# Peter Vogel CMI Pro > Retro music creation app modeled on the Fairlight CMI, featuring classic sounds and a sequencer. (iPhone/iPad app by Peter Vogel Instruments Pty Ltd.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peter-vogel-cmi-pro/id427747876 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Peter Vogel Instruments Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/415596514) - Category: Music, Entertainment - Price: $49.99 - Rating: 2.70/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 45 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 106 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2011-04-01 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peter-vogel-cmi-pro/id427747876/reviews.md ## What is Peter Vogel CMI Pro? NOTE: Do not buy this if you have already bought the Vogel CMI App. Save money by using its in-App upgrade. If you are not sure you want the Pro features, buy the Vogel CMI App. Experience music making ‘80s style with this awesome retro app, modelled on the legendary Fairlight* Computer Musical Instrument. Preloaded with 500+ CMI Series II sounds and 100+ Series III sounds, for the first time a byte-perfect re-issue of the classic CMI sounds of the 80s. 
This app includes the famous ‘Page R’, which was the world's first screen-based rhythm sequencer. Today every sampler, digital synthesiser, sequencer and audio workstation can trace its lineage back to this legendary machine. Now you can make music using tools like those used by artists including Alan Parsons, Jean Michel Jarre, Trevor Horn, Thomas Dolby, Brian Eno, Kate Bush, Peter Gabriel, Stevie Wonder and so many more. This app is a part midi player, part creative tool and part history lesson – developed by Peter Vogel and his nerds who worked on the Fairlight CMI in the '80s. 

FEATURES 

- entire original CMI IIX Sound library containing 564 voices* - 100+ selected CMI III sounds 

- play the CMI voices from an external MIDI input (supports Core MIDI devices. Line6 MidiMobilizer II or Akai SynthStation require MidiBridge or similar), or use the on-screen keyboard* - Sample your own voices from the microphone or line in, then use them in your compositions - display voices graphically using the iconic Page D, and change your viewpoint by tilting your iPhone/iPad* - authentic CMI user interface experience, including floppy disk quirks* 
- 8 track composition using ‘Page R’ pattern-based sequencer 
- create instrument sets that store settings for all 8 channels, including the voices, pitch shifts, volumes, release times etc. - import/export voices, compositions, MIDI and instruments and exchange with others. * These features also available on the lower cost ‘Player’ version of the CMI App.

 REVIEWS I would have never dreamt in a million years to own a Fairlight. It is the stuff of legends! Beyond any ordinary man's budget! And for this day to come a reality for a mere $10!! I am in awe and shock! I cannot emphasize how thankful I am to you for releasing this Iconic and Legendary instrument as an iPhone application!! (Imad Hamadieh, Dubai, UAE) Very nice app! A complete revival / reissue of the best computer musical instrument ever in a tiny but very useful format. It is a joy to see an epic piece of synthesizer/sampling history as an app for the millions. Finally you can take your Fairlight wherever you are! A Fairlight to go-go-go! (Freek Roffel, Netherlands) The CMI and PAGE R are back!!! This Fairlight app is amazing! It's the real deal - all the official factory sounds of a CMI IIx, with the option for the best of Series III sounds! It has some neat "easter eggs" and a TON of useful features. Even just starting up the app is cool - check it out. This app is very intuitive and easy to use, but still includes well-written and extensive help pages. I can't wait to try it out on the iPad 2. (Jaish Chada, Canada) Again I would like to take a moment and extend a huge THANK YOU to the entire Fairlight team. ... You have taken the time and patience to create an affordable solution for the masses. ... You have given us a gift. I am truly excited to see what users will do with this App to change the future of music once again. Sincerely, thank you. (Zacharia Malakai, USA) DEVICE REQUIREMENT 

This App will work on any device running iOS 7 or later. However, if you want to use Audiobus or do heavy performance and composing work, we recommend a minimum of iPhone 5 or iPad 3. *Fairlight is a trademark of Fairlight.au Pty Ltd Australia ## Key features - 500+ CMI Series II sounds - 100+ CMI Series III sounds - Page R rhythm sequencer - Sample your own voices - External MIDI input support - 8-track composition - Authentic CMI user interface ## Recent user reviews (10 of 45) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peter-vogel-cmi-pro/id427747876/reviews.md ### 1/5 — I loved this app, but it’s dying *2025-01-19* With each subsequent iOS update, the app loses functionality. Apparently nobody is home taking care of it any longer. I feel cheated. I would like to still be able to sample and edit. ### 4/5 — Crashing on Opening *2024-02-25* I used to Love this App. But right now it Crashes Every Time I try to Open it! Please update it so it opens in the newer iOS Versions. ### 2/5 — Not such a good app. *2021-12-08, version 2.4.3* It seems to crash a lot in AUM and it doesn’t work in Audiobus 3 so a bit of a disappointment. ### 1/5 — Money down the drain *2021-03-10* Still crashes on launch after the 3-9-21 update. /// App does not work in iOS 14. Why is this allowed to stay in the App Store? ### 1/5 — Why isn’t this working anymore? *2021-01-04* Why isn’t this working anymore? ### 1/5 — Crashes when launching on iPhone 11 Pro Max *2020-05-15* Program was running great on my previous version iPhone. Tried deleting and reloading. No success. Tried contacting app support but got a 404 error. Anyone have any suggestions ### 4/5 — Love this! *2020-01-02* I really love playing sounds and sometimes playing them slowed down like with orch1, but I played anvil11 and BrassFall11 and it sounded just like Terminator 2 Judgement Day soundtrack! It’s amazing! I highly recommend you get it! But I don’t like how expensive this was. Why is it so expensive? ### 1/5 — Broken after last update *2019-11-07* Can now only play one note at a time after the last update. I’ve had this app now for years and it’s been great going all the way back to my 3rd generation iPad running IOS 8, but now after the update you can no longer play chords .. only one note at a time. I’m using two iPad Pro’s now days one running IOS 12.3.1 and the other IOS 11.3.1. If this gets fixed I’ll give it a 5 star rating .. but as is now after the update it’s useless. ### 4/5 — Wish there were more functionality *2019-02-07* Would love to see the HARMONIC ENVELOPES PAGE 4 implemented someday, and a skin from the model III rather than I and II; it’s far easier on the eyes after a while. I would like to see this app updated to the point where a modern brain could use it for music production for the use of its excellent sample library. I went through my vintage-stuff phase, just want to get some work done. Thank you! ### 5/5 — A player *2017-01-25* Who would have thought, back in the day, while most of us were coding on tickertape and punch cards, that some brilliant guys would put together such an awesome creature that had a touchscreen interface and played back the coolest digital samples. Something that impressed Stevie Wonder and Quincy Jones? And that a couple of decades later you could download a Fairlight in less than a minute? Never mind. I just spent an hour just going through the sound files like a kid in a game store. It's a piece of history and science fiction all at once. ## Frequently asked questions about Peter Vogel CMI Pro ### What is Peter Vogel CMI Pro? Peter Vogel CMI Pro is a mobile application that emulates the legendary Fairlight Computer Musical Instrument (CMI) from the 1980s. It provides users with a byte-perfect re-issue of classic CMI sounds and includes features like the 'Page R' rhythm sequencer, allowing for retro-style music creation. ### What are the key features of this app? Key features include over 500 CMI Series II sounds and 100+ CMI Series III sounds, the 'Page R' pattern-based sequencer for 8-track composition, the ability to play CMI voices from external MIDI input or an on-screen keyboard, and the option to sample and use your own voices. It also offers an authentic CMI user interface experience. ### How much does Peter Vogel CMI Pro cost? The application is a paid app. Users can purchase it directly. It is recommended to buy the 'Vogel CMI App' first if unsure about the Pro features, as an in-app upgrade is available to save money. ### What devices is Peter Vogel CMI Pro compatible with? The app is designed for iPhone and iPad. It supports Core MIDI devices for external input, though some specific hardware like Line6 MidiMobilizer II or Akai SynthStation may require additional software like MidiBridge. ### Who would benefit from using this app? This app is ideal for musicians, producers, and music history enthusiasts who want to experience the iconic sounds and workflow of the Fairlight CMI. It's particularly suited for those interested in 80s electronic music, sampling, and vintage synthesizer emulation. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.4.3 — 2021-03-10 2.4.3 --- • Better iOS 14 compatibility • Fixed random crash on startup 2.4.1 --- • Better iOS 13 compatibility • Replaces the obsolete channel volume setting with a mixer output setting (for some external audio devices that were saturating) 2.4 ---- New Features * Use Audiobus to connect, map and route MIDI inputs and outputs from physical devices and other apps, including individual inputs for each channel card synth as well as one for Page R MMC (start/stop control) * The on-screen keyboard now shows which voice it will play, and automatically mirrors the first instrument channel when an instrument is selected * New settings to control how external MIDI events are routed to the selected voice and Page R recording * The selected voice now has its own MIDI channel, so you now have a 9-channel synthesiser * Page 2 instrument voices now list their assigned MIDI channel number * Page S (Sampler) tightened timing on recording start-- no longer records the last beep * Improvements in iOS 12 and future compatibility Bug Fixes * fixes an occasional crash with MIDI in, especially in Page R * fixes a crash in iOS 12 on phones when moving from Page 3 to Page R * fixes the missing music keyboard in Page R on some phones * fixes the crash when using the very quirky “MIDI by turns” setting * fixes loss of audio after phone call interruption * fixes the newsletter subscription process in the settings * fixes audio shutdown and buzzing noise in background when Audiobus is connected and the "background audio" setting is off NOTE: although this app appears as a source and destination for Inter App Audio, it is not configured to do so. Use Audiobus to route audio to and from apps that need IAA. ### 2.4.2 — 2019-10-25 2.4.1 --- • Better iOS 13 compatibility • Replaces the obsolete channel volume setting with a mixer output setting (for some external audio devices that were saturating) 2.4 ---- New Features * Use Audiobus to connect, map and route MIDI inputs and outputs from physical devices and other apps, including individual inputs for each channel card synth as well as one for Page R MMC (start/stop control) * The on-screen keyboard now shows which voice it will play, and automatically mirrors the first instrument channel when an instrument is selected * New settings to control how external MIDI events are routed to the selected voice and Page R recording * The selected voice now has its own MIDI channel, so you now have a 9-channel synthesiser * Page 2 instrument voices now list their assigned MIDI channel number * Page S (Sampler) tightened timing on recording start-- no longer records the last beep * Improvements in iOS 12 and future compatibility Bug Fixes * fixes an occasional crash with MIDI in, especially in Page R * fixes a crash in iOS 12 on phones when moving from Page 3 to Page R * fixes the missing music keyboard in Page R on some phones * fixes the crash when using the very quirky “MIDI by turns” setting * fixes loss of audio after phone call interruption * fixes the newsletter subscription process in the settings * fixes audio shutdown and buzzing noise in background when Audiobus is connected and the "background audio" setting is off NOTE: although this app appears as a source and destination for Inter App Audio, it is not configured to do so. Use Audiobus to route audio to and from apps that need IAA. ### 2.4 — 2019-09-15 New Features * Use Audiobus to connect, map and route MIDI inputs and outputs from physical devices and other apps, including individual inputs for each channel card synth as well as one for Page R MMC (start/stop control) * The on-screen keyboard now shows which voice it will play, and automatically mirrors the first instrument channel when an instrument is selected * New settings to control how external MIDI events are routed to the selected voice and Page R recording * The selected voice now has its own MIDI channel, so you now have a 9-channel synthesiser * Page 2 instrument voices now list their assigned MIDI channel number * Page S (Sampler) tightened timing on recording start-- no longer records the last beep * Improvements in iOS 12 and future compatibility Bug Fixes * fixes an occasional crash with MIDI in, especially in Page R * fixes a crash in iOS 12 on phones when moving from Page 3 to Page R * fixes the missing music keyboard in Page R on some phones * fixes the crash when using the very quirky “MIDI by turns” setting * fixes loss of audio after phone call interruption * fixes the newsletter subscription process in the settings * fixes audio shutdown and buzzing noise in background when Audiobus is connected and the "background audio" setting is off NOTE: although this app appears as a source and destination for Inter App Audio, it is not configured to do so. Use Audiobus to route audio to and from apps that need IAA. ### 2.3.2 — 2017-09-25 Minor compatibility release ### 2.3.1 — 2017-01-25 Version 2.3.1: • Fixes a bug where built-in voices did not play in Page R or preview if they were not loaded in the Voice screen previously Version 2.3: IMPROVEMENTS • A new MIDI engine allows connection via the most common Virtual MIDI protocol - OMAC/MidiBus • Tapping the on-screen keyboard's MIDI display brings up a MIDI control panel that allows you to turn on and off all the physical and virtual MIDI inputs, and allows you to connect to Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE MIDI) devices. • Now responds to a few MIDI continuous controllers: • modulation wheel input: controls vibrato (LFO) • controller 7: main amplifier gain • controller 10: pan Please let us know what other controllers you want, doing what. • Now responds to MIDI MMC messages if a song has been loaded in Page R: • START: starts playing the song from the beginning • STOP: pauses song playback • CONTINUE: continues playing from where it paused • note that although MMC messages are processed, CLOCK IN is not used. The CMI app can not yet synch to an external clock source. • Experimental - sends MIDI MMC messages if a song has been loaded in Page R: • START: when the song starts playing from the beginning • STOP: when the song pauses song playback • CONTINUE: when the song continues playing from where it paused • CLOCK: (yes, much requested) a standard MIDI 24-ticks-per-quarter-note clock is output while the song is playing. Please let us know how Clock Out works for you. • Allows audio output via Bluetooth BUG FIXES • Fixes the Page R invisible music keyboard on smaller iPhones • Fixes a bug where newly inserted notes in Page R sometimes did not play • Fixes edited waveform not playing sometimes; displays warning if edited waveform is not saved • Fixes the inability to connect as an IAA input for apps such as Auria • Fixes the MIDI pitch wheel input, which was getting stuck at a semitone low. • The CMI app is now once again visible in MidiBridge, so it can receive MIDI from non-Core-Midi devices not directly supported by the CMI app. • Fixes the crunchy sound on the startup song. • Avoids the iOS bug that broke the left keys on the iPhone on-screen music keyboard. NOTE: disables swipe-to-go-back. 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