# KORG iELECTRIBE for iPad — Rhythm Synthesizer

> Virtual analog beatbox and rhythm synthesizer app for iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by KORG INC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korg-ielectribe-for-ipad/id363714043 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [KORG INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/363714046)
- Category: Music, Music, Entertainment
- Price: $19.99
- Rating: 3.81/5 from 74 App Store ratings · 473 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 47 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish
- Released: 2010-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korg-ielectribe-for-ipad/id363714043/reviews.md

## What is KORG iELECTRIBE for iPad?

Korg’s ELECTRIBE·R has been coveted by dance musicians for ten years running. Today, this indispensable instrument has been reborn as a dedicated iPad app – the KORG iELECTRIBE virtual analog beatbox!

With the iELECTRIBE, sound creation is easy, fun and intuitive – just as on a vintage analog synthesizer. Simply choose a part (or sound) and touch the 16-step sequencer to quickly build a groove. This easy-to-use interface combines forces with the iPad’s 9.7” multi touch display to offer an intuitive "hardware" feel, sure to inspire and captivate the imagination of any user.

The iELECTRIBE faithfully recreates the historic ELECTRIBE·R’s entire sound engine and sequencer capabilities. In addition, it provides advanced Motion Sequencing, eight supercharged effect types, plus 64 new preset patterns that instantly allow the user to create music in a wide variety of dance and electronic music styles. Get started today!

[Specifications]
Sound Engine:
• Analog Synthesizer Modeling; PCM Samples; Virtual Valve Force Tube Modeling

Instrument Voices (Parts):
• 8 Total : 4 percussion synthesizer parts; 4 PCM synthesizer parts

Effect Section:
• Master Effect : Assignable per step/per part
• 8 Effect Types : Short Delay, BPM Sync Delay, Grain Shifter, Reverb, Chorus/Flanger, Filter, Talking Modulator, Decimator

Sequencer Section:
• Patterns : 64 steps maximum per part, Motion Sequencing can memorize all knob motions in a pattern
• Tempo : 20 - 300 BPM (with Tap tempo and Swing function)
• Pattern-set function (iELECTRIBE has no Song function)

Pattern Memory:
• 160 Total : 32 preset patterns x 2 banks; 32 basic patterns x 1 bank; 32 blank patterns x 2 banks

Other:
• Audio export function (Bouncing a pattern, and Real-time recording a performance: 16-bit/44.1 kHz stereo WAV format)
• Publish and share an exported audio file online with the SoundCloud audio platform*

* You will need to register for a SoundCloud account in order to publish data on SoundCloud. A variety of choices are available, ranging from a free account that allows up to two hours of data to be uploaded to a paid account that allows unlimited time. For details, refer to the SoundCloud website: http://soundcloud.com

* When using SoundCloud, you must observe SoundCloud Ltd.'s terms of use, such as the prohibition on uploading songs whose copyright is the property of a third party.

iELECTRIBE is a dedicated iPad app and cannot be used with iPhone and iPod touch.

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## Key features

- Virtual analog beatbox
- 16-step sequencer
- Motion Sequencing
- 8 effect types
- 64 preset patterns
- Audio export to WAV
- SoundCloud integration

## What do users think of KORG iELECTRIBE for iPad?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Intuitive and easy to use
- 👍 Flexible and customizable
- 🎨 Great sound quality
- 💰 Good value for the price
- 🎛️ Powerful synth and drum capabilities
- 🔗 Integrates well with other apps
- 🎶 Fun and inspiring for music creation

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔀 Limited pattern/song sequencing capabilities
- 💾 No sample import or export options
- 🔊 Lack of advanced audio features (e.g., multi-effects)
- 🔧 Outdated and needs feature updates
- 🤖 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes when opening help/tutorial videos
- Sync and timing issues when used with other apps
- Inconsistent behavior when switching patterns

**Most requested features**

- Add song mode and pattern chaining
- Implement MIDI sync and control
- Allow importing and exporting of samples/patterns
- Expand sound library and synthesis options
- Improve effects section with more advanced processing
- Optimize for latest iOS versions and devices

## Recent user reviews (10 of 473)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korg-ielectribe-for-ipad/id363714043/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Any type of sync mising

*2026-07-23, version 1.7.3*

Ableton link, midi anything it would be lovely. Midi maping for nanostudio key or similar should be nativaly supported. I got it because price dropped fo 50 zloty. It unfortunately  wasn’t upgradet for ages.

### 5/5 — Very similar to using hardware

*2026-06-06, version 1.7.3*

must-have app. 64-step sequencer VA synth. very similar workflow to the EMX-1, but virtual analog like the ER-1MkII. a terrific generator of base rhythms and elements to resample.

### 4/5 — Kein Import ???

*2026-03-19, version 1.7.3*

Wieso kann ich keine programmierte Session die ich vor vielen Jahren und viel Arbeit  erstellt habe in mein neues IPad hineinladen das auf dem alten IPad noch vorhanden ist. Und ich rede hier nicht von Export oder Share, denn da kann ich es reinladen und abspielen aber nicht in die Electribe. Sehr schwach das dieses Problem in all den Jahren in dieser wunderbaren App nicht behoben wurde. Ich muss mein IPad  „2“ benutzen , auf dem ich es in der Vergangenheit einprogrammiert hatte damit es funktioniert. Hoffentlich kommt einmal jemand in die Gänge um dem Namen Korg gerecht zu werden.

### 1/5 — Share menu bugged out

*2025-09-07, version 1.7.3*

Whenever I enter the share menu after using the bounce pattern function, the bottom section of the screen doesn’t appear. In fact, the whole menu layout has overlapping issues. The name and audio files borders are pushed close together along with the titles.

### 5/5 — Bella,super bellissima.

*2025-01-31, version 1.7.3*

Mega Drum synth mania

### 5/5 — 実機以上に

*2024-12-02, version 1.7.3*

以前、実機は所有していましたが、当時は使い途が開発できず、でした。
個人的にはMaestroのRhythm Kingの音色や雰囲気が好きなので、FunkBoxも愛用してますが、音色をいじり倒してリズムマシンの領域を出る事も出来るし、自分好みだけでなくマシンと対話するように未知領域を作っていける愉しさがあります。
UIの背景を変えられるのも素晴らしい！
これ相当ポイント高い。
electribeはiOSで本領発揮するのかも。
音色も好きだし、自分も素直になってきたからか（笑）、深く面白い楽器。

### 1/5 — Bad implementation

*2024-09-28, version 1.7.3*

They should delete this app.

### 5/5 — Steady

*2024-08-06, version 1.7.3*

In an age where much changes or gets deleted, this is a solid gem. Link enabled gets you synced. Oh and dig out that Nanopad 2 that you were goin to give to your nephew. Great for selecting presets. 

Come on KORG - where's my Electribe Sampler ? 😉

### 2/5 — Korg didn’t and intended not to meet the expectations of the admirers

*2024-08-03, version 1.7.3*

Sadness!

### 4/5 — Kein sample Import

*2024-07-20, version 1.7.3*

Wie auch bei der Vorgänger App handelt es sich um einen „synth“ Ansatz anstatt dem sample Import wie es bei den roten electribe üblich war…

Daher 1 Stern Abzug ;) da man schon auf Screen den osc Bereich sehen kann…0,5 Sterne Abzug aufgerundet 😅

## Frequently asked questions about KORG iELECTRIBE for iPad

### What does KORG iELECTRIBE do?

KORG iELECTRIBE is a virtual analog beatbox and rhythm synthesizer app for iPad. It allows users to create electronic music grooves intuitively using a 16-step sequencer and a virtual analog sound engine, inspired by classic hardware.

### What are the key features of KORG iELECTRIBE?

Key features include a virtual analog sound engine, a 16-step sequencer with Motion Sequencing capabilities, eight built-in effect types, 64 preset patterns, and audio export functionality. It aims to provide an intuitive hardware-like experience on the iPad's touchscreen.

### How much does KORG iELECTRIBE cost?

Based on the provided information, KORG iELECTRIBE is a paid application and does not appear to have in-app purchases or ads. The cost is a one-time purchase for the app itself.

### What devices is KORG iELECTRIBE compatible with?

KORG iELECTRIBE is specifically designed as a dedicated app for the iPad. It cannot be used with iPhone or iPod touch devices due to its optimized interface and functionality for the larger iPad display.

### Can I share my music created with KORG iELECTRIBE?

Yes, you can export your created patterns as 16-bit/44.1 kHz stereo WAV files. Additionally, the app integrates with SoundCloud, allowing you to publish and share your exported audio files online, provided you have a SoundCloud account.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7.3 — 2020-06-10

- Stability improvements

### 1.7.2 — 2019-09-25

• Now supports iOS13.
• Other improvements and bug-fixes.

### 1.7.1 — 2015-12-22

• Bug fixes and Improvements

### 1.7.0 — 2015-12-16

● Ableton Link - A new technology that synchronizes beat, phase and tempo of Link-enabled iOS apps such as KORG Gadget, iELECTRIBE and iKaossilator, and Ableton Live 9.5 for Mac/PC over a wireless network
● This version requires iOS 8 or later
● Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.6.3 — 2014-10-06

• iOS 9 and iOS 8 compatible
• Fixed crash during startup on iOS 8
• Bug fixes and improvements

## More apps by KORG INC.

- [KORG iMS-20](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korg-ims-20/id401142966)
- [iELECTRIBE Gorillaz Edition](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ielectribe-gorillaz-edition/id430288460)
- [SyncKontrol](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synckontrol/id438617344)
- [KORG iKaossilator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korg-ikaossilator/id452559831)
- [KORG iPolysix for iPad](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korg-ipolysix-for-ipad/id579232173)

All apps by KORG INC.: https://appshunter.io/developer/363714046

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