# Echo Pad - Delay FX Processor > Playable multi-effects processor for delay, loops, and sound manipulation. (iPhone/iPad app by Holderness Media.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echo-pad-delay-fx-processor/id573511415 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Holderness Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/431020308) - Category: Music, Entertainment - Price: $4.99 - Rating: 4.90/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 111 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 12.4 · 10 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2012-11-09 - Data updated: 2026-08-23 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echo-pad-delay-fx-processor/id573511415/reviews.md ## What is Echo Pad? A highly playable and extremely flexible "echo centric" multi effects processor. Echo Pad is capable of an endless range of sounds including authentic dub echo, crystal echoes and multi-tap delay, to chaotic self-oscillating analog delays and bit crushed mayhem. Compatible with Audiobus 3 including full state saving, Inter-App Audio, and USB audio interfaces. Control Echo Pad's parameters via MIDI and sync to external MIDI clock or IAA clock for beat synced delays. Guitarists will appreciate features like delay ducking and gated feedback. Effects include: Tape Echo, Shimmer Delay, Oil Can Delay, Multi-Tap (up to 6 taps), Stereo Delay, Decimator, Flanger, Distortion,Smooth Filter, Loopers and more. >SmiteMatterMusic: "Echo Pad is so innovative all around. I never knew just how much I needed this until I had it in my hands. I recommend giving it a try." (www.smitematter.com) >Jordan Rudess/Wizdom Music: "This is a super fantastic - extremely trippy effects app, which harnesses the power of an iOS device to offer you control that is only possible on a multitouch device. " Process live audio from nearly any input source, including Audiobus and Inter-App Audio compatible hosts such as Auria and Cubasis, use the built in mic, professional audio interfaces such as the Apogee Jam, Apogee MIC, iRig HD, and more. Guitarists can use our effects live by connecting the output of their audio interface to an amp. Visit our YouTube channel for demonstration videos and tutorials on Echo Pad. https://youtube.com/holdernessmedia More info: www.holdernessmedia.com Check out our entire FX series including Caramel, Crystalline, Stereo Designer and Swoopster! COMPATIBILITY: • requires iOS 12.4 or later • iPad Mini/iPad 2 or newer recommended (performance may suffer on older devices) • iPhone 4s/iPod 5 or newer recommended (performance may suffer on older devices) • Audiobus 3 compatible (Effect, state saving ) • Inter-App audio compatible (effect node) • Compatible with DAW apps such as Auria, Cubasis, and Garageband • Export recordings and loops to AudioShare • Core MIDI compatible Features: • Supports Audiobus 3.0 state saving, Effect slot • Inter-App Audio compatible (effect node) • Stereo input and effects processing • Control Echo Pad via MIDI • Sync to external MIDI clock for beat synced delays • Realtime analog style delay/looper • Delay ducking and gated feedback • 18 Effects • 60 factory presets + save custom presets • Multi-touch XY control of effect parameters + stereo panning for expressive control • Automate effects parameters using the Motion Looper. • Sound on sound looper with feedback control for creating layered loops on the fly • Dual mini scratch loopers - record a loop, then scratch like a turntable • Universal app • Select presets via MIDI program change • Works with headphones as well as most iOS and professional USB audio interfaces including: • Apogee Jam • Apogee Mic • iConnectMidi 2+ • iConnectMidi 4+ • iRig • iRig iMic • Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (*requires USB hub) • Apogee ONE (*requires external power thru USB hub) • Apogee GIO (*requires external power thru USB hub) • many more Sharing/Exporting: • Audiobus 3.0 (Effect, State Saving) • Inter-App Audio compatible (effect node) • supports "Export to AudioShare" functionality. Loops and recordings created with Echo Pad can be exported directly to the AudioShare app for easy audio file management. • recordings & loops are also exported to iTunes File Sharing for access on your Mac/PC ## Key features - Multi-effects processor - Delay FX - Loopers - MIDI control - Audiobus 3 compatible - Inter-App Audio compatible - Beat synced delays ## Recent user reviews (10 of 111) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echo-pad-delay-fx-processor/id573511415/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Third positive review I’ve written that has not been posted *2024-05-25, version 1.8.9.6* This is a fabulous app and it has been ever since the day it came out. It was one of the first actual delay apps ever made for iOS and with the new updates it’s insanely fabulous still. It is not overpriced. It doesn’t have a disgusting overpriced subscription plan. You need this app if you make any iOS and I have been making music not only on hardware, software, but iOS since 2011. Get this app you won’t be disappointed. ### 5/5 — Great sound production apps! *2024-05-02, version 1.8.9.6* Thanks for all of the updates so suddenly after 7 years. Welcome back!!! 👏🏽 ### 5/5 — All these years later *2020-08-15, version 1.8.9.3* This thing is still pretty cool. Can we maybe get an updated echo pad 2?? ### 1/5 — Needs to be updated *2020-05-23, version 1.8.9.3* Don’t bother getting this if you’re on iPadOS. ### 4/5 — A great App! *2020-02-03* 2020 update: What happens ? Although I downloaded it again, some things begin to go wrong. And the support does not reply ! Bad News.... Original review : So many inventions here - as in the other Holderness apps - with tons of creative possibilities. This is my favourite from the package (then comes Johnny and Cristalline). Of course, some won't use this or that, and some will say that Strymon pedals sound better! but that's not the point: we enter here in a new universe, a new direction for sound processing, and what that's very promising! A pedal doing this should cost more than 1000$. Plus: an incredibly dedicated support. Thanks a lot Mr Rice. **Developer response:** The latest updated version of Echo Pad v1.8.9.5 fixes the stability issues that were causing problems running Echo Pad on recent versions of iOS. You should now be able to use Echo Pad and all of the other Holderness apps again with Interapp Audio hosts like AUM and Audiobus, or with USB audio interfaces, etc. ### 5/5 — Ich liebe diese App. ❤️ *2019-11-30* Bitte als Audiounit !!! Danke ### 4/5 — Great little effect but....... *2018-10-24, version 1.8.9.3* Great little effect but for some reason as soon as I bring it into the chain it cuts out my Bluetooth headphones, then as soon as I close it, they work again. I would have given it 5 stars but for this 🤔 any chance this little glitch can be fixed? ### 5/5 — still the best live dub delay on iOS *2018-04-17, version 1.8.9.3* Great for live dub. The pitch changes with the delay time, like a proper old delay. Many apps get that wrong. Feedback control goes to way over 100%, allowing immediate self-generation. Works fine on iOS 11. ### 5/5 — Superb audio effect *2016-08-23, version 1.8.8* This is one of the original great iPad effects apps and still working very well for real-time audio manipulation. ### 1/5 — Most User-Unfriendly App I've Ever Seen *2016-06-06, version 1.8.9.2* DO NOT BUY THIS!! Absolutely awful with no useful instructions, only links to stupid time-wasting video tutorials. Really stupid waste of money. ## Frequently asked questions about Echo Pad ### What does Echo Pad do? Echo Pad is a multi-effects processor designed for delay and sound manipulation. It can create a wide variety of echo sounds, from classic dub echoes to complex multi-tap and self-oscillating delays. It also includes features like loopers, distortion, and flanger effects. ### What are the key features of Echo Pad? Key features include a wide range of delay effects (Tape Echo, Shimmer, Multi-Tap, etc.), loopers with sound-on-sound capabilities, MIDI control for parameter automation and synchronization, and compatibility with Audiobus 3 and Inter-App Audio for integration with other music apps. ### How much does Echo Pad cost? Echo Pad is a paid application. The price is a one-time purchase, and there are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the description. ### What devices is Echo Pad compatible with? Echo Pad requires iOS 12.4 or later. It is recommended for iPad Mini/iPad 2 or newer, and iPhone 4s/iPod 5 or newer for optimal performance. It is also compatible with Audiobus 3, Inter-App Audio, and various DAW apps. ### Can I use Echo Pad for live guitar performance? Yes, guitarists can use Echo Pad for live performance by connecting their audio interface output to an amplifier. Features like delay ducking and gated feedback are specifically beneficial for guitarists. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.8.9.6 — 2024-05-02 • Add Bluetooth audio support. • Various bugfixes and improvements. ### 1.8.9.5 — 2024-05-01 • Fix using the audio loopers would cause a crash. • Various bugfixes and improvements. ### 1.8.9.4 — 2024-04-28 • Various bugfixes and improvements. ### 1.8.9.3 — 2017-03-10 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. • Audiobus 3 ready • Added option to save state on quit and recall when app is next launched (To enable, tap "Options", then "Save State") • minor bugfixes ### 1.8.9.2 — 2016-05-27 • fix bug with AudioShare ## Apps similar to Echo Pad | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Roxsyn Guitar Synthesizer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roxsyn-guitar-synthesizer/id1472450599) | 4.7 (90) | $19.99 | Music | | [Silo - Granulator and Reverb](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silo-granulator-and-reverb/id6444164740) | 4.8 (32) | $9.99 | Music | | [VintageRack](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vintagerack/id1624690278) | 5.0 (7) | $14.99 | Music | | [Echo Pitch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echo-pitch/id1180443904) | 4.9 (16) | $4.99 | Music | | [Grand Finale 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grand-finale-2/id6444091341) | 4.8 (29) | $8.99 | Music | | [BLEASS Delay](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bleass-delay/id1448509525) | 4.7 (50) | $6.99 | Music | ## More apps by Holderness Media - [Swoopster - Fuzz Flanger FX](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swoopster-fuzz-flanger-fx/id736436952) - [Stereo Designer - StereoShaper](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stereo-designer-stereoshaper/id791454067) - [Crystalline - Shimmer Echo FX](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crystalline-shimmer-echo-fx/id859121707) - [Caramel - Crusher FX](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/caramel-crusher-fx/id883581594) - [Stereo Designer Mini - AudioFX](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stereo-designer-mini-audiofx/id949810044) All apps by Holderness Media: https://appshunter.io/developer/431020308 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-23.*