# Ill Technique — A Tool For Freestyle Rappers

> Freestyle rap utility with word prompts, beats, and practice modes. (iPhone/iPad app by Rory Allen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ill-technique/id1124362253 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rory Allen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1124362252)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 60 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-07-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ill-technique/id1124362253/reviews.md

## What is Ill Technique?

Ill Technique is the ultimate freestyle rap utility for iOS. Whether you are in the midst of a cypher, or preparing yourself for battle, Ill Technique makes sure you are never short of words to inspire, and beats to rhyme on. Ill Technique has you covered, whether you are a budding emcee or a seasoned veteran.

Features:

- three modes: "4-bar blues" the gold standard for freestyle cyphers, "Training Day" increasingly difficult, "Triple Trouble" three words/phrases instead of one

- hundreds of words divided into 5 separate skill levels, so you are never short of inspiration

- a library of instrumental HipHop beats from featured beat maker e-Pb

- beat manager allowing you to add and remove beats from your cyphers playlist, and purchase additional beat packs contains more beats and more words

- tempo setting to manually set the pace of both the beats and the cypher

- frequency setting allowing words to be delivered every 2, 4, 8, 12, or 16 bars

- difficulty setting allowing you to set the number of syllables for the words and phrases presented (from 1-5), or simply mix words of all difficulties.


Stay tuned for much more in coming updates...

## Key features

- Multiple freestyle modes
- Hundreds of word prompts
- Instrumental HipHop beats
- Customizable beat playlist
- Adjustable tempo and word frequency
- Syllable difficulty settings

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Append | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ill-technique/id1124362253/reviews.md

### 5/5 — True freestylers rejoice!

*2021-07-09*

Sick app for true freestylers

## Frequently asked questions about Ill Technique

### What is Ill Technique?

Ill Technique is a utility app designed to help freestyle rappers find inspiration and practice their skills. It offers word prompts and instrumental beats to aid in cyphers and battles.

### What modes does Ill Technique offer?

Ill Technique includes three modes: '4-bar blues' for standard cyphers, 'Training Day' for increasing difficulty, and 'Triple Trouble' which uses three words or phrases at once.

### Can I customize the beats in Ill Technique?

Yes, Ill Technique features a beat manager that allows you to add and remove beats from your playlist. You can also purchase additional beat packs for more variety.

### How does Ill Technique help with word inspiration?

The app provides hundreds of words categorized into five skill levels, ensuring you have a constant supply of inspiration. You can also adjust the difficulty based on syllable count.

### What devices is Ill Technique compatible with?

Ill Technique is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### Does Ill Technique have ads?

No, Ill Technique does not contain advertisements.

### What is the age rating for Ill Technique?

Ill Technique is rated '12+' by the app store, indicating it is suitable for users aged 12 and older.

### When was Ill Technique last updated?

The latest version of Ill Technique was released on December 20, 2019, with the app first launching on July 4, 2016.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 2.0 — 2019-12-20

New Modes:
"4-Bar Blues" - Standard cypher mode that we all know and love. A random word to inspire you every few bars.
"Triple Trouble" - Three words instead of one. Try to craft an immaculate piece of beat poetry using all three words before the next three come.
"Training Day" - Great for sharpening your craft, or just for warming up. Starts with single syllable words and gradually increases difficulty.

New Store:
Ill Technique comes preloaded with 5 fresh rhythms from beatmaker e-Pb, plus 500 words for inspiration to get you started. But you can purchase additional packs that add 5 more beats to your beat library, and 500 additional words.

Improved UX/UI:
A totally redesign of all visual elements and a simplified user experience of the App.

Improved Audio Engine:
Ill Technique was rebuilt from the ground up and central to this was rebuilding the audio engine to mix beats seamlessly for a perfect uninterrupted cypher

### 1.0 — 2016-06-22

This update is signed with Apple’s latest signing certificate. No new features are included.

## More apps by Rory Allen

- [SteadyMama](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steadymama/id6754006300)

All apps by Rory Allen: https://appshunter.io/developer/1124362252

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