Best LoopBud alternatives: apps like LoopBud - AUv3 MIDI Recorder

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Updated November 2026

LoopBud - AUv3 MIDI Recorder

Cem Olcay

LoopBud is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 9+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to LoopBud

#1

takeamidi by Alexey Nadzharov

recorder / monitor / filter

Editor's Choice

4.4(11 ratings)

$1.99

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This tool allows you to monitor, filter, and record MIDI input. It captures recent MIDI data into a buffer, which can then be exported as a MIDI file. You can also use it to filter various MIDI message types.

#2

mididelay by Alexey Nadzharov

experimental midi delay effect

Strong Contender

5.0(3 ratings)

$4.99

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This app applies traditional delay effects to MIDI data, allowing for complex sound manipulation. It offers multiple independent delay lines, various MIDI message processing, and customizable feedback chains with built-in effects. Organize lines sequentially or in parallel for unique sonic textures.

#3

mKer by Axart Labs OU

AUv3 MIDI step sequencer

Worth Considering

4.5(22 ratings)

$3.99

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A versatile MIDI step sequencer designed for music creation. It offers multiple outputs, extensive pattern and lane customization, and advanced step editing. Best used within an AUv3 host app for sound generation.

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Unreliable Sequence Generator

This app generates evolving musical sequences using a MIDI signal. It can be constrained to scales and chords, transposed, and mutated for dynamic musical output. All controls are MIDI-automatable and it requires a host app to function.

Generates evolving musical sequencesMIDI output for synths and hardwareConstrain sequences to scales and chords

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Session Notes AU

Session Notes AU

Session Notes AU

Notes in your DAW workflow

This app integrates note-taking directly into your music production workflow, allowing you to manage lyrics, mix ideas, and session details within your DAW. Version 2.0 enhances writing tools, navigation, and data safety with features like iCloud sync and backups.

Integrated DAW workflowMarkdown-aware writingKeyboard accessory tools

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MPE Touch bar midi controller

This app functions as a multi-touch bar MIDI controller for MPE and MIDI V2. It offers customizable rotary controls and buttons to manage various parameters and send MIDI commands, with iCloud syncing for presets.

MPE touch bar with individual pitch shift, pressure, and CC74 control8 customizable rotary controls for sending multiple CC messages8 programmable buttons for sending various MIDI commands

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Mass - MIDI Generator

Mass - MIDI Generator

Mass - MIDI Generator

Sequence. Modulate. Animate.

This app is a physics-based MIDI generator that allows musicians to create complex generative sequences, organic modulations, and explore boundless musical experimentation. It offers a powerful toolkit for creative control and can be used as a standalone application or an AUv3 plugin.

Generative SequencesLiving ModulationsEuclidean Pattern Sequencing

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Chaotic MIDI arpeggiator

This music app generates complex and dynamic MIDI patterns using advanced algorithms. It offers a unique rhythm event feature and variance control for extensive customization, allowing users to create evolving musical sequences.

Arpeggiator and step sequencer modesRhythm event feature with 13 algorithmsPitch and rhythm variance control

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Multiband audio effect AUv3

This app is a multiband audio effect processor that splits your audio into three frequency bands. Each band can be processed independently with its own effect, allowing for detailed sound sculpting and unique sonic transformations. It offers built-in effects and expandable options for creative audio manipulation.

3-Band multi effects processorIndependent effects per bandBuilt-in Saturator, Lofi, Ring Modulator

free with in-app purchases

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