# Percussions — My virtual percussions

> Virtual percussion instrument app with 18 high-quality sounds and multiple play methods. (iPhone/iPad app by CRIMSON TECHNOLOGY, Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/percussions/id321928387 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CRIMSON TECHNOLOGY, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/310846061)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 22 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2009-07-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/percussions/id321928387/reviews.md

## What is Percussions?

"Percussions" is, as its name suggests, a new virtual musical instrument application which 
offers the performance of 18 kinds of percussion instruments in high sound quality.

 As well as actual percussion instruments, everyone can play each sound by various methods 
as follows: Tapping the screen, shaking the device, rolling the device, ...

 Moreover, favorite percussion instruments can be allocated to tabs in the tab bar and switched instantaneously.

 Also you can play percussion part of your favorite tunes with iPod music playback.

 A lot of unusual percussion instruments without seeing are included in this application. 

But those sounds might have been heard many times. Let's liven up your music party by the sound of this application.

[Features]

-Including 18 percussion instruments
  Agogo, Bell Tree, Bongo, Castanet,
  Claves, Conga, Cowbell, Cuica, Guiro,
  Maracas, Matraca, Scratch (Turn Table),
  Shaker, Tambourine, Timbales, Triangle,
  Vibraslap, Wood Block

-Various perform methods in answer to actual instrument
  Tapping the screen: Bongo, Castanet, etc.
  Rubbing the screen: Guiro, Cuica, Scratch, Matraca, etc.
  Pressing down the screen (for playing muted sound): Conga (High), Triangle, etc.
  Swinging the device downward: Cowbell, Timbales, etc.
  Shaking the device: Shaker, Maracas, etc.

-Low latency and real output sound by internal software synthesizer
  Reverb effect

Note; Please set animation off on the setting view when feeling that the response is not quick because of the model etc.

## Key features

- 18 virtual percussion instruments
- Multiple playing methods (tap, shake, roll)
- Customizable tab bar for quick instrument switching
- iPod music playback integration
- Low latency and high-quality sound
- Reverb effect

## Recent user reviews (10 of 22)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/percussions/id321928387/reviews.md

### 2/5 — 間違えて買った

*2023-06-30*

高いですね

### 1/5 — Percussions app ?

*2020-08-08, version 2.0.1*

The worst percussion app, no velocities, tiny percussions,  no recording mode, dubious taste of the visuals, not worth the price.

### 1/5 — Percussions

*2014-11-23*

Das tolle an dieser App war, dass man zu jeder Musik im djay mitspielen konnte ohne das die Musik leiser wurde. Leider ist das seit dem letzten Update nicht mehr so. Sobald man die Percussions App öffnet, wird die Musik leiser. Das ist echt ärgerlich und sehr schade.

### 4/5 — Nice fix, back to fun

*2012-01-15*

It's a fun app for playing some good sounds. Now that the bug is fixed and it opens, I'm back to playing along and using the sounds.

### 1/5 — Worst company and app out there

*2011-12-06*

Crashed right after opening. Deleted and reinstalled. Same thing. Tried contacting company before I wrote this review. Never returned emails. I wouldn't have given this any stars if that were an option. Don't buy. Make better use of your money. Take some cash and flush it down the toilet or set it on fire and roast marshmallows. At least then it would give you momentary enjoyment!

### 1/5 — Bummer!!!  Not compatible...

*2011-12-05*

Bummer!!!  Bought it and loved it.  We were going to use it for an upcoming performance - and now it doesn't work!!!!  Please fix!

### 3/5 — 惜しい！

*2011-11-30*

音楽の仕事をしています。
レイテンシーも無く、音源もよくて、即戦力！と思いましたが
一度使ってオフにし、再度使おうとすると立ち上がりません。致命的。
これが改善されたらとてもよいアプリだと思うのですが。
iOS5.0.1に追いついてないんでしょうか？

### 1/5 — Crap

*2011-11-28*

I bought this app and it opened once, maybe twice for me. I've an ipad2 and made sure I updated my system so that everything was up to date and it still won't open up. I was hoping to use this for about the same thing that Northpoint did, but now, were looking else where.

### 3/5 — fun, but glitches

*2011-11-28*

its a fun app i have to admit. me and my kids have fun just messing around. we are using this app for our christmas show this year. there is a glitch in it though. since downloading iOS5 on my iphone and ipad, sometimes it wont load. it acts like its opening and shuts down. my way around it is to just delete the app and re-download it. a little pain in the butt, but still fun!

### 1/5 — Waste of money

*2011-11-18*

Was looking for something slightly more realistic. This is not very good at all really.

## Frequently asked questions about Percussions

### What percussion instruments are included in Percussions?

Percussions includes 18 distinct percussion instruments such as Agogo, Bongo, Conga, Maracas, Tambourine, and Wood Block, offering a wide variety of sounds.

### How can I play the instruments in Percussions?

You can play the instruments in Percussions through various methods, including tapping the screen, shaking the device, and rolling the device, mimicking actual instrument play.

### Can I play along with my own music in Percussions?

Yes, Percussions allows you to play percussion parts along with your favorite tunes by integrating with your iPod music playback library.

### Does Percussions have ads?

No, Percussions does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted musical experience.

### What is the price of Percussions?

Percussions is available for a one-time purchase of $2.99.

### On which devices can I use Percussions?

Percussions is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### How often is Percussions updated?

The latest version of Percussions is 2.2, which was last updated on December 11, 2025, indicating regular maintenance and potential feature additions.

### What is the age rating for Percussions?

Percussions has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users including children.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2025-12-11

Fixed some bugs.

### 2.1 — 2022-10-20

Fixed some bugs.

### 2.0.1 — 2017-08-17

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

You can play Percussions on landscape mode at your iPad.

### 2.0 — 2017-08-06

Percussions, which can play 18 kinds of instruments, is compatible with the latest iOS, and it became a sponsorship application of Asakusa Samba Carnival.

Let's play Percussions according to music at the 36th Asakusa Samba Carnival on August 26!

We have made a major renovation to make it comfortable to use with the latest OS.
· Supports iOS 10
· 64 bit conversion
· Improve design overall
· Improved usability of several instruments

[important point]
· From this version, iOS 9.0 or later devices will be subject to operation.

### 1.3 — 2014-11-21

Upgraded sound quality of built-in reverb

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