Pocket Chops

Pocket Chops

Practice on the go!

12 ratings
5 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 12 Jun 2025)

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Lowest price: Free a year ago (-100%)


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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 11, 2021
  • July 7, 2024

Features

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About

This is a portable rudiment trainer for drummers to practice and improve their skills. It offers a vast library of rudiments, custom preset creation, and various difficulty and time signature options. The app includes a multi-sensory metronome and virtual practice pads with feedback to help users perfect their technique.

Over 2,300 practice rudiments
15 custom rudiment presets
Multiple difficulty levels
Variable time signatures
Random rudiment generator
On-the-fly rudiment transposition
Multi-sensory metronome
Virtual practice pads with haptics
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What's New in Pocket Chops

2.2.0

July 7, 2024

- Fixed a bug that was disabling pad visuals and metronome accuracy feedback

User reviews

This is showing up in GameCenter

It’s not a game.

Response from developer

Pocket Chops is a practice tool that can be found in the music/education categories. It uses the Game Center leaderboards so drummers can track their progress against other drummers around the world. This can also be helpful for teachers looking to track the progress of their students

Not what I expected but decent

I expected this to rate accuracy of timing. But it rates the accuracy of your sequence of taps. That is good in terms of flexibility to interpret beats as quarter, eights and sixteenths for ease of practice. The sound latency for the pads is very, very notable so I turn the pad sounds off. I don’t mind that at all. The metronome sound is useful. I’d like to see: a correct phrase repetition count (Stick Control style!)- maybe an auto advance after X number of repetitions too. Adding flams and maybe fivelets. MIDI input :-) I’m using my index fingers. A bit of guidance on how beats are intended to be articulated on the glass practically would have been nice. Cheers.
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Response from developer

Thanks for your feedback! To clarify on the touch dynamics, I was using Apple's 3D Touch functionality to detect the pressure strength of a user's hit to determine if it should be a ghost note, standard hit, or accent. However, Apple has since replaced 3D Touch with Haptic Touch in most of their devices which eliminates the ability to detect the pressure strength of a user's input. To circumvent this, I now calculate dynamics based on the size of the user's touch. The smaller the input the lighter the hit and the larger the input the heavier the hit. Using the tip of your finger/thumb should produce a ghost note, an average touch should produce a standard hit, and your whole fingerprint should produce a heavier accent. Admittedly, it is not a perfect solution compared to the old 3D Touch dynamics and users could certainly benefit from guidance on these mechanics. As for your suggestions, accuracy of timing and correct note streaks are currently in the works. You can expect to see these in future updates once they are ironed out. I appreciate your support! Cheers

Awesome

This app is great for on the go practice or if you come up with an idea when you’re not near your set

On the go rudiments

Great app for on the go practice

Lock those patterns in on the go.

When you can’t be in front of the real thing, this is a cool tool to learn/practice patterns and keep time.

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FAQ

What is Pocket Chops?

Pocket Chops is a mobile application designed to help drummers practice and master rudiments. It provides a comprehensive collection of exercises and tools to enhance drumming skills.

How many rudiments are available in Pocket Chops?

Pocket Chops features over 2,300 practice rudiments, catering to a wide range of drumming abilities and styles.

Can I create my own rudiments in Pocket Chops?

Yes, Pocket Chops allows you to craft your own unique rudiments using 15 custom presets, giving you flexibility in your practice routine.

Does Pocket Chops offer different practice difficulties?

Pocket Chops supports multiple difficulty levels, including Novice, Intermediate, and Expert, so you can tailor your practice to your current skill level.

What time signatures does Pocket Chops support?

The app supports various time signatures, including 3/4, 4/4, and 5/4, allowing for diverse rhythmic practice.

Does Pocket Chops have ads?

Pocket Chops is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted practice experience for users.

What devices is Pocket Chops available on?

Pocket Chops is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

How often is Pocket Chops updated?

Pocket Chops was last updated on July 7, 2024, with version 2.2.0, indicating regular maintenance and potential feature additions.