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iKoto

iKoto

by GClue, Inc.

8 ratings
201 reviews
🎬 Entertainment
🎵 Music
$2.99

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Released
February 11, 2019
Updated
July 12, 2021

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GClue, Inc.
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Experience the traditional Japanese Koto (harp) on your iPhone. This app allows you to play oriental melodies, record your performances, and utilize features like tone scale changes and pitch bends. Enjoy a selection of sample music and export your recordings.

✓Virtual Koto instrument
✓Recording function
✓Tone scale changes
✓Pitch-bend function
✓WAV file export via WiFi
✓Preset tone scales
✓Sample music included
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What users say about iKoto

Reviews of iKoto are mixed: the Music app is rated 4.5/5 from 8 App Store ratings. What users like most: beautiful, authentic koto sound quality, easy to use interface for beginners. Top complaints: app crashes on launch or during use, sound not working in certain conditions. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🎵Beautiful, authentic koto sound quality
  • 👍Easy to use interface for beginners
  • 🎹Multiple tuning scales available
  • 🎚️Pitch bend functionality for expression
  • 💾Recording and playback features
  • 😌Relaxing and meditative experience
  • 🎯Responsive touch controls
  • 🎼Pre-recorded demo songs included

Negative things

  • 🐛App crashes on launch or during use
  • 🔇Sound not working in certain conditions
  • 📵Requires phone to be unmuted to function
  • 🎚️Tuning selection UI displays as blank/white text
  • 📱Display scaling issues on various devices
  • ⚠️Crashes when accessing settings
  • 🔄Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🎵Limited tuning options for modern music
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What's New in iKoto

5.0.1

July 12, 2021

Support iOS 14.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

iphone top / ipad flop

Während die Berührungsempfindlichkeit auf dem iphone einwandfrei funktioniert, sprechen die Saiten auf dem ipad teilweise nicht auf die Berührung an. Sehr schade.
UUllisan

とっても使いやすい

今日アプリをダウンロードして使いました。
自由に調弦出来たらもっといいなと思います！
刹那刹 那

I Love This App but…

You can’t have your phone on silent mode and I normally do.
Oovrdrvn

Needs Update

The sound no longer works.
SSkorps

wunderbar!!!

wer japanische klänge mag: kaufen!!! einen guten tee und dann ikoto spielen: meditation pur!!!! hab die rezennsion geschrieben, als die app draussen war: bach vielen jahren: immer noch eine meiner lieblingsapps❤️❤️❤️einfach nur wunderbar
Jjag64
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

10 issues

App crashes on startup or immediately after opening

Bug

Sound output fails without clear cause

Bug

Tuning selection screen displays blank/white text

Bug

Unable to change tuning modes

Bug

App crashes when entering settings or changing notes

Bug

Crashes when transferring songs

Bug

Crashes during recorded music playback

Bug

Display not optimized for newer screen sizes

Bug

Crashes at low battery levels

Bug

Incompatibility with latest iOS versions

Bug
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Requested Features

14 requests

Custom tuning/string adjustment capability

Feature

Support for modern music scales and genres

Feature

More pre-recorded demo songs

Feature

Ability to save unlimited recordings

Feature

MIDI file import/export functionality

Feature

Continuous loop playback for accompaniment

Feature

Pitch bend control via accelerometer

Feature

Additional Japanese instruments (Biwa, Shamisen, Shakuhachi)

Feature

Ambient background sounds (water, wind, birds)

Feature

Longer note sustain when holding strings

Feature

Variable string plucking force control

Feature

Auto-generated peaceful melodies

Feature

Octave change controls

Feature

Ability to save compositions with titles

Feature

FAQ

What is iKoto?

iKoto is a mobile application that simulates playing the Koto, a traditional Japanese stringed musical instrument, on an iPhone. It allows users to produce oriental tones, record their performances, and experiment with various musical features.

What are the key features of iKoto?

Key features include a virtual Koto instrument, recording capabilities with storage for up to three recordings, tone scale changes, pitch-bend functionality, and the ability to export recordings as WAV files via WiFi. It also comes with eleven preset tone scales and three sample music pieces.

Is iKoto free to use?

Yes, based on the provided information, iKoto is a free application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting it is entirely free to download and use.

What kind of music can I play with iKoto?

You can play a variety of music with iKoto, including traditional Japanese melodies that utilize oriental tones. The app comes with three sample pieces: 'Sakura', 'Rokudan', and 'Fur Elise', and allows for custom recordings with different tone scales.

How can I export my recordings?

iKoto allows you to export your recorded performances as WAV files. This can be done wirelessly via WiFi, enabling you to transfer your musical creations to a PC for further editing or sharing.