GarageBand

GarageBand

Make great music anywhere

117K ratings
3109 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 10, 2011
  • August 13, 2026

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Transform your device into a portable recording studio. Create music with virtual instruments, record vocals and guitars, and mix multi-track songs. Explore a vast library of sounds and effects to produce professional-sounding tracks anywhere.

Virtual instruments (keyboard, guitar, drums)
Multi-track recording (up to 32 tracks)
Live Loops for DJ-style creation
Sound Library for free instruments and loops
Virtual amps and stompbox effects
Smart Instruments for easy playing
Multi-Take Recording
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What's New in GarageBand

2.3.19

August 13, 2026

This update includes stability improvements and bug fixes

User reviews

What ???

I’ve been using Garage Band for years on my ipad to sketch ideas then I finish them in Logic. All of a sudden I can’t open my old songs and I can’t update.

- I feel betrayed by Apple.

Music fun

I accidentally made a banger

Not enough diversity?

So, I don’t really write reviews. But, I had really wanted to write a song and decided I should use this app. I slowly found out that they have very limited instruments for the kind of song I wanted to make, most was just more upbeat instruments. For example, why isn’t there a flute? Or any other kinds of percussion like that to make more flowy music instead of all upbeat. It’s a good app, and amazing for beginners just, can be annoying.
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Developers, fix this please

Whenever I use a specific synth sound (tight punch lead) from edges and angles pack, it makes my music files completely inaccessible..

I have the pack downloaded, but whenever I exit out of my song, it doesn’t let me back in, telling me something along the lines of “missing sound pack”

I have the pack.. please fix this because I can no longer access some of my greatest songs and I want to be able to make music with this pack. (Edges and Angles.)

Thanks.
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BAD JUST BAD

It took forever to download and I had the best inter net
Why the hell does this thing take forever!?
this company should be fired

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Sustain pedal issues causing incorrect playback

Bug

Recorded audio not saving or getting corrupted

Bug

Compatibility problems with iOS 11 and newer

Bug

Inconsistent behavior when editing and duplicating tracks

Bug

Delays and lags when using external audio apps

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Add more guitar, wind, and percussion instruments

Feature

Improve MIDI support and automation capabilities

Feature

Implement better mixing and mastering tools

Feature

Allow custom time signatures and tempo changes

Feature

Add a built-in tuner and metronome

Feature

FAQ

What can I do with this app?

This app transforms your device into a portable music creation studio. You can play virtual instruments, record audio like vocals or guitars, and arrange and mix songs with up to 32 tracks. It also features Live Loops for DJ-style music creation and a Sound Library for additional free instruments and loops.

Is this app free to use?

Yes, this application is completely free to download and use. It offers a full suite of music creation tools without any upfront cost or subscription fees.

What kind of instruments can I use?

You can play a wide variety of virtual instruments, including keyboards, guitars, basses, and drums, using Multi-Touch gestures. The app also offers Smart Instruments that simplify playing complex musical parts, and you can download additional instruments and loops from the Sound Library.

Can I record external instruments like a guitar?

Yes, you can plug in a guitar or bass and play through classic virtual amps and effects. You can also record any sound using a microphone or a guitar, and even record performances from third-party music apps using Audio Unit Extensions.

How many tracks can I use in a song?

You can record, arrange, and mix your song using up to 32 tracks. This allows for complex arrangements with multiple instrument layers, vocal tracks, and audio recordings.