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Updated October 2026

Digital Crate Digging

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#1

Sample Library by Dariusz Chynek

Find a sample for your beats

Editor's Choice

5.0(4 ratings)

FreeAds

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Discover and select unique audio samples for your music production. Save your favorites to a personal list and easily share links to them.

#2

eSPi by Louis Teboul

The Future of the Past is Now

Strong Contender

3.7(38 ratings)

$19.99

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Recreate the iconic sound of the 90's SP-1200 sampler on your iPad. Import or record audio, then chop, pitch, and sequence it to create sampled beats. Experience the gritty sound and workflow of a legendary music production tool.

#3

VU44-7 by Dariusz Chynek

Worth Considering

5.0(10 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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This app transforms audio sampling into a tactile, vinyl-inspired experience. Spin a virtual platter, drop the needle, and capture loops by ear and feel, just like a crate digger. Shape your sound with onboard mixing and effects, then integrate it into your music setup.

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This app emulates the behavior of early digital samplers, focusing on sound shaping through intentional limitations and artifacts. It offers a full timestretch workflow, reduced bit depth processing, and MIDI control for a hands-on experience. Standalone mode includes multi-track sequencing, effects, and the ability to host other AUv3 apps.

Classic sampler sound emulationFull timestretch workflowReduced bit depth processing

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RadioMama - Radio & Sampler

RadioMama - Radio & Sampler

RadioMama - Radio & Sampler

30K+ Stations, Pads & Effects

Explore and manipulate global internet radio stations. Tune into over 30,000 stations, apply analog effects, record live moments onto pads, and build a unique sample library. Works as a standalone app or an AUv3 plugin for music production.

30,000+ global internet radio stationsInteractive world map for station discoveryAnalog FX knobs for real-time sound manipulation

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Create music on the go with a portable beatmaking workstation. Build beats, shape samples, and arrange full tracks with a structured yet fast workflow. Import and edit audio, then organize your ideas into complete songs.

Portable project workflowSample shaping and editingPattern and sequence building

free with in-app purchases

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Nugget 01 - Lil' Doc

Nugget 01 - Lil' Doc

Nugget 01 - Lil' Doc

Detroit-style compressor

This audio effect plug-in emulates a classic sampler's compressor, adding warmth, vinyl noise, and drive. It's a free tool for musicians seeking a unique lo-fi sound, usable within compatible music production apps or standalone.

Detroit-style mix slammerWarm vinyl noise and crackleDrive to clip converters

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Record Looper & Scratching Toy

This app offers a lo-fi looping and scratching experience for quick sound capture and playful exploration. It provides instant audiovisual feedback, allowing users to record, loop, and manipulate sound with a tactile tape feel. Designed for intuitive use, it focuses on fun and creative sound manipulation without complex menus.

One-touch capture: record, play, loopVisual sound feedback (oscilloscope, color mapping)Interactive tape scratching

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Tube AU: Audio Unit Player

Tube AU: Audio Unit Player

Tube AU: Audio Unit Player

AUv3 Audio Unit Plugin

Explore a vast library of music across 15 genres and over 400 styles, dating back to 1937. This app integrates with AUv3 host applications, allowing you to curate your own music collection with custom information and enjoy seamless playback with a mini-player and queue.

Extensive music library (15 genres, 400+ styles)Integrates with AUv3 host appsCustomizable song library

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