Roland Zenbeats

Roland Zenbeats

by Roland Corporation

268 ratings
205 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 17, 2019
  • June 3, 2025

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Create music anywhere, anytime on any device. Build beats, compose songs, and sample sounds with a vast library of modern and legendary Roland sounds. Edit, refine, and mix your tracks with powerful tools and share your creations easily.

Multitrack song composition
ZR1 Drum Sampler
ZC1 Synthesizer
Sample import and editing
Full-screen mixer
LoopBuilder and Timeline view
Cross-platform project sharing
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What's New in Roland Zenbeats

3.1.12

June 3, 2025

What's new in 3.1.12 LoopBuilder recording functionality improvements to enable continuous recording from one loop cell to the next Fixed issue with reverse audio processing adding extra space to the end of a clip. Fixed Content Transfer functionality by ensuring required network permission is requested Fixed sluggish UI when inputting MIDI notes

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音は悪くない

無線ヘッドホンだととにかく重い。遅延があるものなのでバッファが足りなくなるんだと思う。Air Podsでも気軽に打ち込みできるようにしてほしいな。

あと、タイムラインの打ち込みメインだと少し面倒。いいやり方があるのかな?

アンドゥがうまく機能しないことがあったり、楽曲のロード時にプラグインの設定がおかしくなるバグがたまに起こるね。なんでだろ。

Response from developer

遅延が高すぎるため、Zenbeats (またはプロオーディオアプリ)でワイヤレスイヤホンを使用することは推奨しない。 最高の音質と低遅延体験のために有線接続を使用すること。

Sp-404 Mkll Companion

If you own a Roland Sp 404 Mkll, this app with your sp is a beast. The resampling feature of the sp from zenbeats and back into the daw is a powerhouse. And the sp can use this feature with any daw, this allows you to build a custom library of kits and loops for both. Don’t sleepRoland users,the two together is such a powerful workflow that many users overlook.
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iPad mini5ですと

iPad mini5ですと画面の右側が見切れます。スクロールもできないので設定ができない部分があります。旧機種は非対応でしょうか。

Response from developer

この度はご不便をおかけしており、誠に申し訳ございません。また、レビューをお寄せいただきありがとうございます。よろしければ、弊社のカスタマーサポート窓口よりお気軽にお問い合わせください。喜んでサポートさせていただきます。 https://www.roland.com/cloud/contact-us/

It should be the best DAW, but sometimes it crashes at the worst time.

I’m pretty sure the dev team is small and those guys probably read these comments. Matthew does great work and I realize they had/have their hands full with zenology gx.

I think you should seriously take a look at releasing zc1 and zr1 as individual apps and making Zenbeats a closed ecosystem. In my opinion, get rid of auv3. (This is where most crashes come from in my experience). I would also start porting all the vsts in Roland cloud to Zenbeats devices. I would make sure all aira devices have compatibility and integration.

For example if I connect my p6 to my phone and I’m in Zenbeats, the p6 should automatically show up as a new instrument. The transport controls should just work and the pads shouldn’t be affected by the key lock.

This should happen with all Roland devices. Like a tr-1000 connected to an iPad Pro. It should show up as an instrument with all the sub tracks like a zr1.

How does the sp404 have deep integration with koala but not Zenbeats?

If you guys would ever hire someone that only knows JavaScript I’d love to work with the team. I’ve asked before on FB lbvs. Even as an intern.
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User Interface is Horrible

Out of all the apps that can make music on the iPhone, this user interface is the most cramped and unusable I’ve ever seen. There are constant pop-ups trying to sell a bunch of add-ons and the option to “Never Show Again” is unclickable. All of the buttons are too small. I want to use this app so badly but Roland appears incapable of hiring a UI/UX team that designs for modern devices. This feels like a low-res junk app for the iPhone 4.
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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Disappearing audio files

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Unresponsive MIDI learn

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Incompatibility with iOS 13

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Broken tutorial screens

Bug

Inconsistent plugin behavior

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Requested Features

6 requests

Improved MIDI support

Feature

Audio file export options

Feature

Sidechain compression

Feature

Deeper synth editing capabilities

Feature

Audiobus/IAA compatibility

Feature

Customizable keyboard layout

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FAQ

What is Roland Zenbeats?

Roland Zenbeats is a music creation application designed to help users find their creative flow. It allows for beat building, multitrack song composition, and sampling sounds from the environment. The app provides access to a wide range of modern and legendary Roland sounds, making music creation accessible on various mobile and computer platforms.

What are the key features of Roland Zenbeats?

Key features include the ZR1 Drum Sampler for beatmaking, the ZC1 Synthesizer based on the ZEN-Core Synthesis System, and advanced editing tools for samples. Users can also compose full multitrack songs, utilize LoopBuilder and Timeline views for arrangement, and access a full-screen mixer for track balancing. The app also supports easy sharing of projects across devices.

How much does Roland Zenbeats cost?

The app is free to download and use, offering a free version of the ZC1 synthesizer with signature Roland sounds and 60 presets. Additional sounds, loops, and creative tools are available for purchase through the Zenbeats Store. Unlocking the full version of ZC1 provides over 900 additional presets and 90 MFX.

What platforms is Roland Zenbeats compatible with?

Roland Zenbeats is designed to work on any mobile device or computer platform. This cross-platform compatibility allows users to start creating music on one device and continue on another, ensuring a seamless creative workflow regardless of their chosen hardware.

Who is Roland Zenbeats for?

This app is ideal for emerging musicians and established producers who want an intuitive and accessible way to create music. It's also suitable for anyone interested in exploring music production on their mobile devices or computers, offering a user-friendly interface with powerful creative tools.