MIDI Motif Maker

MIDI Motif Maker

Motif Generator & MIDI Tool

3 ratings
7 reviews
$5.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 25, 2026
  • August 20, 2026

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Generate unique melodies with a single tap using a constraint solver and Markov engine. Shape, remix, and export your musical ideas as MIDI files. This app works offline and offers built-in music theory references.

One-tap melody generation
Remix melodies with 15 scale modes
Apply 15 development techniques
Export as standard MIDI files
AUv3 MIDI plugin support
Offline operation
Built-in music theory references
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What's New in MIDI Motif Maker

2.2.1

August 20, 2026

Import your own MIDI files  or draw motifs note-by-note in the new piano-roll editor — and use them as seeds, just like the built-ins. Chord progressions — build one from your scale's degrees. Custom scales — any notes you want, with your own chord tones, driving generation. Custom song forms — name your sections, set their lengths, save them to your library. Any time signature — 7/8, 5/16, whatever you feel — with pulse grouping (7/8 as 2+2+3) reaching the metronome and count-in. Twelve Feel grids — now with dotted 8ths & 16ths, quarter triplets, and straight quarters. Choose what Markov learns from — pick the style corpus behind the Markov seed. Minor bug fixes and improvements.

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User reviews

Adaptive

Plz adaptive Roland Zenbeats size error. Exellent auv3.!!!!!

Response from developer

Great news: AUv3 support is on its way to you in the latest update. Enjoy!

Neat idea generator

It’s got a decent amount of compositional options you can have the engine apply to a motif in order to change it. I was able to get some pretty musical phrases out of it.

While it has depth, it also feels limited in a way that shortcuts its potential. So far as I could figure out, you can’t create your own scales or chord progressions in order to affect the motif generation.

You also can’t create your own motifs, which I think is a missed opportunity. You can generate or pick starting motifs from the library, but you can’t import or create ones in a piano roll or staff so that you can have the engine change them.


Improvements I'd like to see to make this a truly top notch app:

* Let the user import, categorize, and save their own motifs to the library-- import midi and musicxml files, or allow creation on a piano roll.
* Let the user pick which motifs the Markov function learns from (including imported motifs)
* Let the user define their own time signature beyond the 4/4, 3/4, 2/4 and 6/8 choices currently available.
* Add more complete options for Feel. Right now it's very limited to straight 16ths, 32, 8T and 16th shuffle. Why not let the user choose from a wide variety like most daws do. Right now it's missing : 1/4T, 1/8, 1/8D, 1/16T, 1/16D 1/32T, 1/64
* Let the user create and add their own song form templates.
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macOS

Please, make a native macOS version of this app.

Exellent!!! Generator midi to Daw.

Plz! ARP trap Atl(Atlanta) Pluck motif. 16t/32t . Respect Author.

Response from developer

Great news: AUv3 support is on its way to you in the latest update. Enjoy!

Not ready for prime time t

This app is difficult to understand and there is no manual, changing the settings doesn't change the melody most of the time. Not impressed with this.

Response from developer

Thank you for the honest review! Please check out the latest version—we’ve fixed several issues, added a dot on the Develop button when changes are pending, and included a full Help manual plus a short first-launch guide. We’d really appreciate it if you gave it another try!

FAQ

What is MIDI Motif Maker?

MIDI Motif Maker is a music application designed to generate, shape, and export musical melodies. It utilizes a constraint solver and Markov engine for melody creation and offers various tools for remixing and development.

How does MIDI Motif Maker generate melodies?

It generates melodies with a single tap using a constraint solver and a Markov engine. The app also includes a randomization feature that auditions multiple candidates to select the most musical one.

Can I use MIDI Motif Maker offline?

Yes, MIDI Motif Maker works fully offline. It does not require an internet connection, cloud services, or an account, ensuring your ideas remain private and secure on your device.

What music theory features are included in MIDI Motif Maker?

The app includes built-in music theory references such as chord charts, scale libraries, and interval guides. It also supports 15 different scale modes for melody shaping.

How can I export my creations from MIDI Motif Maker?

You can export your melodies as standard MIDI files (.mid) and share them via Files, AirDrop, or directly to other MIDI applications. It also supports live MIDI streaming to hardware synths and other iOS music apps.

Does MIDI Motif Maker use AI for melody generation?

No, MIDI Motif Maker explicitly states it does not use generative AI or machine-learning models. Melodies are generated using music theory and classic algorithms that run directly on your device.

What devices is MIDI Motif Maker compatible with?

MIDI Motif Maker is available for iPhone and iPad and requires iOS 17 or later. It can also be used as an AUv3 MIDI plugin within compatible DAWs on these devices.

What is the price of MIDI Motif Maker?

MIDI Motif Maker is a one-time purchase priced at $5.99. There are no subscriptions or in-app purchases required to access its full functionality.