland BK-series instrument.
When using BK Partner you can:
- Play your BK-series instrument while using your iPad as a duplication of its front control panel. This provides fast visual access to the BK's main functions, Tones, and Rhythms.
Work with Core MIDI or Roland Wireless Connection (if supported by BK Instrument)
*Note: The BK Partner can only display English texts.

## Key features

- Browse and select instrument tones
- Control musical accompaniments
- Duplicate instrument's front control panel on iPad
- Fast visual access to main functions
- Support for Core MIDI
- Support for Roland Wireless Connection

## Recent user reviews (10 of 23)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bk-partner/id591061937/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Die App tut immer noch das, was sie soll

*2026-01-02, version 1.02*

Ich habe ein Roland bk-7m-Soundmodul. Dieses, bereits 2011 erschienene Soundmodul ist in Bezug auf Preis und Leistung auf dem Markt immer noch konkurrenzlos. Durch die BK-Partner-App lässt es sich hervorragend mit einem iPad steuern.
Viele Funktionen, die sonst nur umständlich am Gerät selber durchgeführt werden könnten, lassen sich über die App steuern. Gerade bei dem kleinen Display des bk-7m ist das ein Segen. Instrumente und Rythmen lassen sich kinderleicht und schnell einstellen, was ohne die App deutlich anstrengender ist. Man kann natürlich kritisieren, dass die App nicht auf weitere oder sogar alle Funktionen des Soundmoduls zugreifen kann. Aber das liegt vermutlich am Alter des Gerätes oder der App selber. Würde ein solches Gerät 2016 auf den Markt kommen, würde man vermutlich gleich an so ein Feature denken. In jedem Falle erleichtert die App auch in ihrer jetzigen Form die wichtigste Arbeit ungemein.
Die App funktionierte bei mir am 13.08.2016 unter iOS 9.3.4 problemlos. Auch hatte ich nie Probleme mit iOS 8, mit dem ich Anfang 2015 eingestiegen bin. Am 19.10.2016 gab es unter iOS 10.0.2 keinerlei Probleme. Am 08.01.2017 lief die App ebenfalls unter iOS 10.2. Am 02.01.2026 läuft die App immer noch problemlos unter iPadOS 26.2. Grandios, dass sich ein vor inzwischen 15 Jahren erschienenes Soundmodul immer noch mit einem aktuellen iPad bedienen lässt.

### 1/5 — BK 5

*2024-08-20, version 1.02*

Ios 15-höz lesz bk partner app

### 5/5 — Javaslat

*2023-11-17, version 1.02*

Jó az alkalmazás de az mp3 és midi szöveges alapokhoz tehetnének bele egy szöveg megjeleítö funkciót

### 5/5 — 會閃退

*2020-12-06, version 1.02*

只要下載設定好的list,就一定閃退,可以更新一下嗎

### 5/5 — Please rerelease Lyrics Viewer!

*2020-04-04, version 1.02*

Please, Roland... re-release Lyrics Viewer, the ONLY way to display embedded lyrics for the BK series. The old program still works fine on the current iOS. If you can still distribute the BK9 Editor for the discontinued BK-9, why not the Lyrics Viewer for ALL BK’s???

### 5/5 — Bk5

*2019-12-06, version 1.02*

Works great with the bk5

### 1/5 — Does not work with my BK 5

*2018-03-19, version 1.02*

Tells me my BK 5 is not compatible. Disappointed and will think twice before getting another Roland product.

### 1/5 — Not for BK-7m

*2017-03-03, version 1.02*

This app does not talk to the BK-7m. Which is a great shame, because the BK-7m has clunky, analogue-based controls.  It is also cumbersome to set up and slow to control when playing.  This app would have made using the BK7 somewhat easier.

### 5/5 — Firmware überprüfen Bk-7m

*2017-01-21, version 1.02*

Die App ging bei mir zuerst auch nicht........
Als ich aber die aktuelle Firmware des Bk 7m überprüfte stellte ich fest das ich nur die 1.05 hatte.
Damit es aber funktioniert muss man aber zwingend die 1.07 auf dem Bk-7m updaten - dann funktioniert es!
Ich denke einige die sich hier negativ äußersten sollten das erst einmal überprüfen!.....

### 1/5 — USB ritm

*2016-03-02, version 1.02*

USB styles do not display. Please update on this topic.

## Frequently asked questions about BK Partner

### What Roland BK-series instruments does BK Partner support?

BK Partner is designed to control the sounds and accompaniments of Roland BK-series instruments. The app allows users to browse, select, and manage these features directly from an iPad.

### Can I use BK Partner offline?

The description does not specify offline functionality. However, as it interfaces with a physical instrument, an active connection to the Roland BK-series instrument is likely required for operation.

### Does BK Partner have ads?

No, BK Partner does not contain advertisements. The application is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

### What devices is BK Partner compatible with?

BK Partner is exclusively available for iPad devices. It requires an iPad to function as a control interface for your Roland BK-series instrument.

### How often is BK Partner updated?

The latest version of BK Partner was released on January 13, 2015. The app has not received an update since then, indicating infrequent development.

### What is the age rating for BK Partner?

BK Partner has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for children and adults, with no mature content.

### What languages does BK Partner support?

BK Partner can only display English texts. Users should be aware that all interface elements and information will be presented in English.

### How does BK Partner compare to using the instrument's physical controls?

BK Partner offers the convenience of using your iPad as a duplication of your BK-series instrument's front control panel. This provides fast visual access to main functions, Tones, and Rhythms, potentially offering a more streamlined user experience.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.02 — 2015-01-13

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

Support for iOS 8

### 1.01 — 2013-05-06

Added compatibility with BK-9 v1.05
App keeps Performance list in background

### 1.00 — 2013-01-11

No release notes.

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