Instrument 1

Instrument 1

by Artiphon Inc.

9 ratings
25 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 24 May 2025)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 22, 2016
  • January 19, 2022

Features

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About

This companion app unlocks the full potential of a musical device. Explore a vast library of sounds, design custom instruments, and experiment with various playing modes and techniques. It seamlessly integrates with popular music software and other iOS apps.

Extensive sound library (guitar, piano, drums, etc.)
Custom instrument design and saving
Multiple playing modes (Fretted, Grid, Pad)
Various playing techniques (Strum, Bow, Tap)
Built-in arpeggiator
iBow virtual bow feature
MIDI compatibility
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What's New in Instrument 1

1.3.4

January 19, 2022

We’ve fixed some formatting issues that caused the screen to get cut off in certain views. Now you can see what you’re doing.

User reviews

Please please please make it Aum 3!

I love the instrument but so much more can be done with it!

Response from developer

Hey there, thanks for leaving a review! We're always open to feedback about our instruments. Please feel free to reach out to us at support@artiphon.com with more details about what you're looking to do with INSTRUMENT 1.

Crashes the iPad every time I connect

The device is good and the software is ok, but it crashes my iPad every time I connect the instrument - not a good experience. As this is now a fairly “old” device I doubt this will get any attention but it’s very annoying.

Response from developer

Hey there, I'm sorry the app is giving you issues. Please reach out to our support team at support@artiphon.com and we'll be happy to resolve them. Thanks.

Fix the ui integration on the iPhone 13

The app is nice for on the go jamming, but it makes it hard when the “play in background “ button is covered and inaccessible.

So disappointed

I love the artiphon hardware, but the software, (this app) is absolutely terrible. you cant really do anything with it, as far as presets, you can create your own, but you cant save them to the device reliably, and try to delete one.. nope. you have to uninstall/reinstall the app to clean things up. This device had so much promise, but was completely hobbled by this crappy app. what on earth were they thinking? It would seem artiphon pretty much abandoned the device, leaving it a paperweight. I use it with other MPE software, but cant really depend on it, as the settings on the device itself really depend on this idiot app. Maybe if they let you program the app with midi cc codes, as a workaround, but ,, noooo .. they wanted it to be proprietary, and succeeded … unfortunate.
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Waiting for an update for iPhone 12 mini

The app is confusing but functional—and they only way to manage the settings on the Instrument1, but it doesn’t display properly on the iPhone 12 mini screen. Settings are cut off and buttons and other selections unreachable.

It’s extremely frustrating to buy an excellent MIDI controller and have to use bargain basement software to configure it.

Still waiting months after the model was announced and released for what should be a minor issue to fix.
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FAQ

What does the Instrument 1 app do?

The Instrument 1 app serves as the iOS companion for the Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1 device. It allows you to play a wide variety of pre-built musical sounds, design your own custom instruments by combining sounds, techniques, and tunings, and configure different playing modes and methods.

What are the key features of the Instrument 1 app?

Key features include a custom-built collection of sounds like guitar, piano, and drums, the ability to design and save your own instruments, multiple playing modes such as Fretted and Grid, and various playing techniques like Strum and Bow. It also includes a built-in arpeggiator and an iBow feature.

How much does the Instrument 1 app cost?

The Instrument 1 app is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description, indicating it is a free application.

What devices is the Instrument 1 app compatible with?

The app is designed for iOS devices, specifically iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It connects to the INSTRUMENT 1 device using a USB-to-Lightning cable. The INSTRUMENT 1 itself can also be played with any iOS, OS X, or PC program that accepts MIDI.

Can I use the Instrument 1 app with other music software?

Yes, the app allows you to configure and store custom presets that can be accessed when connecting your INSTRUMENT 1 to popular music software like Ableton Live, GarageBand, Logic, and MainStage. It also works with other iOS music apps such as Animoog and ThumbJam.