# Scape — By Brian Eno & Peter Chilvers

> Generative music album that intelligently recombines sonic elements. (iPhone/iPad app by Opal Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scape/id506703636 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Opal Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/292792589)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $11.99
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 106 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 226 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, European Portuguese, Russian, European Spanish
- Released: 2012-09-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scape/id506703636/reviews.md

## What is Scape?

Scape makes music that thinks for itself. From Brian Eno and Peter Chilvers, creators of Bloom, Scape is a new form of album which offers users deep access to its musical elements. These can be endlessly recombined to behave intelligently: reacting to each other, changing mood together, making new sonic spaces.

Can machines create original music? Scape is our answer to that question: it employs some of the sounds, processes and compositional rules that we have been using for many years and applies them in fresh combinations, to create new music. Scape makes music that thinks for itself.

- Brian Eno, Peter Chilvers

Includes 15 original scapes
Scapes can be saved into a gallery and added to a playlist 
Plays in background of other apps (excluding iPad 1)
Generates random scapes
Scapes can be shared by email
Supports AirPlay and Retina display

Headphones or external speakers recommended

## Key features

- Generates original, evolving music
- Recombines musical elements intelligently
- Offers deep access to sonic elements
- Includes 15 original scapes
- Save scapes to gallery and playlist
- Background playback

## What do users think of Scape?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎨 Beautiful and elegant interface design
- 🎵 Exceptional ambient music generation quality
- ♾️ Infinite combinations and creative possibilities
- 🧠 Intuitive and easy-to-use despite complexity
- 🎁 Includes 15 built-in Eno/Chilvers compositions
- 📈 Progressive element unlocking keeps engagement high
- 🎧 Works with AirPlay and background playback
- 🎼 Generative music concept is innovative and unique
- 💎 Exceptional value for price point
- 🧘 Perfect for meditation, relaxation, and focus

**Cons**

- 🎨 Graphics look dated (80s aesthetic)
- ⏸️ Cannot save or export audio files (WAV/MP3)
- 🔄 No background playback in older versions
- 📱 iPad-only, no iPhone version available
- 🐛 Crashes on some devices after iOS updates
- ❌ Lacks documentation and user guidance
- 🔧 No ability to edit existing scapes
- 📛 Vague app description misleading about features
- ⏱️ No sleep timer or duration control
- 🚫 No Audiobus support

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on iPad Pro and older devices
- Crashes after iOS updates
- Freezes when loading playlists
- Crashes on startup for some users
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
- Lost scapes and elements after iOS upgrade
- Playback doesn't match recorded composition
- Cannot add elements in intro mode
- App doesn't allow bypassing introduction mode

**Most requested features**

- Ability to name and rename scapes and playlists
- Export/record audio as WAV or MP3 files
- Edit existing scapes after creation
- Sleep timer or duration control
- Audiobus integration
- iPhone version of the app
- Ability to import custom sounds and elements
- Cloud storage for user compositions
- Social sharing features (Facebook, etc.)
- More detailed documentation and tutorials
- Combine multiple moods together
- Ability to specify scape duration
- Repeat/loop functionality for playlists
- More sound variety and elements
- Wave editor for custom waveforms

## Recent user reviews (10 of 106)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scape/id506703636/reviews.md

### 5/5 — A lifetime is not long enough

*2025-09-30, version 1.2*

This is by far the most 'beautiful' app I have, and you could spend forever exploring all the combinations and possibilities. And it works in iOS26!

I've created some fascinating scapes, and I sincerely hope there's a way to keep this app going - I'd really hate to lose this app in the constant evolution of technology. 

 I'm giving it 5 stars but if there's any criticisms, there's no way to offload scapes except by emailing them individually and they lose their names in the process.

### 5/5 — Spectacular — with One Caveat

*2024-02-22, version 1.2*

I have had Scape for close to seven years now, and am still generating my own pieces (140 and counting). Don't be fooled by the price point and abstract nature; if you're looking for vastly expansive soundscape and ambience generation at your fingertips, with the opportunity to save and manage your ideas, this is your ideal creation space. There's really nothing else like it on the App Store.
However…Scape has one potentially major caveat, and it isn't the lack of a proper export function. There have been no updates in any form in over half a decade, and sooner or later it will no longer be supported by future iOS versions. Moreover, I believe that as Scape is both Opal Limited's most ambitious app and is over a decade old, it should be updated to reflect its potential in some way. I mean, Trope just received a symmetry update five months ago, and its existence predates this app.
I don't know who checks these reviews (if anyone), but in sum: Opal Limited has here a unique and innovative work of beauty. Please don't let it gather dust and fade quietly away.

### 5/5 — A lifetime is not long enough

*2022-09-08, version 1.2*

This is by far the most 'beautiful' app I have, and you could spend forever exploring all the combinations and possibilities. 

I've created some fascinating scapes, and I sincerely hope there's a way to keep this app going - I'd really hate to lose this app in the constant evolution of technology. 

 I'm giving it 5 stars but if there's any criticisms, there's no way to offload scapes except by emailing them individually and they lose their names in the process.

### 1/5 — Crashes on iPad pro 10.4 after latest iOS update

*2019-03-12, version 1.2*

Unusable

### 3/5 — Doesn’t do what it says

*2018-07-13, version 1.2*

It says in the description that this app generates random scapes which is the main reason why I purchased it, because I wanted to listen to random scapes with little or no input from myself. However there doesn’t appear to be any option for this in the app despite looking everywhere. It’s a good app but the description is misleading hence the 3 stars.

### 1/5 — Thanks, but...no.

*2018-02-05, version 1.2*

It was a great app when it worked on my older iPad 2. With the updates, it's no longer compatible. I really enjoyed the app, too.

### 5/5 — Still as good as ever.

*2017-10-23, version 1.1*

If you like ambient music then this remains the app of choice. While not easily understood it is nonetheless easy to use and creating an album of soothing sounds is as simple as placing images on a background you have chosen from a palette to suit your mood. Allowing infinite tweaking, this app enables you to match and then modify your frame of mind. Enjoy!

### 2/5 — no app development

*2017-10-04, version 1.1*

that’s the thorn.

### 5/5 — Outstanding!

*2017-02-17, version 1.1*

With plenty to play with, this ambient music app has lots of flexibility. New elements are introduced as one gets used to working with the program, keeping overwhelm at a minimum, fascination at a maximum. In some ways, the best to come out of the Eno-Chilvers partnership to date. We'll done!

### 5/5 — Audiobus it!

*2017-01-23, version 1.1*

Audiobus please.

## Frequently asked questions about Scape

### What is Scape?

Scape is a generative music album created by Brian Eno and Peter Chilvers. It produces original music that evolves and reacts intelligently, allowing users to explore and recombine its musical elements to create new sonic spaces.

### What are the key features of Scape?

Key features include the ability to generate original, evolving music, deep access to musical elements for recombination, 15 original scapes, saving scapes to a gallery and playlist, and background playback.

### How much does Scape cost?

Based on the provided information, Scape is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model.

### What devices is Scape compatible with?

Scape supports AirPlay and Retina display. It can play in the background of other apps, with the exception of the iPad 1. Headphones or external speakers are recommended for the best experience.

### What are some common use cases for Scape?

Scape can be used for ambient listening, creative exploration of sound, or as a unique background for other activities. It's ideal for users seeking a novel and evolving musical experience.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.2 — 2017-10-12

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Updated for iOS 11 only.

### 1.1 — 2014-06-11

Name your scapes.
Updated for iOS 7.
Bug fixes.

### 1.0.1 — 2012-09-25

Major bug fix - prevents crash on start up for non-English speaking European countries.

### 1.0 — 2012-09-06

No release notes.

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## More apps by Opal Limited

- [Bloom](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloom/id292792586)
- [Air](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/air/id312163985)
- [Trope](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trope/id312164495)
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All apps by Opal Limited: https://appshunter.io/developer/292792589

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