KORG Gadget 3 User Reviews

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Update has caused memory error

After the update I have lost all of my songs and projects, I am athlete devastated by this and I’ll probably stop using this app cause of this

Reduziert ist manchmal besser

Man konzentriert sich mehr auf das Songschreiben. Keine DAW ist so schnell wie Gadget. Die meisten Synths so so simple, den Sound den man sucht hat man schnell gefunden. Das einzige was mir fehlt ist ein linearer Sequenzer.

Response from developer

Hello. We are glad to know you enjoy the KORG Gadget. If you ever have any reports or requests about it, feel free to contact us at our support channel: https://support.korguser.net/hc/en-us/requests/new Best regards, KORG App Team

More Sample Options

Been with this app for years and absolutely love it. If anything, I would love to see more sample library options for Sydney, Stockholm, Bilbao and Abu Dhabí gadgets. We have enough instruments already, this device would benefit greatly with more character from samples… good ones, not repeats of someone rerecording samples of Korg Gadget instruments.
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Love this App, Please separate store from the main recording and mixing part of the app.

I have spent so much money on Korg Hardware, Apps, Gadgets, and Expansions. It would be really nice to separate the store and any Gadgets I haven’t used from the Gadget Selection screen. I feel like I’m being forced to buy every single instrument even though I really have no use for the vintage video game ones, it would be nice not to have these distractions while working on Music. It would also be nice to discount the Mac version for iOS owners who have spent over $200 in Gadgets and Expansions.

Your response makes it seems like you are not even reading or listening to what I said. You should still be able to have a separate part of the Gadgets app for buying new gadgets, just like your other apps have a separate store section and don’t have to see things they haven’t purchased when scrolling through expansions they have purchased. I should be able to go through the gadgets I’ve purchased without being forced to see all the overpriced 8 bit video game gadgets I have no want or need for.
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Fantastic, but for less obvious reasons…

Great DAW, but not my first go to - HOWEVER, the synths alone that are bundled with this are well worth the asking price, as they are all AUv3 and fully compatible with other major DAWs on this platform. Accessing them is very, very simple too. Upon initial purchase you immediately have full access to 19 plugins, including 4 feature-packed drum machines and more than 10 synths. Other plugins are available as IAPs, but that’s up to you…
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iCloud and AUM custom presets bugs

When opening a saved Gadget project, custom presets (for example saved in Vancouver or Sydney) using iCloud samples produce no sound. I have to load a different preset, then load the original saved preset.

Also, when loading AU Gadget versions in AUM, my user preset folders are completely blank.

Essential

I made my first complete Korg Gadget project twelve years ago on a second generation iPad. All these years later I have over 100 "keeper" Gadget projects - 5+ hours of music. I have DAWs (including the Mac version of Gadget) and a ton of soft synths, but Gadget on my iPad is my go-to composition tool. It is an inspiration machine that lets me compose anywhere my muse strikes. Now on an m4 iPad, I am grateful that Korg continues to release new Gadgets and sound packs that help me bust out of a rut. Korg synths have always sounded great, and the pairing with the Keystage 49 is just brilliant.
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Version 3 is an evolution

You need this. Amazing

Korg has definitely helped spread the Joy of Music Creation across the World, Analog and Digital.

From their Classic Iconic Analog Synths and Digital Workstations, to their Volcas and iOS apps, I do truly appreciate all of the creative hardware and software Korg had invented. The iOS apps and Volca series may seem like toys and not serious music making devices but they are extremely professional and fun at the same time. Ultimately Music is about having Fun, Connecting with People, Feeling and Expressing Emotions. Korg has definitely proven this with their iOS apps and Volca Devices, I appreciate them making Analog and Professional Music Creation more accessible and affordable to the World. Thank You Korg.
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Gadgets UI Outdated and Overpriced, Not Justifiable for the Money

This app may get constant updates but there are little updates done to the Gadgets themselves. These are essentially plugins, and these plugins have very outdated UIs. They remind me of Logic Pro’s Legacy Plugins. These Gadgets should not still cost the same amount of money as they did 7 years ago. There are way more beautiful and advanced iOS Auv3 and DAW apps out there now. I am heavily disappointed with the amount of money it takes to invest in Korg’s iOS ecosystem, there are way too many IAPs. There should at least be discounted bundles for all Gadgets, the Mac version should not cost separate, it should be one unified app. It feels like robbery and theft what you’re doing Korg. I am very hurt by the music industry and the synth industry seeing how much they can pinch and squeeze out of passionate music people. A lot of these Gadgets should be free now, the rest should be discounted for good, not just for some temporary promotion. I remember when I got my first nanokey studio and nanokontrol studio back in the day and they didn’t even include any of the Module or Gadget software they promoted with it. You all seriously should include a discounted bundle for those hardware owners, for iPad and iPhone users too, not just Macs. So many IAPs, so many additional fees. It’s robbery. It’s literally financial trickery and theft. Do Better Korg. Be Better.
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Almost perfect

Two things make it not get 5 stars: iCloud samples loaded on kits, even when present with ”keep downloaded”, fail to load on Bilbao after you close the app. Same happens if samples are loaded through Audioshare. And no layered velocity / rr drum sampler like Osaka for custom drums.

Release MEMPHIS for iPHONE PLEASE

Release MEMPHIS for iPHONE PLEASE

Incroyable une fois pris en main

Le fonctionnement n’est pas intuitif au départ mais une fois compris c’est top. Surtout en synchro avec des volcas !

Response from developer

Hello. Thank you for the review. We are glad to know you like the KORG Gadget workflow and we hope it can bring you inspiration and new music, always. Best regards, KORG App Team

So expensive if you want all add-ons

Good app but have to invest so much if you want the full package.

Cool.

This is so awesome I mean this is the best I mean, this is WAY more better than GarageBand actually ! Five stars! IM A FIVE STARER, TWISTED FIVE STARER!

Let’s Get Emotional!

One of the most fun and amazing apps to make music with. It’s quick, intuitive and simple to use. Yet, don’t underestimate its powerful features and sound. I’ve done a ton of music with this and still keep finding myself comin back for more. Love the library expansions. Love the layout and stability. Graphics are absolutely beautiful. The more you use it, the more you’ll appreciate it… thanks Korg! 🫡
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Let’s Get Emotional!

Quantizing upgrade would be a huge plus. We all know that real music basically almost never hits the exact beat when playing, but the present quantizing in this app does exactly that. It needs to allow for a percentage quantize to be set to what the programmer wants so when you’re playing, it doesn’t just bring all the notes towards being exactly on the beat, but alloys them to be brought closer only. A percentage Q implementation would be a very big welcoming addition. Don’t get me wrong, I still love using this app but the feel of it would greatly benefit from the upgrade when it comes to a humanized feel.

UPDATE: I get the sneaky feeling that Korg has fixed the timing issue with this app. For some reason, the sequencer now feels right. My older songs now feel like they’re on time like they should. I know that something has changed.
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Response from developer

Hello. Thank you for your review. We have a dedicated support channel for our apps, in which you can talk directly to our team. https://support.korguser.net/hc/en-us/requests/new For bug reports, support requests and feedback, we strongly recommend to contact us there. Looking forward to hearing from you. Best regards, KORG App Team

Excellent music app!

I really love working in this app. The gadgets sound awesome, and it’s worth noting that graphically it’s also the best looking DAW on iOS.

- Hoping that a gadget gets added that lets you load and play external AUv3 synths!

- Also hoping AUv3 support gets added for Pompei, my favorite Gadget based on the polysix synth!

- Please add pitch bend range control to all the gadgets- I really like to be able to set the pitch bend wheel to a full octave, but it’s only on some. Thank you!

Thanks KORG. The search function and other features in Gadget 3 are game changers. Looking forward to more updates to this great app!
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Best DAW for iOS

Always on point and never a problem. Inspiring creativity on the daily. Best DAW and virtual instrumentation with full force MIDI collaboration. Worth every penny if they still made pennies.

Overpriced and bad customer choices

Way overpriced considering it’s constantly on sale for half the price, not sure why they don’t just permanently make it cheaper because you just get ripped off for being a customer now? Who ends sales a day before Christmas too? What a grinch choice. The apps ok not worth full price with all the add ons you need to buy to make it a proper work station. Look elsewhere before trying this imo.
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