# JamBandit > Virtual talent platform for interactive musical performance on touchscreen devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Recombinant Inc.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jambandit/id477976181 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Recombinant Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/477976184) - Category: Music, Entertainment - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.60/5 from 25 App Store ratings · 32 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 93 MB - Languages: American English, Arabic, Catalan, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek and 20 more - Released: 2013-03-13 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jambandit/id477976181/reviews.md ## What is JamBandit? JamBandit is a virtual talent platform that Puts the Fan In The Band, enabling anyone to play any song on any instrument, expertly and improvisationally, just by touching the screen. Our goal is to make it possible for all music fans to express themselves in a creative environment with songs and artists they know and love. With JamBandit, there are no strings, frets, or keys. It’s just you, a touchscreen, and the magical ability to play. JamBandit comes pre-loaded with great songs to get you playing like a professional right away. More songs are available inside the app, including hit songs and classics, with more to come. Thanks for playing! ## Key features - Play any song on any instrument - Touchscreen interface - Improvisational playing - Pre-loaded song library - In-app song purchases - Creative musical expression ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | ALL ACCESS | $0.99 | one-time | | Anywhere I Go (Acoustic) - Slightly Stoopid | Free | one-time | | Rock/Pop Instrument Pack | $0.99 | one-time | | Synth Instrument Pack | $0.99 | one-time | | Blues Wave (Dumpstaphunk) | Free | one-time | | I Wish You Would (Dumpstaphunk) | Free | one-time | | Down (Meat Puppets) | Free | one-time | | Leave Your Head Alone (Meat Puppets) | Free | one-time | | Original One (Meat Puppets) | Free | one-time | | Itself (Galaxy of Tar) | Free | one-time | | Jordan Rudess Snarling Pack | $0.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 32) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jambandit/id477976181/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Ok...I don’t know how to access all the instruments I purchased *2020-12-02* Maybe I’m missing something but I don’t see how clicking on the guitar gets me to any new set of instruments I tried long pressing all of them but to no avail perhaps I have to have a song that uses these instruments I don’t know it’s really fun pretty fun not really fun ha ha I paid for instruments and I don’t know how to access them ### 2/5 — Disappointing *2020-10-08* The first version of JamBandit was a delight to use and a serious musical contribution -a credit to the founder of the underlying algorithms. I have no idea what the developers had in mind with the current version, but it seems to be a trivial, superficial toy with minimal functionality. It would be great to see the previous version reinstated -maybe ‘jambandit classic’ ### 5/5 — The best jamming music app I own! *2015-11-20* Great app! Not possible to play wrong notes based on the song. I wish I could download more instruments like I do with Thumbjam. Also I would like to use my own or any track to solo with. One last suggestion: please add an arpeggiator function. ### 3/5 — Better than Smule ..kinda *2015-05-29* Just downloaded this app and think it's brilliant👏 my only complaint is not able to record longer version to be shared😞 I suppose I would need to purchase to get that kind of freedom. But regardless of that beautifully done! ### 2/5 — Ehh *2014-11-18* You have to buy all access to really enjoy this app ### 4/5 — Could be fantastic *2014-09-16, version 1.1.1* This app has great potential, sounds and playing UI are superb but it needs a few missing features to make it a serious music tool... It needs Audiobus, iAA, midi in and midi out and the ability to be able to define one's own tracks and scales then it would rock as a compositional tool. ### 5/5 — Super fantastic *2014-07-08, version 1.1.1* Download this and you won't be sorry. Hours of fun. Play music in a new and easy way. You don't have to know how to play an instrument or read music. Great for children. I LOVE this app! ### 5/5 — Extraordinarily good!! *2014-04-24, version 1.1.1* This is a stunning bit of technology! ### 5/5 — A work of art! *2014-01-27, version 1.1.1* Genius. Lots of fun. ### 5/5 — Remarkable *2014-01-20* A fluid experience and something I've been looking for for nearly 20 years since I imagined a similar concept. For non-musicians, this is a brilliant tool for feeling part of the music and creating new variations of your own. Wicked good ## Frequently asked questions about JamBandit ### What is JamBandit? JamBandit is a virtual talent platform that allows users to play any song on any instrument using just their touchscreen. It aims to make musical expression accessible to all fans, enabling them to improvise with songs and artists they love without needing physical instruments. ### How do I play music with JamBandit? You play music by touching the screen. The app removes the need for strings, frets, or keys, allowing for intuitive and improvisational playing. It comes with pre-loaded songs, and more can be purchased within the app. ### Is JamBandit free to use? The app is free to download and comes with pre-loaded songs. Additional songs, including hit songs and classics, are available for purchase within the app. ### What kind of songs are available? JamBandit is pre-loaded with a selection of great songs to get you started. More songs are available for purchase inside the app, featuring hit songs and classics, with plans to add more over time. ### Who is JamBandit for? This app is designed for all music fans who wish to express themselves creatively by playing music. It's ideal for those who don't have access to traditional instruments or prior musical training but want to experience the joy of playing songs they know and love. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.5.4 — 2022-08-15 - Fixed song download issues ### 1.5.3 — 2018-07-24 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - Fixed issue with + sized iPhones ### 1.5.2 — 2018-05-17 Updated interface design, support for multitrack songs, rhythmic controls, and musically responsive visuals. ### 1.5.1 — 2018-05-16 Updated interface design, support for multitrack songs, rhythmic controls, and musically responsive visuals. ### 1.5 — 2018-05-15 Updated interface design, support for multitrack songs, rhythmic controls, and musically responsive visuals. ## Apps similar to JamBandit | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [MIDI SolFa Mode-Go-Round](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-solfa-mode-go-round/id549623618) | 4.5 (2) | $3.99 | Music | | [PentaMonochord](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pentamonochord/id1582880506) | 5.0 (1) | $1.99 | Music | | [Soye Player](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soye-player/id1390339372) | 1.0 (1) | Free | Music | | [TN-DR(drum machine)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tn-drdrum-machine/id1050709868) | — | Free | Music | | [AUMI](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aumi/id647002265) | 5.0 (4) | Free | Music | | [Midiflow Scales (Audiobus)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midiflow-scales-audiobus/id1107244767) | 3.8 (4) | $1.99 | Music | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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