Dawnbeat - Sampler

Dawnbeat - Sampler

Creative Sampler

96 ratings
91 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 21, 2022
  • March 9, 2026

Features

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This app lets you create music by sampling and sequencing audio. It offers advanced features like multi-touch pads, an always-recording buffer, and flexible routing for creative sound manipulation. Integrate with external MIDI devices and apply a wide range of built-in and AUv3 effects.

Multi-touch and draggable pads
Always-recording buffer (Memorizer)
Advanced loop manipulation (BRIIKS)
Flexible mixer with assignable busses
Polyphonic pads for chords
MIDI IN/OUT for external control
AUv3 effects and instrument support
Auto-slicer for audio chopping
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What's New in Dawnbeat

1.3.10

March 9, 2026

Bugs fixed.

5

In-App Purchases

$5.99

Dawn Beat Complete

Dawn Beat Unlimited

User reviews

I think this will be better than Koala….someday.

This will be great someday. I think the developer is really onto something special with this sampler. While it’s currently missing some features and has a few bugs to iron out, I already feel that the design of this sampler makes it more fun to use than others I’ve tried. I look forward to the day it’s feature complete and runs with some more stability.

The are some bugs currently:

- The app immediately crashes anytime I try to import a sample using Audioshare. It also has crashed while loading vst instruments. I hope it continues to get updates to iron out the bugs. I can also confirm what another review said about the app losing sound after the screen locks.

- In VST mode, when I record an audio file I’m only able to preview it once (if at all) then it never plays again when I press the play button. I can still load it to a pad and it plays fine. But, I can’t preview it after the first time.

- Where is the ‘Gallery?’ When I record an audio file and choose to save it to the ‘Gallery,’ where does it go?

- While running in AUM, after a while anything recorded into Dawnbeat via a mix bus sound like it’s been slowed/pitched down. Then after I close and open it again it sounds normal.

- While running standalone, I often will switch between Files and Dawnbeat. When I return to Dawnbeat no audio will play (background audio is set to always)

Features I’d like to see added:

- Choke groups!

- A master stop button added to stop all one shots, loops and sequence at once

- The ability to share audio files from other apps within i(pad)OS to Dawnbeat

- 24 and 32 bit audio recording

- Auto save and auto-resume upon open options

Otherwise, I’m having fun with it!
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Sidechain Fix?

Electronic music is my wheelhouse and my house is many years in the making… I love this app. Something about it has me hooked. That said I’m having an issue with the effects routing, specifically I cannot get the side-chain channel to work at all. It’s there but nothing happens when I tap it. I understand what a sidechain is and how to use it btw. Please fix this! Thank you!
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Glitchy but super amazing sampler

I love this app. Hoping for an update that fixes ran into bugs. Present bugs: unplugging/plugging in headphones killing audio playback, locking the device and reopening into app killing audio playback.

Cool app

I’m really enjoying this app

Good app but……

This app doesn’t go to landscape mode on iPhone…..and NO option to use midi auv3

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FAQ

What is Dawnbeat?

Dawnbeat is a creative music sampler app that brings the functionality of classic hardware samplers to a multi-touch device. It allows users to create natural-sounding patterns by tapping and swiping pads, and features an 'always recording' buffer so you never miss a musical idea.

What are the key features of Dawnbeat?

Key features include multi-touch and draggable pads with individual configuration, an 'always recording' Memorizer for capturing ideas, an advanced loop manipulator called BRIIKS, a flexible mixer with assignable busses, polyphonic pads for playing chords, MIDI IN/OUT support, and a wide array of built-in and AUv3 effects.

How much does Dawnbeat cost?

The app is available for free and offers in-app purchases. This means you can download and use the basic functionality without charge, with options to unlock additional features or content through purchases.

What kind of music can I create with Dawnbeat?

Dawnbeat is versatile and can be used for various music genres, particularly electronic music, hip-hop, and experimental sound design. Its sampling, sequencing, and effects capabilities allow for the creation of complex beats, melodies, and soundscapes.

Can I use Dawnbeat with other music hardware or software?

Yes, Dawnbeat supports MIDI IN and OUT, allowing you to trigger samples from MIDI controllers or sequence external hardware like drum machines and synths. It also supports AUv3 effects and instruments, enabling integration with other compatible audio applications.