# Ruismaker — Analog Drumsynth AUv3

> Analog drumsynth plugin with Euclidean sequencer for iOS music production. (iPhone/iPad app by Bram Bos.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruismaker/id1122156899 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bram Bos](https://appshunter.io/developer/325340444)
- Category: Music
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 57 App Store ratings · 54 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-06-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruismaker/id1122156899/reviews.md

## What is Ruismaker?

What the reviews say:

"A must-have drum synth for electronic music lovers on iOS" - Keyboard Mag

"All of this comes together in a vision that’s really playable [...] this is another excellent choice for the iPad." - CreateDigitalMusic

"Small, compact and easy to use, Ruismaker is both inexpensive and a perfectly credible choice if you are after solid drum synth sounds." - MusicAppBlog

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Ruismaker is a unique drumsynth plugin (i.e. it does not use samples), which is coupled with a creative Euclidean sequencer when run in standalone mode.
 
The plugin is fully AUv3 (Audio Unit) compatible:
- Seamless integration with Garageband and other AU hosts
- Audio Unit Instrument: making music on iOS doesn't get more convenient
- Supports Multi-Output AUv3 in AUM and ApeMatrix!
- Each sound is modeled using authentic analog and FM algorithms; 
- Comes with dozens of unique customizable models
- Does not use any samples; all sounds are synthesized in realtime, on the fly
- Emulates analog components, introducing subtle, natural fluctuations in the sound 
- Light on the CPU, so you can run lots of Ruismakers simultaneously
- Fully automatable parameters (requires host support) and MIDI CC controllable 
- Has its own preset manager

The standalone sequencer is refreshingly different:
- Program patterns using Euclidean algorithms
- Powerful random feature and mutation probability settings per channel 
- Syncs with Ableton Link or MIDI Clock
- Exports WAV and MIDI
- Compatible with Audiobus 3 (including MIDI IN/OUT mode)
- CoreMIDI In and Out
- AU MIDI output for the on-screen pads
 
User manual available on Ruismaker.com

## Key features

- Analog and FM synthesis sound modeling
- Sample-free sound generation
- Euclidean sequencer
- AUv3 compatibility
- MIDI CC control
- WAV and MIDI export
- Ableton Link sync

## Recent user reviews (10 of 54)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruismaker/id1122156899/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Mega!

*2024-08-26*

Eine richtig gut 808-like klingende Drum Machine mit vielen Einstellungsmöglichkeiten. Standalone und als AUV3 verwendbar. Ich nutze sie natürlich besonders gern mit unserem Drum Sequenzer OCTACHRON. Der hat auch gleich ausführliche MIDI Mapping Presets inklusive der CC Werte für Ruismaker und Ruismaker FM mit an Bord ✌️🎶😊

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work - crashes when ever i press a drum button

*2023-05-26*

Was supposed to be compatible with my iPad but i get no sound and it crashes as soon as i press a drum pad. What is wrong with this?
I also have Rozeta which is not revealing its various sequencers. Other apps from this developer seem fine. Waste of money. Not happy.

### 5/5 — Amazing. But it is missing one thing.

*2023-04-09*

I hope the developer sees this! The „randomize“ button is not available for external control via MIDI! Instead, there is a parameter called „dynamics“, which does not seem to do anything. I need the randomize function for my project! Please patch this :) 
It sounds fantastic. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Great drum source!

*2022-09-12*

Just beat it!

### 1/5 — Plainly doesn't work

*2021-03-05*

Displays an empty screen on iPhone 11 Pro with only play and export buttons, and nothing works.

### 3/5 — Promising but not perfect in any way

*2020-11-23*

I love this and mr. Bos’ other software. Major issue for me is that when using Ruismaker in standalone mode, portions of the interface are cut off. 

Why are the delay and revers controls missing in plugin mode??

Also, it would be easier if plug-in mode was able to use the built in sequencer rather than having to export then import into daw.

### 2/5 — No midi control of the random button???

*2020-11-13*

The title says it all. Why can’t we access this button with external midi gear? :/

### 1/5 — 音がショボい

*2020-07-08*

audio unit使えるのは良いんですが、いかんせん音がショボすぎる。これなら内蔵音源使った方がぜんぜん良い。買わない方が良いです。

### 1/5 — würde ich nie empfehlen

*2019-12-19*

ok der Sequenzer ist anders, aber in dem Fall heißt es dass die Editierung nur begrenzt möglich ist. Nur für spezielle Fälle sinnvoll.
Gibt sicher bessere Apps im Vergleich.
Auch bzgl. Soundeditierung.

### 5/5 — PERFECT drums!!

*2019-11-29*

I owned Ruismaker FM previously, but thought I’d give the OG a shot because I actually prefer analog drums over FM. Best drum-related decision I’ve made yet. This drum synth is solid, surprisingly flexible for what it is (a large collection of preset engines for each percussion instrument that can be individually rearranged into drum kits and individually tweaked) and stable. I mean, it’s Bram Bos. Buy it.

## Frequently asked questions about Ruismaker

### What is Ruismaker?

Ruismaker is an analog drumsynth plugin that generates sounds using authentic analog and FM synthesis algorithms, meaning it does not use any samples. It also includes a creative Euclidean sequencer when used in standalone mode. It's designed for creating electronic music on iOS.

### How does Ruismaker create drum sounds?

Instead of using pre-recorded samples, Ruismaker synthesizes all its sounds in real-time using authentic analog and FM algorithms. This allows for unique, customizable drum sounds with natural fluctuations, emulating analog components.

### What are the key features of the Euclidean sequencer?

The standalone sequencer allows you to program patterns using Euclidean algorithms, offering powerful random features and mutation probability settings per channel. It can sync with Ableton Link or MIDI Clock and exports patterns as WAV and MIDI files.

### Is Ruismaker compatible with other music apps on iOS?

Yes, Ruismaker is fully AUv3 compatible, allowing for seamless integration with hosts like Garageband, AUM, and ApeMatrix. It also supports Audiobus 3 and CoreMIDI for broader connectivity.

### What is the cost of Ruismaker?

Based on the provided information, Ruismaker is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or a subscription model, indicating a one-time purchase for the full functionality.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.4 — 2025-08-14

Standalone app: make home indicator disappear correctly after loading

### 2.5.3 — 2023-08-31

Minor fix in the WAV export feature

### 2.5.2 — 2023-05-23

Minor housekeeping

### 2.5.1 — 2021-10-02

Minor internal fix.

### 2.5 — 2020-03-24

Version 2.5 now supports Multi-Output AUv3 in AUM and ApeMatrix!

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## More apps by Bram Bos

- [Ruismaker FM](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruismaker-fm/id1143644577)
- [Phasemaker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phasemaker/id1161642832)
- [Troublemaker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/troublemaker/id1180892130)
- [Ripplemaker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ripplemaker/id1207806723)
- [Rozeta Sequencer Suite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rozeta-sequencer-suite/id1292546479)

All apps by Bram Bos: https://appshunter.io/developer/325340444

## Related topics

[ruismaker](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ruismaker) · [ruismaker fm](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ruismaker-fm)

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