# Live Rig Standalone Host

> Standalone host for virtual guitar amplifier and FX plugin chains. (iPhone/iPad app by Nembrini Audio.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-rig-standalone-host/id1594545267 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nembrini Audio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1493296895)
- Category: Music, Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.38/5 from 21 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 20 MB
- Released: 2021-11-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-rig-standalone-host/id1594545267/reviews.md

## What is Live Rig Standalone Host?

Live Rig is a standalone low latency suite to host your Nembrini Audio plugins.

This is a perfect environment for the modern Guitar Player who wants to create and organize his entire virtual guitar amplifier and FX chain. Now you can create, save and recall your Nembrini Audio plugin chains.

You can load up to 12 Nembrini Audio plugins in series, drag and drop plugins in any free slot, swap plugins, copy/paste and individually bypass any plugin in a simple way.

MIDI CC/PC support to manage slot power in a stomp or pedal switcher way.

Works as a standalone app or Inter-App Audio effect.

## Key features

- Host Nembrini Audio plugins
- Create and save plugin chains
- Load up to 12 plugins in series
- Drag and drop plugin management
- MIDI CC/PC support
- Standalone and Inter-App Audio modes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-rig-standalone-host/id1594545267/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Keep this going!

*2024-07-22*

The models are outstanding, and the host is simple and easy to use. No bugs yet, and I’m hoping this stays working because it’s changed my whole flow. My only request is to please add a tap tempo -> midi.

### 5/5 — Cool host app

*2024-05-24*

Cool app, but hoping for an update of the plug-in data to included the latest BassHamer iOS plug-in 🙏

### 3/5 — Exactly what I need - but no AUv3, so actually isn’t!

*2024-01-04, version 1.4*

So I can take my Nembrini Analog Rack delay and put two instances of it, inside this container.  That’s literally my major use-case, since my absolute favourite simple Japanese-designed dual serial delay/echo AUv3 was discontinued…except this container is not AUv3.  I know Audio Units adhering to Apple’s standards are an absolute PITA to create and maintain, but with just 4 slots a lot of the time in my favourite Apple baby DAW FX chain, I really can make use of a container that gets around this, and don’t always want a big fancy one like some are.  In short, this’d be really brilliant, if it was AUv3 as well as standalone on my ipad, and as it is not, it’s just okay.

### 1/5 — Great concept, poor execution

*2024-01-01*

Love their amp sims but this thing is buuuuugggy! It works, but only once in any DAW I  use it as IAA - Cubasis, GarageBand, DAW Mulitrack. It either doesn’t load, times-out or crashes. Also, once you close the app, it saves absolutely none of your setups. Open it back up and you have a bunch of empty component boxes. You can save/export your custom setups, but you have to keep reloading them and as often as this app crashes, freezes, and times out while being used as IAA, it’s extremely frustrating and time consuming. I had hope’s for this app because it seemed like a great alternative to loading individual IAA instances of their pedals, amps and effects, on tracks, but it certainly disappoints. Sorry to be harsh but I’m just reporting the facts - for me at least. iOS 12 and iOS 16 are the OS’s I’m running.

### 3/5 — Needs update

*2023-11-24*

I just got the cali axis and the only way I can use it is with logic, opening my daw and setting up tracks just to jam is ridiculous, would be nice to use it with this app

### 5/5 — Amazing App with plenty of free plugins

*2023-06-29*

Downloaded this on a whim. After discovering how easy it was to use I added the free pedals, bought some more and added the JMP amp. I found all effects are high quality and very useable. Connected to an iRig HD, a BlueBoard MIDI pedal with expression attachment and took it to band practice. What a joy to use ! The matrix MIDI is shear genius allowing multiple groups of pedals to be controlled within one patch while also controlling the WAH with the expression pedal. Very easy to change effects on the fly for different songs. It would be nice if this App could be loaded into Audiobus but it only recognizes the plugins. AUM recognizes this App but until AUM solves its own crashing issues I’ll have to wait. My work around is to set the iPad Pro to multitask and run LiveRig in parallel with other plugins to layer in those audio effects. Next up will be gig on Sunday. This thing has replaced all my other pedals so far. Thanks for creating such a great App !1

### 4/5 — Getting better

*2023-01-16*

The amps & FX are very good. Really like the live rig updates. Only thing is going to load the rig you have to scroll thru every amp & FX to find what you own. Could there be a toy box with what you have only or dim out what is not owned when you scroll ? Keep on the great work !

### 3/5 — Needs AUV3

*2022-02-14, version 1.2*

Needs Auv3, plus the plug-in list is really frustrating. Instead of just listing the plugins you own it lists them all (I assume as a sales tactic) which makes it really hard to find what you want as well as annoying clicks that generate error messages that I don’t own the plug-in. And why does it need a massive banner that takes you away from the app? This feels like a marketing suite for Nembrini products rather than an actual rig.

### 2/5 — Very buggy, glitchy and slow in iOS13

*2021-12-21, version 1.0*

I get it that this is a free app so I shouldn’t complain. But it just doesn’t work well at all in iOS13. Super slow and glitchy. Amps do not show up when you click to open them. So can’t be edited nor used. All the Nembrini apps however work very smooth and stable as standalone and AUv3 in iOS12 and 13, only this host doesn’t work well in 13. It just doesn’t feel like the usual Nembrini quality app at all but a sloppy thrown together mess... sorry to sound like this but is very disappointing even for a free app.

Also the ads shouldn’t be there. I already purchased ALL of Nembrini apps so I really don’t want to see ads on screen of an app that seems to be targeted for live use. Those ads are really in the way. Also are there plugins in the library list that aren’t even available for iOS. This totally does not appear nor feel like an app that was made for iOS. It feels like a sloppy port from their desktop app.

Sorry, really was looking for this app and wanted to love it. But i can’t even use it in its current state. Nembrini if you read this please fix this app. I already spent hundreds of dollars on your apps and the host that is supposed to ‘glue’ all these plugins together doesn’t even properly work. I know you can do much better than this! 😁 please give it the love that it deserves and then so will I! 🙏

### 4/5 — Please add a tuner

*2021-12-13, version 1.0*

I love Nembrini apps and have most of them. I was really excited to see this Live Rig, but disappointed to find no tuner included, and not AUV3. Please add this functionality snider make it the best out there. Your amps are amazing Anne haven’t found anything that comes close.

## Frequently asked questions about Live Rig Standalone Host

### Does Live Rig Standalone Host have ads?

Yes, Live Rig Standalone Host contains advertisements. As it is a free application, ads are included to support its development and maintenance.

### What devices is Live Rig Standalone Host compatible with?

Live Rig Standalone Host is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users who want to manage their audio plugins on the go.

### How many Nembrini Audio plugins can I load in Live Rig Standalone Host?

You can load up to 12 Nembrini Audio plugins in series within Live Rig Standalone Host. This allows for complex and layered sound design for guitarists.

### Can I control Live Rig Standalone Host with MIDI?

Yes, Live Rig Standalone Host supports MIDI CC/PC. This enables you to manage slot power and effects like a stompbox or pedal switcher, offering hands-on control.

### What is the age rating for Live Rig Standalone Host?

Live Rig Standalone Host has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no content restrictions.

### How often is Live Rig Standalone Host updated?

The latest version of Live Rig Standalone Host is 1.7, last updated on August 1, 2025. This suggests a relatively recent update, indicating ongoing support.

### What is the user sentiment for Live Rig Standalone Host?

Live Rig Standalone Host has a rating of 4.4 stars from 21 ratings. This indicates generally positive user sentiment, with most users finding the app valuable.

### Can Live Rig Standalone Host be used with other audio apps?

Yes, Live Rig Standalone Host works as a standalone app or as an Inter-App Audio effect. This allows it to be integrated into other music production workflows on iOS devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7 — 2025-08-01

- Fix the update for the plugin list

### 1.6 — 2025-01-27

- Fixed audio buffer size selection on iOS 18
- Improved resource download speed

### 1.5 — 2024-09-22

- Minor fix

### 1.4 — 2023-01-15

- New feature, control all slots power with a single MIDI PC/CC event for live performance, like a pedal switcher

### 1.3 — 2022-09-06

- Removed the advertisement banner
- Minor code update

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