# EGDR808 Drum Machine lite — Vintage Drum Machine emulation

> Vintage 80s drum machine emulator with sequencer and pattern creation. (iPhone/iPad app by Elliott Garage.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/egdr808-drum-machine-lite/id683956817 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Elliott Garage](https://appshunter.io/developer/454709866)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 1,129 App Store ratings · 170 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 78 MB
- Languages: American English, Catalan, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Hebrew and 16 more
- Released: 2013-08-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/egdr808-drum-machine-lite/id683956817/reviews.md

## What is EGDR808 Drum Machine lite?

EGDR808 v3.0 is here with full AU3 Audio Unit support!

ElliottGarage presents EGDR808, a drum machine that emulates the vintage hardware from the 80's.

Its realistic and clear interface recalls the analog machine from the past, for all the vintage fanatics.
You can play with the rythm presets included or you can create your own pattern.


"Love That Classic '808 Drum Machine? EMULATE the '808 w/ EGDR808" - iOSsociety

"...attention to detail in recreating the vintage look is uncanny, and faithfully emulated. More importantly the sound is spot on. Elliott Garage really put some love into this going for the same functionalities and feel of the old machine. It's love you can hear, and music lovers as well as vintage enthusiasts should agree this is one of the best 808s on iOS. " - SmiteMatter.com

Features:
- Interface like the real drum machine from the 80's
- 16 steps sequencer
- 12 programmable rythm patterns and 4 fills patterns
- Auto fill in every 2, 4, 8, 12 or 16 pattern
- Drumkit pieces parameters control (tuning, decay and snappy)

Buy the full version of the EGDR08 (in-app purchase) to unlock all the advanced functionalities:
- Save the pattern you've created and play your songs
- Manual Play, Pattern Write and Pattern Clear mode
- Song Mode page (swipe to left to open)
- Swing and tap tempo
- Interapp Instrument
- Core MIDI (network session, external controllers, MIDI inter app)
- Audiobus
- Ableton link support
- Export with iTunes, mail or MAPI Audio Copy
- AU3 support

Check the videos on http://www.youtube.com/ElliottGarage

support: info@elliottgarage.com

## Key features

- Realistic 80s drum machine interface
- 16-step sequencer
- Programmable rhythm and fill patterns
- Drum kit parameter control
- AU3 Audio Unit support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| EGDR808 FULL | $5.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of EGDR808 Drum Machine lite?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🎉 Faithful 808 emulation
- 💡 Convenient for practicing/songwriting
- 👍 Intuitive interface

**Cons**

- 🐛 Restore purchase not working
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔋 Battery draining issues
- 🤯 Confusing/missing features
- 💰 Overpriced for the functionality
- 🤬 Aggressive upselling/in-app purchases

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Restore purchase not working
- Crashes on certain actions
- Tempo/timing issues
- UI/UX bugs (buttons not responding, layout issues)
- Incompatibility with some devices/OSes

**Most requested features**

- Ability to edit/customize samples
- Better saving/exporting options
- More comprehensive manual and tutorials
- Improved MIDI support
- Compatibility fixes for newer devices

## Recent user reviews (10 of 170)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/egdr808-drum-machine-lite/id683956817/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No auv3

*2026-07-25, version 3.2*

Useless just a money grab. Screw you delete the free version if you wanna make it paid only.

### 1/5 — Fixen oder Geld zurück

*2026-05-05*

Eigentlich nette App… aaaaaber das bringt alles nichts, wenn die Speicherfunktion nicht richtig funktioniert. Denn, wenn man einen Song wieder öffnet, blieb nur der Song-Mode erhalten. Alle Sound- und Pattern, die selbst gesetzt wurden, sind weg. Nur der Defaultsong wird für den Pattern-Mode geladen. Deine eigenen sind lost.
Dieses Problem gibt es auch bei eurer 909 Version!!!
Bitte fixen oder Geld zurück.

### 5/5 — It’s a very cool app

*2026-04-15*

I like it

### 1/5 — Restore purchase not working on iPad

*2025-11-26, version 3.1.6*

Restore purchase is not working on iPad.

### 1/5 — Paying for it DOES NOT WORK!

*2025-11-15*

I tried the demo and liked it.  Paid the eight bucks for the full version, but the app still shows as a demo.  So I uninstalled the app hoping that a reinstall would get me the app I paid for.  Now the App Store shows that I have to pay eight bucks again to get the pro version, and the lite version is not available for my iPad.
I don't know if the app is broken, or if the App Store is broken today, but I want my eight bucks back!

### 1/5 — Junk

*2025-09-30*

Cannot figure it out. Keeps asking for full version purchase.

### 5/5 — IAP not transferring to second iPad [SOLVED]

*2025-09-29, version 3.1.6*

I was advised to make this payment, so I did, a message then appeared telling me I already paid and I could download for free, I had to get this advice from friends on the LoopyPro Forum, but at least I now have access to EDGR808 on both iPads 👍
19 September 
I downloaded the lite version on my iPad Air 4 and discovered how good it was so I paid £5.99 for the full upgrade, fantastic, but when I downloaded it to my 13” iPad Air M2 on the same Apple account it asked me to pay again!  Restore Purchases did not work!
Contacted the developer twice but no reply, still can’t use it on my 13” Air 🤯

### 1/5 — IAP not transferring to second iPad

*2025-09-19, version 3.1.6*

I downloaded the lite version on my iPad Air 4 and discovered how good it was so I paid £5.99 for the full upgrade, fantastic, but when I downloaded it to my 13” iPad Air M2 on the same Apple account it asked me to pay again!  Restore Purchases did not work!
Contacted the developer twice but no reply, still can’t use it on my 13” Air 🤯

### 2/5 — Its alright

*2025-04-03, version 3.1.6*

An update is needed for all their products. The 808 works fine unlike the 909. Maybe update for newer operating system. The Ableton Link feature is nice.

Also the manual doesn’t work. It doesn’t let me scroll through the pages. Pretty poor tbh…

### 5/5 — Top

*2025-01-12*

Muito bom obrigado.

## Frequently asked questions about EGDR808 Drum Machine lite

### What does the EGDR808 Drum Machine lite app do?

This app emulates a classic 80s hardware drum machine, offering a realistic interface and sound. It allows users to create their own rhythms using a 16-step sequencer and programmable patterns, with control over individual drum kit parameters.

### What are the key features of this drum machine app?

Key features include a realistic interface reminiscent of vintage 80s drum machines, a 16-step sequencer, 12 programmable rhythm patterns and 4 fill patterns, and control over drum kit parameters like tuning and decay. It also supports AU3 Audio Unit integration.

### Is this app free to use?

The EGDR808 Drum Machine lite is available for free. However, it offers in-app purchases to unlock advanced functionalities such as saving patterns, manual play modes, song mode, swing and tap tempo, inter-app instrument capabilities, Core MIDI, Audiobus, Ableton Link, and export options.

### What kind of music is this app best for?

This app is ideal for creating music that utilizes the iconic sounds of the 80s, particularly in genres like electronic, hip-hop, and pop. It's perfect for users who want to capture the authentic feel and sonic character of vintage drum machines.

### What devices is EGDR808 Drum Machine lite compatible with?

The app is designed for iOS devices and supports AU3 Audio Unit, which is compatible with modern DAWs and audio applications on iOS. Specific iOS version compatibility is not detailed but it's generally expected to work on recent versions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2 — 2026-04-28

- Fixed timing issues when hosted as AUv3
- Fixed crash during recording when hosted as AUv3
- Fixed fill enqueue issue when hosted as AUv3

### 3.1.6 — 2021-09-24

- iOS 15 / iPadOS 15 ready

### 3.1.5 — 2019-05-11

- Fix for tuning knob when reopening the AU3 from external hosts

### 3.1.3 — 2019-02-07

- Fixed visualization on iPhone X 
- Fixed bug on autofill
- Improved audio engine

### 3.1.2 — 2019-01-28

- Fixed visualization on iPhone X 
- Fixed bug on autofill
- Improved audio engine

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All apps by Elliott Garage: https://appshunter.io/developer/454709866

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