# Music Studio — Digital Audio Workstation

> Mobile digital audio workstation for music creation and production. (iPhone/iPad app by Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-studio/id328608539 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/316698251)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $14.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 421 App Store ratings · 426 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.4 · 775 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France)
- Released: 2009-09-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-studio/id328608539/reviews.md

## What is Music Studio?

Music Studio offers a complete music production environment for the iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch with features and a sound quality previously only known to desktop applications and expensive audio hardware.

It combines a piano keyboard, 124 studio-quality instruments with sustain, a fully fledged 127-track sequencer, extensive note editing, reverb, real-time effects and much more on a user-friendly interface.

Try the free Lite version!

AWARDS & REVIEWS
• "A recent composition of mine started on the iPhone with Music Studio" - Jason Hayes, lead composer of "World of Warcraft"
• "GarageBand on your iDevice" - TouchMyApps.com
• "Music Studio is loaded to the brim with features and is a no brainer for composers" - AppAdvice.com
• "If you’re at all serious about your music you can’t really afford to miss out on this app." - razorianfly.com
• "Music Studio justifies the purchase of an iDevice if you're really into it." - appfreakblog.com
• Awards from BestAppEver.com, iPhoneAppsPlus.com, apps4idevices, Palm Sounds

FEATURES
• Photorealistic dynamically configurable 85-key keyboard
 • Instant positioning via the slide gesture and resize with the pinch gesture
• Drum pads, chord pads and chord programming
• 194 studio-recorded instruments (16bit 44.1kHz sampled from real instruments)
 • 124 free instruments, 70 available in the in-app shop
 • 6 categories: symphonic, classical, band, electronic, world, drum kits
 • Release and attack time configurable per instrument
 • Sustain samples
 • Pitch bend wheel and accelerometer control
• Audio tracks:
  • Microphone recording
  • AudioCopy & AudioPaste
  • iPod library or wav/mp3/AAC/ogg file import
  • Waveform and audio region editing
  • Record up to 24 channels simultaneously with CoreAudio (class compliant) hardware
• Audiobus and Inter-App Audio support (input & output)
• Sampler to create custom instruments and kits from audio files and recordings
• Background audio playback and recording
• Low-latency, highly optimized, 128x polyphony, battery saving audio engine
• 100 drum loops
• 10 real-time effects with lots of parameters:
  Reverb, Delay, 3-Band-Equalizer, Filter, Phaser, BitCrusher, Amp, Compressor, Limiter, StereoWidener
• 127-track sequencer
 • Beat & metronome settings (tempo and signature)
 • Mute, solo, effect bus, pan and volume adjustment for each track
 • Edit tracks, bars and even individual notes:
   Draw, quantize, transpose, repeat, move, length, velocity, etc.
• MIDI import and export
• Save and load your songs and export to wav and AAC formats
• iOS Files app support allows you to create and manage folders
• Share your songs via email, Dropbox, iCloud Drive, AudioCopy and SoundCloud
• Wi-Fi and iTunes file transfer to your computer
• Songs and MIDI files can be opened directly from Safari and Mail
• Unlimited undo and redo
• Detailed in-app help
• Play or record 2 different instruments at the same time with 2 keyboard rows
• iPhone and iPad Retina Display supported
• Compatible with CoreMIDI (MIDI in and out), Virtual MIDI and MIDI hardware.

Video tutorials are available on the Xewton YouTube channel.

## Key features

- Virtual piano keyboard with pitch bend
- 194 studio-recorded instruments
- 127-track sequencer with extensive note editing
- 10 real-time audio effects
- Microphone recording and audio track editing
- Sampler for custom instruments
- MIDI import/export

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $14.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 60 Instrument Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |
| Classic Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Band Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Electro Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| World Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| 80s Retro Kits | $2.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #199 in Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

## What do users think of Music Studio?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Powerful music production capabilities
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎨 Wide selection of instruments and sounds
- 💡 Ability to record audio and MIDI tracks
- 🔌 Good integration with external devices and apps

**Cons**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🔇 Audio playback problems
- 📁 Difficulty organizing and managing projects
- 🕹️ Unintuitive controls and navigation
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases required

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Bluetooth/wireless audio not working
- Crashes and freezes when using certain features
- Recorded audio files not saving properly
- Syncing issues between devices and cloud storage
- Instrument sounds distorting or cutting out

**Most requested features**

- Add pitch correction and speed adjustment tools
- Improve audio file management and organization
- Implement inter-app audio support for better integration
- Add more natural-sounding instrument samples
- Provide a more modern and customizable user interface

## Recent user reviews (10 of 426)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-studio/id328608539/reviews.md

### 4/5 — It’s pretty amazing and PLS respond

*2026-02-16, version 2.11.1*

I bought this app about six months ago and it is pretty cool. It comes with demos and lots of instruments that has more of a variety than garage band, you can add special effects and even make your own instruments. But one problem. When I try to name my sounds it kicks me out of the app. Could you fix that ? In other stuff, I recommend this app to everyone. 😁😀😊😋🤩

### 3/5 — If they ever update this I will change my review

*2026-01-06, version 2.11.1*

I’ve had this app since release. Was fabulous and now NO SUPPORT AT ALL! I paid for the app and all the in apps and now no support or anything. I will change review when the app is usable again. Was one of my faves but now not usable on iOS 13. Please update and don’t let all your supporters be left out in the cold. Please update this app my goodness.

### 4/5 — Deberían mejorar más la app

*2025-12-25, version 2.11.1*

Es una aplicación muy buena. Doy 4 estrellas… Aunque deberían mejorar algunas cosas por ejemplo usar el pich en el teclado ya que no te deja vibrar los sonidos en el teclado. Y mejorar usar más ritmos en el track con samples ya que solo permiten usar un ritmo! 
Y combinar sonidos etc. debe tener actualizaciones. Ya que mucha gente lo usan.

### 5/5 — Awesome app!

*2025-11-23, version 2.11.1*

I’ve used this app for 8 years now and I think it’s better than garageband! The fact you can make your own instruments makes it even better!

### 4/5 — I LOVED IT

*2025-09-14, version 2.11.1*

Yeah, it may have some technical flaws and some purchases to make, but it was an amazing app! the instruments are better and has more variety than garage band. I think everyone should get this.             
I LOVED IT! 😆😍🥰😻

### 5/5 — Fantastic

*2025-09-10, version 2.11.1*

There are a few issues actually getting the audio file off the app and onto your PC, but generally great.

### 5/5 — Daw is Awe

*2025-07-26, version 2.11.1*

I use Cubase and Cubasis both. This DAW, also from the makers of Cubase, is amazing and loads of fun. Just right for the novice. It’s loaded. I recommend it.

### 1/5 — Like this game but wait

*2025-06-24, version 2.11.1*

I was cresting the song while I’m working, when I press undo button, it kicked me out and I need to do it again.

### 2/5 — Stopped improving

*2025-06-21, version 2.11.1*

Last update was 4 years ago. That says all I or you need to know about this once fine app.

### 2/5 — No benefits from Steinberg buying this app

*2025-06-08, version 2.11.1*

What was the point of Steinberg buying this app? There doesn’t seem to be a benefit whatsoever as far as this app goes.

## Frequently asked questions about Music Studio

### What is Music Studio?

Music Studio is a comprehensive digital audio workstation designed for mobile devices. It offers a complete music production environment, allowing users to compose, record, edit, and mix music with professional-grade features and sound quality.

### What are the key features of Music Studio?

Key features include a photorealistic 85-key keyboard, 194 studio-recorded instruments, a 127-track sequencer with detailed note editing, 10 real-time audio effects, microphone recording capabilities, and a sampler for creating custom instruments. It also supports Audiobus and Inter-App Audio.

### Is Music Studio free to use?

Yes, there is a free Lite version available to try. The full version of Music Studio is a paid application, and additional instruments can be purchased through in-app purchases.

### What devices is Music Studio compatible with?

Music Studio is compatible with iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch devices. It supports Retina displays and offers background audio playback and recording.

### How can I share my music created with Music Studio?

You can save and load your songs within the app. Songs can be exported to WAV and AAC formats and shared via email, Dropbox, iCloud Drive, AudioCopy, and SoundCloud. Wi-Fi and iTunes file transfer to a computer are also supported.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.11.1 — 2020-12-30

Bug fixes

### 2.11 — 2020-09-15

• 80s Retro Drum Kit
• 10 additional 80s Retro Kits available as in-app purchase
• Support for all iPhone and iPad screen sizes
• Bug fixes

### 2.10 — 2018-06-20

• iOS 11 Files app support enables you to create and manage custom folders
• Files app (iCloud) import now allows for multiple file selection
• Fixed a bug where touches on the screen edges were ignored
• Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 2.9 — 2017-12-21

• 5 new instruments: MC Drum Kit, Vintage Bass, Dulcimer, Music Box, Orchestra Hit
• Trash folder to prevent accidental deleting or overwriting
• File renaming
• Share option "Open with" changed to "Apps & more"
• Audiobus 3 SDK updated
• Bug fixes and stability improvements

Please support us with your 5 star review to help keep the updates coming!

### 2.8 — 2017-04-03

Support us with your 5 star review to help keep the updates coming! New in version 2.8:
• Audiobus 3 support featuring MIDI routing and Audio Unit Extensions
• Bug fixes

Improve Music Studio by reporting bugs and feature requests to the forum at www.xewton.com, we can't reply if you post them as a review.

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