# KORG iPolysix for iPad — Legendary Synthesizer

> iPad app recreating a classic analog polyphonic synthesizer with sequencer, drum machine, and mixer. (iPhone/iPad app by KORG INC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korg-ipolysix-for-ipad/id579232173 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [KORG INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/363714046)
- Category: Music, Music, Entertainment
- Price: $29.99
- Rating: 4.33/5 from 80 App Store ratings · 366 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 90 MB
- Languages: Arabic, Catalan, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek and 21 more
- Released: 2012-11-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korg-ipolysix-for-ipad/id579232173/reviews.md

## What is KORG iPolysix for iPad?

iPolysix is an analog polyphonic synthesizer that's been carefully designed to take full advantage of the 7.9-inch display of the new iPad mini as well as the iPad. Bringing together a sequencer, drum machine, and even a mixer, it transforms your iPad or iPad mini into the ultimate analog synth studio. Pack an amazing set of early-'80s analog equipment into your iPad, and time-travel back to the dawn of polyphonic synthesizers!

Highlights:
● The world-wide best-selling Polysix polyphonic synthesizer, fully replicated on your iPad
● Use the newly developed Polyseq polyphonic step sequencer to control the Polysix
● A music production environment including two Polysix units, a drum machine, and a mixer
● Dual Kaoss Pads with chordal support make it easy for anyone to play analog synth sounds
● Polyshare powered by SoundCloud lets you publish, share, and remix songs with iPolysix users

● The world-wide best-selling Polysix polyphonic synthesizer
Korg's Polysix, a six-voice analog polyphonic synthesizer, went on sale in 1981. While a popular synthesizer of that time was able to produce only five notes simultaneously, the Polysix had six-note polyphony, and its name was an expression of its designers' pride. iPolysix uses Korg's proprietary "CMT" (Component Modeling Technology) to simulate the actual electronic circuits of the original unit, perfectly reproducing the original Polysix.

● The newly developed Polyseq polyphonic step sequencer
Polyseq is a polyphonic step sequencer that provides up to 64 steps, newly developed in order to take full advantage of the Polysix's capabilities. Polyseq provides a different operating feel than a conventional piano-roll sequencer or even a step sequencer; it's a new yet somehow familiar experience, as if you were retracing the evolution of electronic musical instruments. Don't miss the opportunity to try out this perfect match; the Polysix+Polyseq.

● A music production environment including two Polysix units, a drum machine, and a mixer
iPolysix has been created as a professional music production tool. In addition to two Polysix units, it provides a six-part drum machine, and an analog mixer that's reminiscent of the KMX-8 mixer. You'll have everything you need to produce great sounding music. Surrounded by analog equipment, you'll imagine that you've time-traveled back to the early '80s.

● Dual Kaoss Pads with chordal support
The large multi-touch display shows two Kaoss Pads which you can control using both hands to perform music. This enables creative performance even for those who have no musical knowledge. These Kaoss Pads have been customized for iPolysix to allow not only single-note performance, but also chordal playing with just one finger; a new experience made possible only by a combination of new and old technology, the Polysix+Kaoss Pad.

● Polyshare powered by SoundCloud lets you publish, share, and remix songs with iPolysix users around the world
Polyshare is a function for iPolysix users to share their songs. It's based on SoundCloud, the song sharing service favored by music creators. You can make your song available to iPolysix users around the world simply by uploading the song directly from the app. You can download and upload remixable tracks. It's easy to enjoy remixing and collaboration with users around the world.

* You will need to register for a SoundCloud account in order to use SoundCloud. Also, 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. For details, refer to the SoundCloud website : http://soundcloud.com
* System requirements: iPad mini or iPad series (iPad 2 or later is recommended)

## Key features

- Replicated Polysix analog polyphonic synthesizer
- Polyphonic step sequencer (Polyseq)
- Integrated drum machine
- Analog mixer
- Dual Kaoss Pads with chordal support
- Polyshare for song sharing and remixing

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

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎹 Great detailed controls
- 🎨 Expressive and versatile sounds
- 🎛️ Dual synth instances and drum tracks
- 🎶 Sequencer for composing full songs
- 🔊 Faithful recreation of the original Polysix
- 🎧 Sounds amazing with headphones
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🎛️ Powerful synth automation capabilities

**Cons**

- ⏱️ Tempo control is difficult to adjust
- 🔌 No iCloud or file export support
- 🔀 Limited MIDI implementation
- 📺 Doesn't fill 11-inch iPad screen
- 🔇 Drum sounds are a bit limited
- 🚫 No support for AUv3 or inter-app audio

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes and stability issues with iOS 8 and later
- Audiobus integration has issues with knob control

**Most requested features**

- Add AUv3 support for use in other DAWs
- Implement iCloud or Dropbox sync for presets
- Allow MIDI CC mapping and external MIDI control
- Add ability to export MIDI from the sequencer
- Integrate with Korg Gadget for more flexibility
- Improve tempo adjustment with finer controls

## Recent user reviews (10 of 366)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korg-ipolysix-for-ipad/id579232173/reviews.md

### 2/5 — AUv3 - The 800 lb gorilla…

*2026-04-08, version 1.2.2*

For this app, and the others that do not have AUv3 support.  It’s time to acknowledge and address your customers.  When are you going to implement AUv3 for the rest of your apps?  It’s time

### 2/5 — AUv3

*2026-03-29, version 1.2.2*

So eine App ohne AUv3 macht nur bedingt Sinn.

### 4/5 — Still my fav synth- hoping for an AUv3 update!

*2025-12-28, version 1.2.2*

This review would be 5 stars if a few modern features get added- AUv3 and iCloud saving support!

Great detailed controls let you fine tune the synth and model lots of cool sounds from fat bass to expressive leads. You get 2 synth instances and 6 drum tracks that are simplified versions of the same synth. With the sequencer this is enough to make entire songs. The limited amount of tracks actually is great for keeping you focused. I use KORG Gadget 3 too which is much more versatile, but I ended up finishing way more songs with iPolysix thanks to its relative simplicity.

This app is OLD- and sadly KORG has kind of forgotten about it. It desperately needs an update to support AUv3 so it can be used as a synth in other DAWs. It has been gadget-ized, but the Gadget version has lost some small features, like the arpeggiator latch, and doesn’t sound quite the same. 

Another critical thing It needs is the ability to save to iCloud or other file locations. Nice to have features would be the ability to export MIDI from the sequencer, and synth setting presets to Gadget - trying to recreate songs and sounds from iPolysix within Gadget  3 should be easy but without these features it really isn’t! 

I LOVE this app, and I hope KORG finds the bandwidth to update this awesome synth for the modern era of iOS music production! I’ll be sure to update this to 5 stars when they do. Thanks KORG!

### 4/5 — AUv3

*2025-12-23, version 1.2.2*

I am giving this 4 stars due to no audio unit support. Please update this and others so they can used in Cubasis or Logic Pro for iPad.

### 1/5 — No AUv3 support, abandonware

*2025-12-14, version 1.2.2*

You can’t use it in modern DAW that don’t have IAA support.

### 4/5 — An offer for more

*2025-12-09, version 1.2.2*

Hello! 1-In iPolysix synths, IM'S-20, it would be good to add functions such as KORG Collection and the ability to download sound banks as in iMono/Poly. Or add paid sound banks. I want sound and breadth like in KORG Collection. Thank you

### 5/5 — More to it than meets the eye

*2025-11-02, version 1.2.2*

Initially I thought this was just a copy of the original polysix - which was good. But dig in to the sequencer, drum machine and Kaoss Pads and this becomes much more interesting. Worth taking time to explore

### 4/5 — Prawie doskonały.

*2025-10-31, version 1.2.2*

Wspaniały dźwięk
 ale brak możliwości współpracy z DAW .

### 4/5 — DAWで使えさえすれば最高なんだけどなぁ

*2025-10-25, version 1.2.2*

音はすごくいいです

### 3/5 — Jouet pour le tgv ou le metro, recycleur de vieil ipad

*2025-08-15, version 1.2.2*

Jouet qui reprends le visuel d un polysix, mais sonne comme un ipad. Tres limité. Seul avantage, vous recyclez un vieil ipad...en promo c'est ok. Sinon inutile.

## Frequently asked questions about KORG iPolysix for iPad

### What is KORG iPolysix for iPad?

KORG iPolysix for iPad is a mobile application that recreates the legendary Korg Polysix analog polyphonic synthesizer. It transforms your iPad into a complete analog synth studio, featuring a sequencer, drum machine, and mixer.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include a fully replicated Polysix synthesizer using Korg's CMT technology, a new polyphonic step sequencer called Polyseq, a six-part drum machine, an analog mixer, and dual Kaoss Pads with chordal support for easy performance. It also includes Polyshare for sharing and remixing music.

### How much does KORG iPolysix for iPad cost?

The application is a paid app. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a one-time purchase for full functionality.

### What devices is KORG iPolysix for iPad compatible with?

The app is designed to take full advantage of the 7.9-inch display of the iPad mini as well as the standard iPad. It is optimized for these Apple tablet devices.

### Who is this app intended for?

This app is intended for musicians, producers, and electronic music enthusiasts who want to experience the sounds of classic '80s analog synthesizers on their iPad. Its features, like the Kaoss Pads with chordal support, also make it accessible for those with less musical experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.2 — 2019-09-25

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

### 1.2.1 — 2019-06-06

• Fixed the problem that enabled Ableton Link via audiobus.
• Added support for transport control from Inter-App Audio compatible applications.
• Other improvements and bug-fixes.

### 1.2.0 — 2019-02-28

- Integration with KORG Gadget : Now you can use Polysix synth as Pompei.
- Supports User Program export to KORG Gadget.
- Supports Files.app export.
- "Polyshare" feature no longer supported.
- Other improvements and bug-fixes.

### 1.1.6 — 2015-12-30

● Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.1.4 — 2014-10-06

• iOS 8 compatible
• Fixed crash during startup on iOS 8
• Improved behavior of Charts on Polyshare
• Bug fixes and improvements

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