# CenterStage: Custom Soundboard — Bring Out The Star In You!

> Customizable soundboard app for playing and creating unique audio effects. (iPhone/iPad app by Discovolos.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/centerstage-custom-soundboard/id301923037 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Discovolos](https://appshunter.io/developer/299963496)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.25/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2009-02-27
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/centerstage-custom-soundboard/id301923037/reviews.md

## What is CenterStage?

Bring out the star in you with CenterStage, a customizable soundboard, with iTunes File Sharing, Sound Document support, Sound and Icon URL Pasting and Expanded Media Support (Premium Feature), Fade Out support and more. Entertain yourself and others in ways you haven't thought possible before. Ideal for DJ's, radio shows, sports announcers, role-playing games and anything else you can think of.

FEATURES:

- Tap to play. Tap and hold to play looped.
- Multi-tap to play multiple sounds at the same time.
- Drag fingers across the board to create havoc.
- Sounds are ready to play, no loading or paging needed.
- Pitch/Tempo control using horizontal tilt.
- Volume control using vertical tilt.
- Fade Out / Mute button with adjustable fade out duration.
- Add sounds to Shaker list to Shake-to-play a random sound.
- Multiple/independent sound timers.
- Record and use your own sounds.
- Download and use WAV sounds from the internet (Paste-a-URL).
- Upload and use WAV sounds via iTunes File Sharing.
- Open WAV sound documents, like Mail attachments, to use in the app.
- PREMIUM FEATURE: Assign more types of audio to any button (requires a one-time InApp purchase).
- Customize icons and background from Photos or Camera (if available), Pasteboard, the internet (Paste-a-URL), iTunes File Sharing or use any iPod library album art. 
- Customize sound labels and button look. 
- Paste sounds, icons, labels between buttons.
- Sounds can be set to Solo mode.
- Email both built-in and recorded or custom sounds.
- Move/Rearrange sound buttons.

SOUNDS:

Alarm, balloon pop, balloon deflate, car horn (aoogha), cash register, censored (bleep), charge (calvary), chimp, cow moo, crowd cheer, donkey, explosion, glass break, jaguar (roar), kiss (female), pig squeal, quack, ricochet, rim shot, rock riff, scream duo (male/female), whip (single crack), witch cackle, wrong (buzzer).

A comprehensive How-To section (accessible from the Options menu at any time) describes in more detail how to use CenterStage and shows up the first time you run the app. It also explains what sound formats are available.

When using the tilt to control the pitch/tempo or the volume, the effect is variable and depends on the amount of tilt. Also, these do not affect iPod audio.

You can adjust the sensitivity of the accelerometer for motion activated play (Shake-to-play).

The 3 ways of playing sounds (tap, timers, Shake-to-play) do not interfere with each other and can be used in conjunction with each other.

With music sources, only one can be playing at any time, but will remain playing even after the app is closed. 

With other sources, multiple sounds can be playing at the same time (overlap), even while iPod audio is playing. 

The built-in Recorder is available on iPhones and iPod touches with a build-in or external mic. Use it to record burps, farts, laughs, screams, dogs barking, any audio effects. Or record memos, reminders or a sweet note from a loved one so you can listen to it any time.

Tap the Fade Out button to fade out. Tap and hold to get list of options, including a Mute option.

PARTICIPATE:

- Please leave your comments and suggestions of what else you'd like to see added to CenterStage.
- Let us know how you have used CenterStage, we wanna know!
- We love reviews. We only ask that you try the app first before you leave a review. Thank you. 

Follow discovolos at http://twitter.com/discovolos

SUPPORT 

- If you can't hear any sounds, please make sure the device volume is turned up while the app is running. Also make sure the app is not in Mute mode. 
- If you're importing sounds, please read the Info section in the app that describes what formats are supported and what the different ways to import sounds are. 
- If you're picking a song from the iPod library and nothing happens, reset the privacy settings for Media Library and try again.

We respond to all emails and help troubleshoot problems. Please email support@discovolos.com for help or feedback.

## Key features

- Tap to play sounds
- Looping and multi-tap playback
- Pitch/tempo control via tilt
- Volume control via tilt
- Record and import custom sounds
- Customizable icons and labels
- Shake-to-play random sounds

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/centerstage-custom-soundboard/id301923037/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Too hard to import sounds

*2019-02-28, version 4.0*

You can’t easily import sounds

### 5/5 — Don't work

*2017-12-30, version 3.5*

Don't work iphone 7 IOS 11.21

### 3/5 — It serves its purpose

*2017-03-07, version 3.3.2*

Good app... would be better if the timer stayed set instead you having to reset it every time you reopen the app. It would be nice to be able to add more songs and cut music to the basic app as well.

### 3/5 — Great App - Missing Multiple Sound Boards

*2013-11-29, version 3.3.1*

This is exactly the app I was looking for. One I could upload my own files and make my own board! However, the feature that is lacking is the ability to make multiple sound boards, not just one. You should be able to create a lot of different sound boards and put a "default to open" on one, so when you open that app it will show up on that board, but then you also have the option of choosing other titled custom sound boards you made and choose those.

### 5/5 — Perfect! What I was looking for!

*2012-05-05, version 3.1*

This is a great app for our theatre. I run the sounds and lights for our productions and this adaptable sound board allows me to customize the sounds. Only problem is the limited amount of buttons. But outside that It is perfect. It is worth the additional $0.99 for the iPod music feature.

### 4/5 — Great soundboard

*2012-04-24, version 3.0*

A good customizable soundboard at an awesome price. Please allow users to reduce the amount of sounds displayed on screen. Thanks!

### 5/5 — Center Stage

*2009-03-22, version 0*

Very funny application. A true little gem of mixing sound and movement. A must for every iPhone.

### 4/5 — This is fun!

*2009-03-17, version 0*

Loved it, so did my daughter. It's nice that you could chose a sound and just shake your phone to hear it! Great stuff!

### 5/5 — Neat sounds

*2009-03-06, version 0*

This is a fun application.  The tilt pitch shifting is really nice.

### 5/5 — Really Cool!

*2009-03-05, version 0*

Center Stage is a really cool application. I have been playing with it all day. My wife and kids keep trying to get my iphone away from me to play with it. If you want to have some fun you need to get the application. Great Job Discovolos!!!

## Frequently asked questions about CenterStage

### What is CenterStage?

CenterStage is a customizable soundboard application that allows users to create and play custom sound effects. It offers various playback modes, including tap, loop, and motion-activated play, along with extensive customization options for sounds and buttons.

### How much does CenterStage cost?

CenterStage is a paid application, priced at $0.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features and functionalities.

### What devices is CenterStage compatible with?

CenterStage is compatible with iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Apple Watch devices. It is designed to run on a variety of Apple hardware.

### Can I record my own sounds with CenterStage?

Yes, CenterStage includes a built-in recorder that allows you to record your own sounds directly within the app. These custom recordings can then be assigned to buttons on your soundboard.

### Does CenterStage have ads?

As a paid application, CenterStage does not contain advertisements. Users can enjoy the full functionality without any ad interruptions.

### How often is CenterStage updated?

The latest version of CenterStage is 4.0, which was last updated on August 29, 2018. While updates have been infrequent recently, the app remains functional for its intended purpose.

### What age rating does CenterStage have?

CenterStage has an age rating of 9+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 9 and older, with content generally considered appropriate for this age group.

### Can CenterStage play sounds in the background?

Yes, with music sources, sounds will remain playing even after the app is closed. Other sound sources can overlap and play simultaneously, even while iPod audio is playing.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 4.0 — 2018-08-29

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

- Support for latest iOS
- Minimum iOS supported is now 9.0

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