# DRM-16 — Vintage drum machine

> Vintage 1978 drum machine emulator for pocket beat making. (iPhone/iPad app by David Rochaix.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drm-16/id1489333688 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [David Rochaix](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441966350)
- Category: Music, Utilities
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-11-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drm-16/id1489333688/reviews.md

## What is DRM?

Holding the simplicity of a rare 1978 instrument and carrying its raw heritage to you, it turns your device into a pocket beat making companion.
I believe that designing a pure interface, simply displaying your machine without any distraction, was the best way to reflect the spirit of the period it was born.

Characteristics :

- 8 Original high quality double-samples
- 16 preset patterns
- 3 Selective instrument deletion modes
- Commutable « Spacedrum » instrument
- Full machine state auto-save
- Background audio playback enabled
- Audiobus V3
- InterApp audio

Bonuses accessible in your device settings :

- Additionnal LED display for the tempo and the volume
- Pattern selection LED indicators
- Alternative « Rock » drum kit with integrated effects
- Built-in intruments effects : « Stereo pan » and « Jungle tune »
- Built-in audio effects : « Equalizer » and « Distortion »
- Built-in global effects : « Delay » and « Reverb »
- Mute any instrument

I hope you will enjoy it as much as I love it ;-)

## Key features

- 8 original high-quality double-samples
- 16 preset patterns
- Selective instrument deletion modes
- Commutable 'Spacedrum' instrument
- Full machine state auto-save
- Background audio playback
- Audiobus V3 and InterApp audio support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drm-16/id1489333688/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Geht nicht mehr

*2026-01-21*

Warum läuft es nicht mehr unter neuem iOS Betriebssystem?

### 2/5 — Bien mais pour tous les iPad…

*2025-10-22*

RAS sur le son : tu as déjà été dit… Mais sur un iPad avec IOS26, il n’y a fonctionné qu’une seule fois (après, il se ferme dès le lancement…)… sur un iPad avec IOS 16, il semble fonctionner correctement sans planter. C’est bien dommage qu’il ne semble plus avoir de suivi sur le développement de cet applis (et des autres aussi) car elles sont vraiment bien ! Bref, une mise à jour avec le support des IOS récents et j’aurais mis 5 étoiles…

### 1/5 — Arnaque

*2023-02-11*

Appli ne s’ouvrant pas du tout aucun moyen de l’utiliser . Encore trop cher pour un prix mini . Un remboursement serait légitime. Merci

### 1/5 — Gadget

*2023-01-05*

Gros problème de mise à jours à mon avis. Ne supporte pas d’être mis en panoramique, et globalement pas très lisible ni jouable réellement . Bon deux balles, mais le sentiment de mettre fait avoir.

### 3/5 — suggestions...

*2022-05-15*

how about adding a display for the tempo?
...and a 'save' option.
I come up with something I could use... but with no save... and every knob doesn't have info on your movemnet... I'm stuck doing screenshots

### 5/5 — Top pour un fan des Bérus !

*2022-03-12*

Étant difficile à trouver sur le net, l’appli fait très bien le taf.
Merci aux développeurs 👍🏻

À quand un VST ? Je serai preneur aussi 😁

### 5/5 — Nickel

*2021-08-31*

Un grand merci, depuis le temps que je cherchais la BAR des Beru.

### 3/5 — Illusion

*2021-03-23*

Attention Les rythmes reggae et latin font vintage. Mais c’est normal.
Fait le job

**Developer response:** Bonjour et merci beaucoup d’avoir pris le temps de rédiger un retour. DRM-16 est une réplique fidèle de la vraie machine analogique d’époque, dont les partis pris sonores sont très forts et les patterns effectivement très typés. On n’y retrouvera pas nécessairement le groove d’un reggae tel qu’il a pu être repris sur des machines plus récentes. Vous faites bien d’en alerter nos utilisateurs. En vous remerciant d’avoir toutefois revu votre note à la hausse. Bien à vous.

### 1/5 — 2 euros de perdus

*2021-01-27*

Ne fonctionne tout simplement pas ni sur Ipad ni sur Iphone .

### 4/5 — perfect clone

*2020-12-04*

Wow,this sounds great and just like the OG. Just adding some sync would make it best ever...link or just midi clock or heck cv gate clock!

## Frequently asked questions about DRM

### What is DRM-16?

DRM-16 is a mobile application that emulates a vintage 1978 drum machine, designed to provide a pocket beat-making companion with a pure and simple interface.

### What kind of sounds does DRM-16 offer?

DRM-16 features 8 original high-quality double-samples. It also includes an alternative 'Rock' drum kit with integrated effects as a bonus.

### Can I use DRM-16 while using other apps?

Yes, DRM-16 supports background audio playback, allowing you to continue making beats while using other applications. It also supports Audiobus V3 and InterApp audio.

### Does DRM-16 have ads?

No, DRM-16 does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers a clean, ad-free experience.

### What devices is DRM-16 compatible with?

DRM-16 is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is DRM-16 updated?

The latest version of DRM-16 is 1.21, which was last updated on October 6, 2021. This indicates a moderate update frequency.

### What are the built-in effects in DRM-16?

DRM-16 includes built-in instrument effects like 'Stereo pan' and 'Jungle tune', as well as global audio effects such as 'Delay' and 'Reverb'.

### What is the user rating for DRM-16?

DRM-16 has a user rating of 3.7 stars based on 12 ratings. This suggests a generally positive but mixed reception from users.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.21 — 2021-10-06

v1.21

- Support for iOS 15
- Display support for the new iPad mini

### 1.2 — 2021-03-11

V1.2

 - IOs 14 support
 - Audiobus V3.0.12 support

### 1.1 — 2020-04-07

- IOs 13 support
 - Audiobus V3 support
 - InterApp audio

### 1.0 — 2019-11-27

No release notes.

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All apps by David Rochaix: https://appshunter.io/developer/1441966350

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