# Darbuka Companion — Learn & play darbuka rhythms

> Learn & play darbuka rhythms (iPhone/iPad app by Pablo Dominguez.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darbuka-companion/id6774221323 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pablo Dominguez](https://appshunter.io/developer/6774221535)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-06-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darbuka-companion/id6774221323/reviews.md

## What is Darbuka Companion?

Darbuka Companion is a rhythm reference and learning tool for darbuka players of all levels.

Browse 91 rhythms from Egypt, Turkey, Greece, the Balkans, North Africa, the Gulf, and beyond. Each annotated with audio playback, hand position visuals, and cultural context. Play along at your own pace, explore rhythm variations, and deepen your understanding of percussion traditions from across the world.

Features:

- 91 annotated rhythms with notation and audio
- Hand position illustrations for every stroke
- Authentic sound from a clay darbuka
- Optional layer of zills and built-in click track with per-rhythm tempo presets
- Tempo presets for slow, normal, and fast practice
- Cultural and historical context for every rhythm
- Rhythm variants: Basic, Variation, Accented and more
- Learn the Basics: introduction to the instrument, sounds, and technique


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## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All Rhythms | $8.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.5 — 2026-06-30

Fixed 'leave a review' button.

### 1.0.3 — 2026-06-23

You can now leave a review directly from the About page.

### 1.0.2 — 2026-06-16

Bug fixes and performance improvements. Added review prompt.

### 1.0.1 — 2026-06-06

Improved screenshots to better show what the app can do.

### 1.0 — 2026-06-04

No release notes.

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