# DrumPerfect Pro > Programmable drum and percussion music production system for iPad with human feel emulation. (iPhone/iPad app by Marinus J.G. van de Molengraft.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drumperfect-pro/id1032935528 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Marinus J.G. van de Molengraft](https://appshunter.io/developer/655752415) - Category: Music - Price: $22.99 with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.00/5 from 41 App Store ratings · 62 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 563 MB - Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany) - Released: 2016-01-17 - Data updated: 2026-08-08 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drumperfect-pro/id1032935528/reviews.md ## What is DrumPerfect Pro? DrumPerfect Pro is without doubt the most complete, open, fully programmable drum/percussion music production system ever created for iPad. The wealth of professional features it offers is just astonishing. Yet its most distinguished quality is probably its confounding capacity to emulate so musically the human feel of pro drummers performances in any genre, as you will see. Here is what Gilbert Medam, professional composer and arranger, creator of the pack collection as well as designer of the new UI writes: In the musical consciousness, rhythm is without question a most fundamental element. Combining movement with numbers, it is found in music all around the world and at any period of human history. Musicians, particularly drummers and percussionists by nature excel in precise body movement, coordination and inevitably inspire listeners to join the dance. On the other hand computer systems excel, by design, in powerful processing of numbers. We are constantly, Marinus and I, attentive to this simple fact when refining and expanding DrumPerfect Pro. Because we want our app to excel in coming as close as it can be, to a perfect integration of both performances. In this new version, if you are passionate about rhythms, drums and beyond, you will find, we think, the best companion for your music adventure and production. Its flexibility will surprise you. Program on multitrack/layers, multi-velocity sampling, the most intricate patterns, improvising songs. Unleash your wildest experimentation in the creative and fun process. It is the high end app of choice for: - drums/percussions professional track production - live performance with the brand new AUv3 player - practice and training for musicians in any musical genre - easy loading and playing of your own library of midi files. - study, understanding and experimenting from the massive collection of world rhythms available in the packs. High-quality music packs available as IAP, in many different music styles and ready to be used in your own productions. ## Key features - Programmable drum/percussion system - Emulates human drummer feel - Multitrack/layer programming - Multi-velocity sampling - AUv3 player for live performance - MIDI file loading and playback - Massive collection of world rhythms ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: $22.99. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Funky Breakbeats Volume 1 | $2.99 | one-time | | Funky Breakbeats Volume 2 | $2.99 | one-time | | Jazz Sessions Volume 1 | $4.99 | one-time | | Brazilian Rhythms Volume 1 | $4.99 | one-time | | Heavy Metal Volume 1 | $3.99 | one-time | | Batucada Volume 1 | $3.99 | one-time | | Afro Beats Volume 1 | $2.99 | one-time | | Reggae Roots Volume 1 | $3.99 | one-time | | Latin Percussion Volume 1 | $5.99 | one-time | | Rock Drums Volume 1 | $4.99 | one-time | | GM Volume 1 | Free | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 62) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drumperfect-pro/id1032935528/reviews.md ### 5/5 — A Masterpiece - Give it Your Time *2026-07-28, version 3.5.1* I have had this app for a long time, it is the only one of its kind for iOS. It has such potential but the feature set is essentially hidden. Apparently the dynamic layers have been increased but how to use them is a mystery. Many functions are hidden behind a ‘long press.’ Which add ons do I own? Who knows? There is no indication on the Store page. I really wish there was proper documentation and or demonstrations. Such a top rate app with such a sad stumbling block. UPDATE IN 2026: This app is a masterpiece. If you take the time with it, it is unmatched and can produce the best sequences. Excellent for the physically challenged percussionist through age or disability. ### 5/5 — Side grid *2025-12-14, version 3.5.1* There’s a side grid that messes my patterns, I can’t program without the wrong kinds of sounds come in that are not compatible! Hoe can I fix it? ### 2/5 — Purchases not restoring *2025-11-25, version 3.5.1* IOS 26.1 and DPP purchases don’t restore. ### 5/5 — Can’t restore purchases *2025-11-11, version 3.5.1* Dear developer I had made in app purchases on here before but can’t restore them please fix thanks 🙂 ### 4/5 — Not bad, not great *2025-10-19, version 3.5* Restore purchases doesn't work. Restore all does nothing. All packs still show as a purchase option. A pretty good drum option. Not the best sound quality but not terrible. The UI is a bit of a nightmare. ### 5/5 — Congratulations on the second life of the application *2025-07-21, version 3.4.1* Glitches in AU3, Inter-App, at least in Cubasis 3, still need to be fixed. ### 5/5 — Version 2.0 Update with new JAM Mode: Game Changer! *2025-07-17, version 3.4.1* I totally feel this is now my go to drummer app after this wonderful update 2.0! Seriously, having a ton of fun jamming while playing electric guitar and combining it with Groovebox! The "Jam" option really took it over the top for me. I'm trying now, after playing for like 5 hours nonstop with an electric guitar, to learn to send the midi out or audio out while in Jam Mode to Cubasis. This would really make it so easy to record a truly "Live" drummer feel track into Cubasis and record a full drum track live on the go! I honestly think the new JAM feature of DP Pro is going to get a lot of people to buy this app even more! It no longer feels like a cumbersome boring app to learn, which it never was, just that for non-drummers, like myself, it felt too deep to learn and configure. Not anymore! Now with the new Jam feature, this app has been infused with a boatload of fresh air!!! It feels fun to press the Jam button! Select the pattern you wanna rock to, and voila!!! Rock on! Love it.... @Gilbert how hard would it be to code an option in the Fill button to say automatically have the "Fill" go to "Ride"? That would be so cool amd save a step of having to hit the "Fill (M)" then hitting the Ride button. That would rock! Also, I would suggest the Jam Screen section to be larger and more readily accessible. For those of us with larger fingers it would be so cool! Perhaps reducing the Kits Section in the Pattern Screen? And increase the JAM section, perhaps giving you even more flexibility to add more option buttons? Any possibility to that options? Thank-you to all the wonderful developers at DrumPerfect Pro! This is the best Update ever! I highly recommend this drummer app! MM4C ### 3/5 — MIDI-OUT is needed *2025-04-06, version 3.21* Bluetooth Midi-Out is needed! ### 4/5 — Great app but *2024-10-24, version 3.21* In 2024 there needs an update. In using drum-effect pro with logic on iPad there doesn’t seem to be a way to use the apps together. All I am able to get is a demo beat to play through. ### 5/5 — Great sounding drums *2023-12-20, version 3.21* Sounds so good. There is an excellent quick start guide that is over twenty pages. Top notch! It is a deep program and there are videos on youtube that spell it out. I was put off by an earlier comment about the dev not having information on how to use the program, but between the videos and the quick start its really good value. ## Frequently asked questions about DrumPerfect Pro ### What is DrumPerfect Pro? DrumPerfect Pro is a comprehensive drum and percussion music production system designed for iPad. It offers advanced features for creating realistic-sounding drum tracks, emulating the feel of professional drummers across various genres, and exploring a vast library of rhythms. ### What are the key features of DrumPerfect Pro? Key features include multitrack/layer programming, multi-velocity sampling for realistic dynamics, an AUv3 player for live performance integration, the ability to load and play your own MIDI files, and access to a massive collection of world rhythms through in-app purchase packs. ### How is DrumPerfect Pro monetized? The app itself is free to download and use, offering core functionality. Additional high-quality music packs, available in various music styles, can be purchased as in-app purchases to expand your creative options. ### What kind of music can I create with DrumPerfect Pro? You can create professional drum and percussion tracks for any musical genre. The app is designed to emulate the feel of pro drummers, making it suitable for everything from intricate patterns and improvisations to live performance and practice. ### Can I use my own drum sounds or MIDI files? Yes, the app allows for easy loading and playing of your own library of MIDI files. While specific details on loading custom drum sounds are not explicitly mentioned, the focus on multi-velocity sampling and programmable layers suggests a high degree of customization. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.6 — 2026-08-05 - In-app Store now uses StoreKit 2. Recently reported issues with restoring IAP packs have been resolved. The app is compatible with iPads running iOS 15 and higher. - Fixed a problem with state loading in the AUv3 player. - Several bug fixes. ### 3.5.1 — 2025-10-20 v3.5.1 - Fixes startup issue. v3.5 - Supports iPadOS 26 window scaling. Also, supports Split View/Slide Over for older iPadOS versions. - AUv3 AutoJAM! parameters exposed to the host to allow for external control. - Renewed Pattern library view with drag and drop functionality for Move, Rename, Append, Merge, Import, Export and Erase. - Swipe-to-delete in Pattern library view. - Patterns can be used as Groove Template for other patterns. Longpress Merge in Pattern view to bring up the Groove Template view. Groove Templates are typically patterns in which the strokes represent velocity and timing information to be used by other patterns. - AutoJAM! now properly deals with odd time signatures. - Improved midi CC handling. - Refreshed manual. - Many fixes. ### 3.5 — 2025-10-15 - Supports iPadOS 26 window scaling. Also, supports Split View/Slide Over for older iPadOS versions. - AUv3 AutoJAM! parameters exposed to the host to allow for external control. - Renewed Pattern library view with drag and drop functionality for Move, Rename, Append, Merge, Import, Export and Erase. - Swipe-to-delete in Pattern library view. - Patterns can be used as Groove Template for other patterns. Longpress Merge in Pattern view to bring up the Groove Template view. Groove Templates are typically patterns in which the strokes represent velocity and timing information to be used by other patterns. - AutoJAM! now properly deals with odd time signatures. - Improved midi CC handling. - Refreshed manual. - Many fixes. ### 3.4.1 — 2025-07-16 v3.4.1: - Fixes issue with startup for iPads that have French or German as main language. v3.4: - AutoJAM! feature with on-the-fly instrument remapping, automatic fill generation, and intro and outro generation, all controllable via midi CC. User fill folders possible. - Kit view allows for dropping audio files directly from Files app onto the sample slots. Up to 16 files can be dropped in one go, sample slots are filled sequentially. Existing audio files can be optionally overwritten. Wav-files are automatically converted to m4a-format. - Swap samples in Kit view (Select mode) by drag and drop. - Grid view offers copying of selected drum strokes to arbitrary locations in the grid via drag and drop (after double-tap on selected set). - Export view allows rendering of multiple patterns in one go. - AUv3 player supports three different playing modes: follow host timeline (mode Absolute), start relative to host timeline (mode Relative, beat-aligned), start relative to host timeline only the first time for as long the host keeps playing (mode Rel-Abs, beat-aligned). - AUV3 player supports midi note in (omni) and midi note out (channel 10) according to the active drum kit mapping. - AUV3 player supports AutoJAM! feature. - AUV3 player supports both song and pattern mode. - Midi map of drum kits corrected according to GM standard. - Midi support extended to midi note out via core midi and virtual midi. - 5 New drum kits. - Audiobus SDK v3.0.15. - Various bug fixes. ### 3.4 — 2025-07-15 - AutoJAM! feature with on-the-fly instrument remapping, automatic fill generation, and intro and outro generation, all controllable via midi CC. User fill folders possible. - Kit view allows for dropping audio files directly from Files app onto the sample slots. Up to 16 files can be dropped in one go, sample slots are filled sequentially. Existing audio files can be optionally overwritten. Wav-files are automatically converted to m4a-format. - Swap samples in Kit view (Select mode) by drag and drop. - Grid view offers copying of selected drum strokes to arbitrary locations in the grid via drag and drop (after double-tap on selected set). - Export view allows rendering of multiple patterns in one go. - AUv3 player supports three different playing modes: follow host timeline (mode Absolute), start relative to host timeline (mode Relative, beat-aligned), start relative to host timeline only the first time for as long the host keeps playing (mode Rel-Abs, beat-aligned). - AUV3 player supports midi note in (omni) and midi note out (channel 10) according to the active drum kit mapping. - AUV3 player supports AutoJAM! feature. - AUV3 player supports both song and pattern mode. - Midi map of drum kits corrected according to GM standard. - Midi support extended to midi note out via core midi and virtual midi. - 5 New drum kits. - Audiobus SDK v3.0.15. - Various bug fixes. ## Apps similar to DrumPerfect Pro | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Real Piano - Electric Keyboard](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-piano-electric-keyboard/id6446647820) | 1.0 (1) | Free | Music | | [Silo - Granulator and Reverb](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silo-granulator-and-reverb/id6444164740) | 4.8 (32) | $9.99 | Music | | [Been Getting Fetty Radio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/been-getting-fetty-radio/id6450182020) | 5.0 (4) | Free | Music | | [MusicPutty - Vocal Tune](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/musicputty-vocal-tune/id6444390100) | 4.4 (125) | Free | Music | | [Radio 105 Indie](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radio-105-indie/id1559928660) | — | Free | Music | | [OUT & PROUD LIVE](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/out-and-proud-live/id1562328760) | 5.0 (8) | Free | Music | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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