# PlayFadePause > Mobile theatrical audio control for complex sound cues and playback. (iPhone/iPad app by Richard Williamson.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playfadepause/id493685404 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Richard Williamson](https://appshunter.io/developer/320933775) - Category: Utilities, Entertainment - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 32 MB - Languages: American English, Japanese - Released: 2012-01-12 - Data updated: 2026-06-01 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playfadepause/id493685404/reviews.md ## What is PlayFadePause? At last theatrical audio control for situations where you can't afford (or can't fit) a laptop - now free for one show file, and also free to import shared show files. Now fully free! Making full use of all the features of your device, PlayFadePause allows you to run a complete show with complex sound cues, all from the press of a simple GO button. Features include - Play multiple sound cues at the same time, at different (preset) volumes - Easily crossfade between cues without creating multiple fade cues - Fire cues over a network using OSC - Fade running sound effects up or down, automatically stopping the cue when the fade is complete if required - Loop sound effects infinitely, or for a certain number of times. - Easily crossfade between two tracks - Adjust in and out times for play cues - Set and fade the pan and speed of tracks - Set cues to auto follow, with delays if required - Import audio from your iTunes library, from email attachments, from dropbox or from other PlayFadePause show files - Export show files as a bundle (including all audio files) through the standard iOS share interface - Manage show files in an easy to use interface - Set the app to force the device's volume to remain at full while the app is running - Stop the device from sleeping while the app is active - De-bounce guard to avoid double tapping Go Perfect for running small scale shows, for using in rehearsals or for conferences PlayFadePause is free for one show, with an In App Purchase available to unlock unlimited shows and sharing features ## Key features - Simultaneous multi-sound playback - Seamless crossfading between cues - Networked cue firing via OSC - Adjustable sound effect fades - Infinite or timed looping - Import audio from various sources - Exportable show files ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Save Shows | $2.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 10) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playfadepause/id493685404/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Best way to fade out music on iPhone *2025-06-05, version 3.1* I’ve never left an app review but I had to say thank you for this app! It was exactly what I needed: a way to prepare a playlist of tracks that could either fade out smoothly on command or could autoplay through if the user didn’t do anything. It was easy to set up and to teach others how to use (all I had to do was tell them to just press the Go button to trigger each action!). It allowed me to setup all the music for my wedding ceremony how I wanted it and I could then easily get anyone to press the buttons on the day, and it worked flawlessly. Thank you for this app! ### 1/5 — Rubbish is an understatement *2016-03-16, version 1.03* I got an email a few days after downloading the app and it told me I have to pay £3.99 but I didn't agree and when I tried to stop it, it was to hard to figure out how so I have to pay this money for no reason ### 1/5 — Can't import anything! *2016-02-22, version 1.03* I'd heard some good things about this app, but after numerous attempts I haven't managed to import anything. It doesn't import from Dropbox, which seems ridiculous, as most other sound cue apps do, only from iTunes, and that is no easy process, especially if the track is DRM protected. Deleted unfortunately, and the search for a decent sound cue app, which plays one cue over another, continues. ### 5/5 — Great app! Just one bug. *2015-10-20* Just like q-lab; super, super useful for theater! Only annoying thing: every time you import a track, the app crashes. But once they're all in there, you're good. ### 5/5 — Perfect *2014-11-21, version 1.03* I don't normally do reviews but on this occasion I'm so blown away it just had to be done. I was looking for a Qlab style audio playback software for iPhone. After a quick google "play fade pause" came up. A download later and I was importing my files for the evenings awards show. All went without a hitch, the software is incredibly easy to use and is perfect for audio playback for events. The option of having a big go button whilst also being able to see the current cue was brilliant. To the creator of the app, I think I owe you a beer mate! ### 5/5 — Great simple product *2014-11-20, version 1.03* This does exactly what I wanted it to do. A really simple program to play sound cues which is intuitive and quick to pick up. Worth every penny. Shame you couldn't offer some sort of limited program - say maybe 10 sound cues for free - so people can evaluate before buying - I'm sure you'd drum up more users if you did 😊 ### 5/5 — Love it *2012-07-02, version 1.01* I work a lot in outdoor theatre, and having something this portable with this amount of functionality is fantastic. I found the app very easy to programme, and testing it out in situ worked like a dream. No more lugging my laptop round festival sites or worrying about having it nicked in insecure locations. Three quid well spent. ### 5/5 — Great App for Schools and Theatre alike! *2012-03-08, version 1.01* This app is brilliant. Once I was having to mess around with Cd's or laptops that updated during shows. This app solves all the problems. I have used it on 6 or 7 shows running basic to complex cue lists and it has never failed me (touch wood). It takes some time to get used to as I was not native to sound. But it was very easy to understand and only took two shows before I felt I knew it inside out. A really good app that should be useful to any form of theatre. ### 2/5 — Ipad *2012-02-23, version 1.01* This app would be an absolutely awesome theatrical tool for the iPad but is just too temperamental to trust! Unfortunately, leaving the app running for prolonged periods of time, leads to the app crashing and just not playing/ fading/ pausing any songs or sounds within the playlist…Only after restarting the app several times does it seem to work again! Please fix this soon because potential for this for use in the theatre or elsewhere is huge! Its such a shame for which otherwise would be a really great app on the iPad :( ### 5/5 — Great app! *2012-01-14, version 1.0* I've been waiting for an app like this! Looking forward to updates and iPad native version. ## Frequently asked questions about PlayFadePause ### What is PlayFadePause? PlayFadePause is a mobile application designed for theatrical audio control, allowing users to manage complex sound cues and playback directly from their iPhone or iPad. It offers features like simultaneous sound playback, crossfading, and network control. ### How much does PlayFadePause cost? PlayFadePause is free to download and use for one show file. An in-app purchase is available to unlock unlimited shows and sharing features, providing full functionality. ### Can I use PlayFadePause offline? The description does not specify offline functionality for all features. However, importing audio from iTunes and managing local show files suggests some offline capabilities. Networked features like OSC would require a connection. ### What devices does PlayFadePause support? PlayFadePause is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to leverage the full features of these devices for audio control. ### How often is PlayFadePause updated? The app was last updated on December 9, 2024, indicating active development and support. The latest version is 3.1, released in 2012 with subsequent updates. ### What is the age rating for PlayFadePause? PlayFadePause has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This rating suggests no mature content is present. ### Does PlayFadePause have ads? No, PlayFadePause does not contain advertisements. The app is free for basic use, with an optional in-app purchase for advanced features. ### How does PlayFadePause compare to desktop software? PlayFadePause offers theatrical audio control on a mobile device, eliminating the need for a laptop for smaller productions. It provides essential features like cue playback, crossfading, and network control in a portable format. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.1 — 2024-12-09 Bug fixes ### 3.0 — 2023-01-19 - Fixes for saving/renaming/sharing - UI fixes - All features now free ### 2.2.3 — 2017-01-31 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Fixes a bug causing app to crash when attempting to share with iPad ### 2.2.2 — 2017-01-25 - Fixed bug that stopped paused cues being restarted (also re-named pause cue type to "play/pause/stop" for clarity - Added debounce guard to de-risk double-tapping of go button, there is now a minimum of 0.3 seconds between "go" presses, you can disable this guard in settings ### 2.2.1 — 2017-01-11 Fixed issue with legacy users not always being recognised ## Apps similar to PlayFadePause | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Echoboard](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echoboard/id6752585217) | — | Free | Utilities | | [Prostage Remote Control](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prostage-remote-control/id1451536853) | — | Free | Utilities | | [Easy Cue](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easy-cue/id6470928843) | — | Free | Utilities | | [Calorie Counter+ Recipe: Fooda](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calorie-counter-plus-recipe-fooda/id6464586894) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Utilities | | [Lab Monkey](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lab-monkey/id1190143824) | 5.0 (13) | Free | Utilities | | [CuePlayer: Event Media Player](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cueplayer-event-media-player/id6740263029) | 4.5 (4) | Free | Utilities | ## More apps by Richard Williamson - [shift-label](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-label/id1189771234) - [shift-patch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-patch/id1296678886) All apps by Richard Williamson: https://appshunter.io/developer/320933775 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-01.*