# Group the Loop — Loop with song structure.

> Section-based audio looper for music creation with song structures. (iPhone/iPad app by Jack Marshall.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/group-the-loop/id1029416579 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jack Marshall](https://appshunter.io/developer/1029416578)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $13.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 32 App Store ratings · 38 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.1 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-12-22
- Data updated: 2026-09-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/group-the-loop/id1029416579/reviews.md

## What is Group the Loop?

A section based audio looper for iPad and iPhone.

Record, loop, overdub, add effects and much more! The perfect music creation tool for performers, songwriters and beat boxers.

Create songs with verse, bridge and chorus structures and switch between them in real time.


Full list of features:

•  Record, loop and mix your voice or instruments.
•  Groups - Create song sections (e.g. Verse, Bridge, Chorus).
•  Universal support (iPad & iPhone).
•  Import audio files
•  Drag and drop
•  Ableton Link
•  Audiobus.
•  Inter-App Audio.
•  AudioShare.
•  Built in effects.
•  Audio unit v3 effects.
•  Drum machine.
•  Overdub.
•  Undo/redo.
•  Master Group - A dedicated group for drums and percussion which plays throughout your song.
•  MIDI control.
•  Metronome.
•  Mix - Volume and pan on every loop and group.
•  Input monitoring.
•  Count in - Counts you in to record.
•  CUE mode - Automatically play sections and record loops.
•  Manual tempo recording - Set the tempo by punching in/out the first loop.
•  Instant recording - Start/stops recording instantly, loop lengths are calculated automatically.
•  Performance Recording - Record your performances in real time.
•  Move - Move loops between groups.
•  Merge - Combine multiple loops.
•  Copy - Duplicate loops.
•  Name labels - Label instruments and song sections.
•  Tap tempo.
•  External audio interface support - Use an audio interface to connect instruments, PA's and amplifiers.
•  Pitch algorithm - Change the tempo by altering the pitch.
•  Time stretch algorithm - Change the tempo without altering the pitch.
•  Unique group tempo - Set a unique tempo for each section of a song.
•  Landscape, portrait and split view orientation (iPad only).
•  Sample accurate recording and playback - Keeps your loops in perfect sync.
•  32bit floating point audio engine.
and more...

## Key features

- Record, loop, and overdub audio
- Create song sections (verse, chorus)
- Real-time section switching
- Import audio files
- Built-in and AUv3 effects
- Drum machine
- MIDI control

## Chart rankings

- #184 in Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 38)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/group-the-loop/id1029416579/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect Looper

*2026-07-29*

Keep this great environment alive, please. It is a fantastic performance tool and instrument.

### 1/5 — The good reviews must surely be fake???

*2026-02-06*

This is the worst looper I have ever used. It crashed 5 times in the one day I used it. The tutorial locked up while I was using it and force quit. And when I finally managed to get a loop in, I discovered you cant change the timing of your recordings, so your microphone/headphones better have ZERO latency. Completely useless to me.

### 4/5 — Great app, but…

*2025-07-01*

When you go to select an AUv3 FX, nothing is in any discernible order. BLEASS Delay might 1/4 of the way down the list, while BLEASS Chorus might be down near the very bottom. Nothing is as alphabetical by plugin or developer. It makes searching for a specific eff3ct you have in mind unnecessarily burdensome.

### 5/5 — Yes!!

*2023-01-29, version 2.0.7*

I love this app, sound/work environment! I am Halley to see it is still being looked after and updated!

### 5/5 — Group the Loop remains the best iOS looping solution

*2022-11-23*

It has all of the critical features, and yet it remains simple and straightforward to use.  Thanks so much for such a great app!

### 5/5 — The BEST Looper (software or hardware unit) I have ever used

*2022-02-01*

THANK YOU to whoever made this!  I’m so impressed.  Half of me wants to keep this a secret, but the other half wants everyone to download it so we keep getting support, updates and improvements!

As standalone software, it is amazing and elegant.  It is very versatile.  It has Ableton Link.  Almost every aspect of control can easily be assigned to my foot and desktop midi controllers.  

👍

### 5/5 — Amazing App !!!

*2021-10-16, version 2.0.6*

This app is so well thought 

This application is really well thought out. Anything  you look for from a loop app, it’s got it. Best loop app I've seen!

### 4/5 — Ableton Link needs to be FIXED

*2021-08-05*

This app is SO GREAT, but with the update, Ableton link no longer works, PLEASE FIX THIS!! 😭

### 2/5 — Great idea that doesn’t work

*2021-05-10*

I just purchased this, regrettably. 

I’d read good things & the idea seems good. It doesn’t work as intended. I can’t import files by using Import buttons & dragging/dropping also doesn’t work.

 My 1 year old, fully updated ipad should have this running. iOS software is current. Useless and I will be requesting a refund ASAP.

**Developer response:** Hi Tina, sorry about this. I can confirm this bug is now fixed in version 2.0.5. Thanks for reporting it.

### 4/5 — Great looper, maybe the best available

*2021-04-21*

Great looper as it’s designed for creating song sections. The only reason I didn’t rate it a full 5 stars is that I think you should be able to play the sections sequentially, automatically without having to touch the screen to cue the next section. Otherwise, it’s an excellent and feature-packed looper.

## Frequently asked questions about Group the Loop

### What does Group the Loop do?

Group the Loop is a section-based audio looper designed for iPad and iPhone. It allows users to record, loop, overdub, and add effects to their audio. The app enables the creation of songs with distinct sections like verses, bridges, and choruses, which can be switched between in real time.

### What are the key features of Group the Loop?

Key features include recording and mixing voice or instruments, creating song sections called 'Groups' (e.g., Verse, Chorus), importing audio files, and utilizing built-in effects and Audio Unit v3 effects. It also includes a drum machine, overdub capabilities, and MIDI control.

### Is Group the Loop free to use?

Based on the provided information, the application is available for free. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscription models, indicating it is a free application.

### What devices is Group the Loop compatible with?

The app offers universal support for both iPad and iPhone. Specific features like landscape, portrait, and split-view orientation are noted as being available on iPad.

### Who would benefit from using Group the Loop?

This app is ideal for musicians, including performers, songwriters, and beatboxers, who want a mobile solution for creating music. Its song structure capabilities and real-time performance features make it suitable for live performances and composition.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.7 — 2023-01-27

Bug fixes

### 2.0.6 — 2021-09-08

Bug fix for Ableton Link on iOS14

### 2.0.5 — 2021-07-22

Bug fixes

### 2.0.4 — 2021-07-12

FX tails now continue after stopping and switching groups.
New Blip metronome sound.
Bug fixes and improvements.

### 2.0.3 — 2020-06-30

• Allow Manual Tempo for Ableton Link - Set the tempo of other apps using manual tempo mode.
• Bug fixes.

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## More apps by Jack Marshall

- [TimeLoop](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeloop/id1519972456)

All apps by Jack Marshall: https://appshunter.io/developer/1029416578

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