Elastic Drums

Elastic Drums

The flexible groovebox

145 ratings
194 reviews
$9.99
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 17, 2014
  • July 31, 2025

Features

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This app offers a flexible groovebox experience, utilizing drum synthesis models for deeply tweakable sounds. It provides a powerful instrument for sound design and beat-making with extensive effects and a 16-step sequencer.

Drum synthesis models
Deeply tweakable sounds
Versatile effects section
16-step sequencer
Audio recording and export
Ableton Link synchronization
Inter-App Audio support
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What users say

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What's New in Elastic Drums

2.5.3

July 31, 2025

Bugfix: Button / Link to Inter-App Audio host did not work anymore

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In-App Purchases

Free

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User reviews

Clunky IAA is a workflow killer

The lack of AUv3 integration makes using this app in a host, such as AUM, a really clunky affair - jumping between screens is a real workflow killer. Their other apps enjoy regular (and great!) updates, hopefully this will get some love too then it really will be a 5 star app.

Restoreが出来ない。

気に入っていたのにRestoreが出来ずに、購入したものが使えない

Masterpiece

Elastic stuff rules.

A drum machine is only as good as its sequencer

…heard it somewhere and fully agree with the statement. And the sequencer here is too basic - pretty much killing anything good in this app. Only giving it 2 stars for the effort. Almost like the dev never had a good drum mashing in his hands… a real disappointment considering the reviews.

Externe MIDI Clock

Als Standalone Drumcomputer funktioniert die App gut und macht echt Spaß. Eigentlich gibt es auch genügend Möglichkeiten, sie über MIDI anzusteuern. Nur leider wird die externe MIDI Clock bei mir sporadisch immer wieder mit doppelter Geschwindigkeit von der App erkannt. Dies tritt bei allen getesteten MIDI Adaptern und Synthesizern auf. Man muss die MIDI Clock auf dem externen Gerät dann ausschalten und wieder aktivieren, damit sie neu in der App synchronisiert wird. Gibt es eine Lösung dafür?
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Crashing and freezing issues on certain devices

Bug

Audio glitches when switching presets

Bug

Timing and sync problems with external apps

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

AUv3 support for state saving and better DAW integration

Feature

More flexible song/arrangement mode

Feature

Improved MIDI mapping and control

Feature

Additional synthesis engines and sound design options

Feature

Enhanced performance and live playback features

Feature

FAQ

What is Elastic Drums?

Elastic Drums is a flexible groovebox app that uses drum synthesis models instead of samples. This allows for deeply tweakable sounds and radical sound shaping, making it a powerful instrument for both beat-making and sound design.

What are the key features of Elastic Drums?

Key features include 6 synth channels with 20 percussion synth engines, 12 parameters per engine, automation for parameters, a versatile effects section with master effects, a 16-step sequencer with per-channel multipliers and lengths, and audio recording with export options.

How much does Elastic Drums cost?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This allows users to acquire additional features or content beyond the core functionality.

What platforms is Elastic Drums compatible with?

Elastic Drums is designed for iOS devices. It supports Audiobus, Audiobus Remote, Inter-App Audio, and Ableton Link synchronization, facilitating integration with other music production tools.

What are common use cases for Elastic Drums?

Common use cases include creating electronic music beats, experimenting with unique percussion sounds through synthesis, designing custom drum kits, and integrating the app into a larger digital audio workstation (DAW) setup via Ableton Link or Inter-App Audio.