# MIDI Drum — MIDI-compatible Drum sequencer

> MIDI-compatible drum sequencer for creating and performing music patterns. (iPhone/iPad app by InstaChord Corp..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-drum/id6475945376 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [InstaChord Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1579397634)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 32 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-03-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midi-drum/id6475945376/reviews.md

## What is MIDI Drum?

Key Features:
- 8-track drum sequencer
- Simple, user-friendly interface
- Display and edit 4 to 48 steps across 4 cycles on a single screen
- Live performance with up to 6 toggleable blocks
- Built-in sound source compliant with General MIDI
- Compatible with electronic instruments via MIDI connection (e.g., Casiotone, PortaTone, InstaChord)
  - Connection options: Bluetooth LE MIDI or USB MIDI
- Extend sound sources by connecting with other apps such as bs-16i
- Can be operated via external MIDI devices, keyboards, and page-turning switches
- Song library for sharing self-created data and downloading from other users
- Export Standard MIDI Files (SMF) – available as a paid add-on



*Loading data created by other users is free.
*In-app purchases apply across all devices.



Official Website (Japanese):
https://instachord.com/product/midi-drum/


User Manual (English):
https://kantan-music.notion.site/MIDI-Drum-Manual-5976bdeba4f04900851f0e3c9ae247d6


Song Library:
https://instachord.com/community/drum-data/



Developer:
bismark
[https://www.bismark.jp/

## Key features

- 8-track drum sequencer
- User-friendly interface
- Live performance mode
- General MIDI sound source
- Bluetooth LE and USB MIDI support
- Song library for sharing
- Export Standard MIDI Files (paid add-on)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Save in proprietary format | $4.99 | one-time |
| Export as SMF | $4.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about MIDI Drum

### What is MIDI Drum?

MIDI Drum is a music creation app featuring an 8-track drum sequencer. It allows users to create and perform drum patterns, connect to external instruments via MIDI, and share their music.

### Does MIDI Drum have ads?

No, MIDI Drum does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for additional features.

### What devices does MIDI Drum support?

MIDI Drum is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS and can be used on a variety of Apple mobile devices.

### How can I connect MIDI Drum to other instruments?

You can connect MIDI Drum to electronic instruments using Bluetooth LE MIDI or USB MIDI. This allows for seamless integration with hardware like Casiotone and PortaTone devices.

### Is exporting MIDI files free in MIDI Drum?

Exporting Standard MIDI Files (SMF) from MIDI Drum is available as a paid add-on. While loading and sharing user-created data within the song library is free, exporting to SMF requires a purchase.

### How often is MIDI Drum updated?

The latest version of MIDI Drum is 2.0.1, last updated on December 10, 2025. Updates typically bring new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

### What is the age rating for MIDI Drum?

MIDI Drum has an age rating of 4+. This indicates that the app is suitable for users of all ages and does not contain content that would be inappropriate for young children.

### Can I use external MIDI devices with MIDI Drum?

Yes, MIDI Drum can be operated via external MIDI devices, keyboards, and page-turning switches. This enhances its usability for live performance and studio setups.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.2 — 2026-08-17

Fix issues in "Export as SMF"

### 2.0.1 — 2025-12-10

Expanded the range of tempo

### 2.0.0 — 2025-08-20

1) New Features
- Added export support for MIDI files (SMF format)
- Added external MIDI device control (assign Note Numbers or Control Change messages to individual functions)

2) Improved Usability
- Change step values (velocity, loop pattern) by dragging up, down, left, or right
- Display and edit loop count (shown at bottom-left, tap to change, double-tap to reset to 1)
- View the currently opened file name from the File menu
- Improved Next Block / Previous Block behavior: when triggered from an external device, repeated button presses now move by the corresponding number of blocks

3) More Song Data
- Preset songs doubled to 25 types

### 1.0.7 — 2025-07-31

Fix the in-app purchase crash that occurs with iOS 18.2 or later.

### 1.0.5 — 2024-05-01

・Fix timestamp on BLE MIDI
・Fix crash occurs on using BLE MIDI

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## More apps by InstaChord Corp.

- [Chord Sheet Writer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chord-sheet-writer/id1579397632)
- [KANTAN Chord](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kantan-chord/id1615447247)

All apps by InstaChord Corp.: https://appshunter.io/developer/1579397634

## Related topics

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