# ScratchBud Vinyl Scratching FX — Scratch like a Pro DJ (AUv3)

> Digital vinyl scratching simulator with AUv3 integration for music production. (iPhone/iPad app by Cem Olcay.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scratchbud-vinyl-scratching-fx/id6738416965 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Cem Olcay](https://appshunter.io/developer/523633853)
- Category: Music, Productivity
- Price: $5.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-12-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scratchbud-vinyl-scratching-fx/id6738416965/reviews.md

## What is ScratchBud Vinyl Scratching FX?

ScratchBud makes it easy to bring the feel of vinyl scratching to your iOS or Apple Silicon device. Whether you’re a DJ, producer, or just love experimenting with sound, ScratchBud has everything you need to start scratching.

Key Features:

Vinyl-Like UI: Intuitive interface mimics a real DJ turntable, complete with adjustable speed fader and motor controls.

Scratch Anything: Use live audio input, a loaded sample file, or the included classic “aaah” and “fresh” samples.

Customizable Crossfader: Seamlessly blend between the audio input source and FX output, with MIDI note control options.

Auto Scratch with LFO: Automate scratches with adjustable LFO parameters, including rate, amount, waveform, and DAW tempo sync.

Advanced Recording Options: Capture, loop, and scratch up to 3 seconds of audio, with configurable recording behaviors.

AUv3 Integration: Full support for AUv3 hosts, exposing all parameters for MIDI CC control and automation.

Professional Sound Design: Refine your scratch sound with built-in low-pass filter controls for cutoff and resonance.

Start scratching immediately with included classic samples or load your own. ScratchBud works as a standalone app or an AUv3 plugin, making it a versatile tool for your studio or live performances.

## Key features

- Vinyl-like UI with speed fader
- Scratch live audio or loaded samples
- Customizable crossfader with MIDI control
- Automated scratches with LFO
- 3-second audio recording and looping
- AUv3 plugin support
- Low-pass filter for sound design

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scratchbud-vinyl-scratching-fx/id6738416965/reviews.md

### 3/5 — First AUV3 Scratching mixer but..

*2026-05-11*

It’s too simple to live scratch saddly

### 4/5 — Almost perfect

*2026-02-07*

I would love to clown down the songs bpm as I scratch the vinyl and I would love to see dj controller support with the decks having full midi support for spinning other wise this apps is dope

### 3/5 — Pretty cool

*2026-01-18*

Nice app but there should be a “double tap to reset parameters” function otherwise its pretty hard to reset speed parameter to 1x in a live situation for example

### 3/5 — Better...but...

*2026-01-03*

Reaction time is better now, should be high by default though, frustrating to go to the menu all the time, when we load it. It should be also a generator and the scratches NEED to be automation ready, other than that it's somewhat pointless. I hope another update....

### 5/5 — The only Auv3 option for vinyl scratches

*2025-08-02*

Cem did wonderful work in making an app like this. Before there wasn’t really anyway to get those record type scratches with Auv3. The only other options were some serious workarounds. Cem did justice with Scratchbud

### 4/5 — By Lil Woodryc aka Lxna

*2025-02-17*

I’ve been looking for something like that for a while all these other DJ abs I use for my mixing just don’t do it in a traditional sense as if they were plug-in for effects and I kind of thought that ScratchBud vinyl would’ve been something similar to that, but when I downloaded this, I was surprised good plug-in

### 5/5 — Amazing!!!

*2025-02-03*

I’ve only started to play with this (been really busy for a while but I actually bought this on release since I’ve been looking for a plugin to do this for ages (seriously)) and I’m already feeling blessed (fyi, I bought a CHOMPI just to do precisely what this plugin does and since the CHOMPI team is kinda 💀 they never implemented the CC command I needed to actually fulfill my project so…); this plugin is fantastic Cem, please consider (if possible but I can’t see why it wouldn’t be) extending the buffer size (which, correct me if I’m wrong but I believe is capped at 3 seconds from what I recall reading a while back); a 16 seconds buffer (or even longer) would be fantastic (for more complex scratching). 

PS: to the dude whom was asking about using a single fader for two instances…: I’m sure you can just “invert” the mapping on one of these faders (so, one instance inverted and the other one not) and then control both faders with a single one (which hopefully, can even be one of the faders of one of the instances - If moving such fader sends a midi CC I don’t see why you couldn’t just do that - and if it doesn’t… Cem, that would be very useful precisely to “control multiple faders” from a single instance (and therefore allow for proper cross-fading)).

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2025-01-21*

Won’t open on my iPad despite App Store stating “works on this iPad”

Request for refund refused!

**Developer response:** Hi, I’m sorry for this bug, it has been fixed in the new version. Hope you’ll update your rating, thanks 🙏

### 5/5 — Love this app

*2025-01-17*

Really great job, this is only emulating a real turntable so working with full records samples is tough but when I have a sample 8 or 16 bars I can beat juggle fine in AUM, It’s a bit of a challenge beat juggling because the crossfader only applies to one instance and not two at the same like a normal turntable would with a mixer but it’s still doable which is preety cool I’ve been having lots of fun so far. Do you have any idea what it would take to be able to use one cross fader for two instances of ScratchBud in AUM instead of two crossfaders for each for getting more of the classic turntable feel? Would that be possible or too hard?

### 5/5 — Cem Olcay did it! It’s amazing! An AUv3 scratching app!

*2025-01-13*

I’ve been looking for something like this for YEARS! And it’s amazing! So much fun! Thank you Cem Olcay!

## Frequently asked questions about ScratchBud Vinyl Scratching FX

### What is ScratchBud?

ScratchBud is a mobile application that simulates the experience of vinyl scratching. It allows users to scratch live audio input, loaded sample files, or built-in classic samples with a realistic turntable interface.

### Does ScratchBud have ads?

No, ScratchBud does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an uninterrupted user experience.

### How much does ScratchBud cost?

ScratchBud is available for a one-time purchase of $5.99. This provides full access to all its features without any additional in-app purchases or subscriptions.

### What devices does ScratchBud support?

ScratchBud is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to work on Apple Silicon devices as well.

### Can I use ScratchBud with other music software?

Yes, ScratchBud fully supports AUv3 hosts, allowing it to be used as a plugin within compatible Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). All its parameters can be controlled via MIDI CC and automation.

### What kind of samples can I scratch with ScratchBud?

You can scratch live audio input, load your own sample files, or use the included classic "aaah" and "fresh" samples. The app also allows for recording and looping up to 3 seconds of audio for scratching.

### How often is ScratchBud updated?

The latest version of ScratchBud is 1.8, released on January 4, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, the developer actively maintains the application.

### What is the age rating for ScratchBud?

ScratchBud has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in music creation and sound experimentation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8 — 2026-01-04

This version fixes the LFO offset parameter bug introduced in the previous version.

### 1.7 — 2026-01-02

This version adds the new "vinyl sensitivity" option,
- Faster movement for scanning the longer samples quickly,
- Slower movement for scanning shorter samples finely,
- Or normal (default) scanning.

Updates the vinyl UI with bigger control.
Updates the release velocity algorithm with more realistic feeling.

### 1.6 — 2025-01-23

This version fixes the buffer bug introduced in the v1.5.

### 1.5 — 2025-01-13

This version fixes the UI bug on the live recording waveform drawing.

### 1.4 — 2025-01-11

This version fixes the stereo sample file loading.

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