# iPG-800 > iPad MIDI controller app emulating Roland PG-800, PG-300, PG-200, PG-1000 programmers. (iPhone/iPad app by kentai.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipg-800/id542179981 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [kentai](https://appshunter.io/developer/542179984) - Category: Music - Price: Free (on sale, was $4.99) - Rating: 4.70/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 29 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 5.1.1 · 6 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2012-07-18 - Data updated: 2026-09-11 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipg-800/id542179981/reviews.md ## What is iPG? iPG-800 is a MIDI Controller iPad app emulating the functionality of the PG-800, PG-300, PG-200 and PG-1000 Synthesizer Programmers that were built by Roland. It only works with a Roland JX-8P, MKS-70, JX-10 (with Colin Fraser OS or Fred Vecoven OS), Alpha Juno 1+2, MKS-50, HS-80, JX-3P with Organix or Kiwitechnics OS and D-50/D-550. iPG-800 is a CoreMIDI app and connects to CoreMIDI compatible MIDI-Interfaces that support sysex like the iRig MIDI (e.g. Alesis IO Dock does not work) and to wireless MIDI Network sessions. Note: No Parameterfeedback for JX-10 with Colin Fraser OS ## Key features - Emulates PG-800, PG-300, PG-200, PG-1000 - Works with specific Roland synthesizers - CoreMIDI compatible - Supports sysex MIDI interfaces - Wireless MIDI Network support ## Recent user reviews (10 of 29) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipg-800/id542179981/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Works on Mac OS! *2026-06-26, version 1.4.2* Was looking for an editor for my alpha Juno - super happy to have something that works! I only rated 4/5 because I can’t type a patch name in, save it, and/or look at all the patches from the editor itself - I still have to use the alpha wheel on the synth to do the naming, and the membrane buttons to select patches. But overall very happy and can confirm it works on Apple silicon Macs (for now…) ### 5/5 — Super JX unleashed *2022-12-16, version 1.4.2* Seems like everyone fell asleep on this for the last few years, but just stopping by to say that this little app is superb. I have the beasty MKS-70, and this little app makes sound creation very accessible. … Let me ask this - could you possibly develop an MKS-80 app? I’d be the first in line. ### 5/5 — Essential if you have a MIDI enabled iPad. *2020-02-29, version 1.4.2* I have only tested this with my Alpha Juno 1 at the moment, but also have a D-50 and a JX-8P to try. Simply works straight ‘out of the box’ for the Juno, with no noticeable lag. Amazing, No Brainer alternative to getting a dedicated Roland PG programmer - which like much old 80’s gear, are over priced and suffer from reliability issues. I am using this with an irig 2 interface with no issues whatsoever. ### 5/5 — Works with ease! *2019-10-10, version 1.4.2* Simple and to the point. Makes programming older rolands a breeze. Thanks! ### 5/5 — Simply brilliant *2019-09-29, version 1.4.2* I have an MKS-70 and a Alpha Juno 2. Programming has always been a chore.....until now that is. This app has changed the game as far as these synth are concerned. If any of you out there a wondering about this app, buy it, just buy it, you will not regret it. ### 5/5 — Replace PG1000 - PG800 - PG200 *2019-09-23, version 1.4.2* Simply perfect, good User Interface and design respectful from original remotes! Works with iPad 1 under iOS 5, special mention for this endeavour. thanks for this app! ### 3/5 — Original JX-3P Support? *2019-01-19, version 1.4.2* I own an original, unmodified JX-3P just bought this and discovered I need an Organix OS update? I don’t h@ve the KIWI and have never heard of Organix. I’ll try this when I get home and up my review to 5 stars if it works somehow... ### 5/5 — No brainier *2018-06-23, version 1.4.2* Amazing !!!!nuff said😉 buy it ### 5/5 — works beautifully *2018-05-05, version 1.4.2* flawless with alpha juno 2! ### 5/5 — Stop waiting and get this app! *2017-07-26, version 1.4.2* If you want your jx-8p to come alive, this is a must have. App works perfectly as described. Thank you so much! ## Frequently asked questions about iPG ### What does the iPG-800 app do? The iPG-800 app is a MIDI controller for iPad that emulates the functionality of classic Roland synthesizer programmers like the PG-800, PG-300, PG-200, and PG-1000. It allows you to directly control and edit parameters on compatible Roland synthesizers from your iPad. ### Which Roland synthesizers are compatible with iPG-800? This app is designed to work with specific Roland models including the JX-8P, MKS-70, JX-10 (with specific OS versions), Alpha Juno 1+2, MKS-50, HS-80, JX-3P (with specific OS versions), and D-50/D-550. Compatibility may vary with certain operating system versions on some synths. ### How does iPG-800 connect to synthesizers? iPG-800 is a CoreMIDI app. It connects to your compatible Roland synthesizers through CoreMIDI compatible MIDI interfaces that support sysex messages. It can also connect via wireless MIDI Network sessions. ### Is iPG-800 free to use? Based on the provided information, iPG-800 is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model. ### What are the main benefits of using iPG-800? The primary benefit is gaining hands-on, tactile control over the parameters of your compatible Roland vintage synthesizers directly from your iPad. This offers a more intuitive and efficient workflow compared to editing directly on the synthesizer or using less specialized software. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.4.2 — 2017-03-28 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Fixed Parameter Request Command and Midi channel setting in the D-50 mode. Thanks to John Conway for noticing this bug. iPG-800 is fully compatible with the new Roland D-05. Doesn't support Vecoven V4 Version for the JX-10. ### 1.4.1 — 2016-10-22 small fix in the D-50 parameter feedback ### 1.4 — 2016-10-17 integrated a virtual PG-1000 for editing the D-50/D-550 ### 1.3.2 — 2016-02-27 - fixed a bug, where for the JX-8P the slider weren't updated anymore upon receiving a patch ### 1.3.1 — 2016-02-24 - MKS-70 Mode now with Tone A/B selection from the panel - added a MIDI Thru function for MKS users with minimal setup ## Apps similar to iPG | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [EduSynth - Educational Synth](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edusynth-educational-synth/id6758921153) | — | Free | Music | | [Drum School](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-school/id414417836) | 4.7 (252) | $24.99 | Music | | [Patch Base](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patch-base/id1070270299) | 3.4 (85) | Free | Music | | [GORILLA SYNTH](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gorilla-synth/id6756503672) | 4.9 (21) | $4.99 | Music | | [Thesys](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thesys/id655513441) | 4.7 (85) | Free | Music | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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