# B.L.A.C.K.

> Interactive music player for isolating and mixing song tracks. (iPhone/iPad app by Ron Jarzombek.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/black/id1456008916 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ron Jarzombek](https://appshunter.io/developer/568093008)
- Category: Music, Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.75/5 from 4 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 684 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-03-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/black/id1456008916/reviews.md

## What is B.L.A.C.K.?

Music composed and performed by Ron Jarzombek
Graphics by Ron Jarzombek
IDE programming by Ron Jarzombek and Gurpreet Singh Matharoo

Produced, mixed and engineered by Ron Jarzombek
Midi programming by Ron Jarzombek  

Also available:
'BLACK - Eye', 'BLACK - Cat', 'BLACK - Widow' and 'BLACK - Tar' from various downloading/streaming outlets.

Ron Jarzombek - 
-  lead guitarist and composer of Blotted Science, Spastic Ink and WatchTower, as featured on the CDs…
‘Blotted Science – The Animation Of Entomology’, 
‘Blotted Science – The Machinations Of Dementia’, 
‘Spastic Ink – Ink Complete’, 
‘Spastic Ink – Ink Compatible’, 
‘Ron Jarzombek – Solitarily Speaking Of Theoretical Confinement’
'Ron Jarzombek - PHHHP Plus!'
‘WatchTower – Control And Resistance’, 
'WatchTower - Math Concepts: Book One'

Other apps:
'Play The Name'
'Razor Blade Babies' a.k.a. 'Rabies'

…having also recorded/performed live with Chris Adler (Lamb Of God), Marty Friedman (Megadeth), Alex Webster (Cannibal Corpse), Jeff Loomis (Nevermore), Jens Johansson (Yngwie Malmsteen), Protest The Hero, Obscura, and Gordian Knot.

- featured in Joel McIver's '100 Top Metal Guitarists' book (#32) 

‘Beyond Life And Cosmic Kinetics' appears via the App 6 track audio player designed by Ron Jarzombek

App 6 track operation 

- Multiple Play buttons let you start from selected points in the song

- Highlighted instruments indicate when tracks are active

- Each track contains two "speaker" buttons which let you select which instrument you want to hear. You can hear each recorded part by itself or not at all.

- The "speaker" buttons also alternate between two different recorded parts or instruments, allowing you various combinations of tracks.

Possibilities and options...

- Solo each track to hear exactly what is being played.

- Create your own mix by choosing whatever tracks you want to hear.

- Turn down the lead tracks to compose your own leads and melodies to the original rhythm tracks.

- all notation and tab sheets for all tracks are avaiable at
http://www.ronjarzombek.com/AppTabs.html

- View video tutorial at www.ronjarzombek.com/Apps.html

## Key features

- Isolate individual instruments
- Create custom mixes
- Select speaker outputs for tracks
- Multiple play buttons
- Highlighted active instruments
- Access notation and tabs online


## Frequently asked questions about B.L.A.C.K.

### What is B.L.A.C.K.?

B.L.A.C.K. is a music application that allows users to interact with and mix individual tracks of a song. You can solo instruments, create custom mixes, and explore different audio combinations.

### How do I hear individual instruments in B.L.A.C.K.?

Each track in B.L.A.C.K. has 'speaker' buttons. Tapping these allows you to select which instrument you want to hear, enabling you to isolate and listen to each recorded part by itself.

### Can I create my own mixes with B.L.A.C.K.?

Yes, B.L.A.C.K. allows you to create your own mixes by choosing which tracks you want to hear. You can turn down lead tracks to compose your own melodies over the original rhythm tracks.

### Where can I find the notation and tab sheets for B.L.A.C.K.?

All notation and tab sheets for the tracks are available online at http://www.ronjarzombek.com/AppTabs.html. This resource allows you to follow along with the music.

### Does B.L.A.C.K. have ads?

No, B.L.A.C.K. is ad-free. As a free application, it does not contain any advertisements, providing an uninterrupted listening experience.

### What devices is B.L.A.C.K. compatible with?

B.L.A.C.K. is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to run on Apple's mobile operating system.

### How often is B.L.A.C.K. updated?

The latest version of B.L.A.C.K. is 1.1, which was last updated on July 20, 2019. Updates typically focus on performance improvements and bug fixes.

### What is the age rating for B.L.A.C.K.?

B.L.A.C.K. has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content restrictions.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2019-07-20

Graphic update, splash screen and website

### 1.0 — 2019-03-14

No release notes.

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