This app offers a virtual trombone experience, allowing users to play melodies by touching or blowing into their device and sliding to change pitch. It includes a songbook with guided play-along options and the ability to practice scales and songs.
Summarized from real user reviews of iBone. Based on 21 reviews and a 4.7/5 average, it highlights the 13 positives and 11 negatives reviewers mention most about this Music app.
1.6.0
May 15, 2026
+ Updated for current iOS versions and devices + Improved interface compatibility + Improved song pack purchases, restores, and downloads + Improved notification setup + Improved audio playback
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Jesu with Dreidel Song Pack
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8 issues
App crashes in settings
App crashes on Verizon iPhones
18 requests
Add more types of trombones (Bass, Valve, Alto, Soprano, Piccolo)
Add more songs to the songbook
iBone is a virtual trombone application for iPhone and iPod Touch that allows users to play, learn, and practice the instrument. It simulates the sound and playing mechanics of a real trombone, offering a portable and accessible musical experience.
Playing is intuitive: touch or blow into your device to produce sound, slide your finger to change pitch, and raise or lower the virtual bell to adjust volume. The app covers a two and a half octave range, allowing for slurs and slides.
Yes, iBone includes a songbook with guided play-along features. 'roboBone' can show you how to hit the right notes at the right time, and you can also play along with your own music from your iPod library.
The app comes with seven free songs to get you started. Additional songs can be purchased and downloaded through in-app purchases, expanding your song library.
The application is designed for iPhone and iPod Touch devices. It utilizes the device's microphone for blowing input and its touch screen for pitch and volume control.
