# sEGments by Elliott Garage — Slicer & Sampler instruments

> Audio slicer and sampler for creating and manipulating musical samples. (iPhone/iPad app by Elliott Garage.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/segments-by-elliott-garage/id1513990681 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Elliott Garage](https://appshunter.io/developer/454709866)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $12.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 173 App Store ratings · 77 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 60 MB
- Languages: American English, Catalan, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Hebrew and 16 more
- Released: 2020-06-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/segments-by-elliott-garage/id1513990681/reviews.md

## What is sEGments by Elliott Garage?

With sEGments slicer/sampler app you can Import any loop/sample/audio file and find the best samples inside it, using the automatic transient detection or manually adding markers.
You can play the slices with any MIDI external controller or with the builtin pads and keyboard layout; also each slice can be played chromatically as in a real synth with mono or polyphonic voices (up to 12).
Each slice has independent parameters (all automatable in any AU host), such as reverse, level, attack, release, start point and length and individual fxs (reverb, delay, bitcrusher and filter) that can be changed on the fly thanks to its flexible audio engine.

sEGments automatically detect BPM and root key of your audio file and it can adjust its tempo and pitch according to your project settings. 

It can be used both in standalone or hosted as AudioUnit AU3 inside apps like GarageBand, AUM, BeatMaker3, NanoStudio2, n-Track9 and others, and it supports AU Multi-output.


Features
- Stand-alone, AudioUnit, AudioUnit Multi-output & AudioUnit FX
- Universal app for both your iPad & iPhone
- MIDI in /MIDI out
- AU3 multi-output
- AU3 Fx to record samples from other apps
- import your sample in multiple formats (wav, aiff, mp3, mov, caf, m4a)
- Samples Drag & drop from File App or via airdrop from your Mac or other iOS devices
- Up to 16 slices each one with individual parameters, ADSR and effects (delay, reverb, bit crusher and filter)
- 6 triggering modes - one shot, gate, loop, ping pong, link, thru
- BPM & Key detection
- Record from device mic, usb audio devices or other apps
- Transient detection
- Transient beat division
- Import/export presets
- Open slices directly in EG Pulse
- Support Apple loops transients recognition
- Lazy chopping
- Realtime time stretching and pitch shifting
- Mono & polyphonic up to 12 voices
- Downloadable sample pack by Soundtrack Loops

Please remember that is just the first version of the app, so if you have any feeback, request or suggestion please write at info@elliottgarage.com

## Key features

- Automatic and manual audio slicing
- MIDI controller and on-screen pad/keyboard playback
- Independent slice parameters and effects
- Automatic BPM and key detection
- Standalone and AudioUnit AU3 hosting
- Real-time time stretching and pitch shifting

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $12.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| sEGments SUPERSONIC EDITION | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 77)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/segments-by-elliott-garage/id1513990681/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app, unique for longer files!

*2026-05-05*

One of my best workinghorses! You can load even very long files and work with them in all directions, slice, pitch, tempo, loop, ping, combine … Great for live music (using AUM)!!! ThanX!

### 5/5 — Update!!!

*2026-04-29, version 1.2*

Crashes when go to setting. What to do?

### 5/5 — The Best Sampler on IOS

*2026-04-24*

I tried sEGments a few years back when I purchased it, but never did a deep dive until TODAY. This app is on par with hardware samplers! I’ve been producing professionally for over 25 years and Today I just made myself the official brand ambassador for Elliott Garage! I’m about to show the world how powerful this app and the developer is! ~ Lumbajack

### 1/5 — Samples work recording does not

*2026-02-04, version 1.1.16*

The recording features doesn’t work tried with multiple apps and standalone eg pulse won’t record either.

### 5/5 — sEGments changed the game !

*2025-12-06, version 1.1.16*

Elliot Garage changed the game with Segments. This isn’t just another sampler—it’s a sound-design playground that gives you surgical control over every slice. Whether I’m chopping manually or letting the automatic detection do the heavy lifting, the workflow feels smooth, intuitive, and genuinely inspiring. It’s rare to find an app that turns sampling into pure fun—Segments does exactly that.

For years, I relied heavily on BeatMaker 3 for my sample chops—an absolute beast in its own right—but I always felt boxed in since I couldn’t use my chops across different DAWs that better fit my evolving workflow. Segments fixes that. Now I get that same detailed chopping experience, but with the freedom to move seamlessly between apps. On top of that, being able to work on chops anywhere—whether I’m on my iPad or even my phone—is a complete game changer.

Honestly, Segments is the closest thing we have to Serato Sample on desktop, but built natively for the iPad ecosystem. It feels like the missing piece I’ve been waiting for.

I will add that the editing/dragginh bar concept is cool but I feel like it’s very limited and I’d definitely prefer knobs maybe have the option to manually type a number for things like the pitch but it’s not to much a bother so even if that never changed I won’t complain 

If I could ask for  future additions, it would be stem control—the ability to isolate vocals, drums, bass, and instruments right in the app. That would take Segments from incredible to industry-shifting.And being able to pitch the initial sample from the bar in the middle of screen without having to redo it after adding in my other chops because the pitch bar at the top always gives me trouble but once again I make it work so no complaints.I  also think having the means to also trim the sample if it’s a longer song would be beneficial.

Elliot Garage, keep going. You’re not just building an app—you’re shaping the future of mobile production. If you ever open up beta testing, I’m all in.

### 5/5 — Update

*2025-07-29, version 1.1.16*

Bluetooth midi please

### 5/5 — Love it 🖤

*2025-01-18*

Having key detection, time stretching, and pitch shifting on the iPad is amazing. On desktop, I adore Serato Sample to make sample based music. I find that this interface better than Serato Sample. Sure, no Stem Separation, but I don’t care for the sound of AI stem separation. Highly recommended for any people that make sample based beats, or simply want to sprinkle samples on a track. It’s very playable IMO. Having velocity on the X/Y of a pad is Freddy cool in lieu of not connecting a midi controller. A built in looper would be a killer improvement. Very cool app 5/5. If I could rate it higher I would.

### 4/5 — Won’t restore purchase

*2024-10-21*

If you buy the full version for the one time fee and you ever uninstall the app. It makes you pay the fee all over again and doesn’t let you restore purchase. Do not buy.

### 3/5 — Great Sampler App

*2024-07-27, version 1.1.16*

I really enjoy using this app so far in my workflow, I do wish, however, that I can play the sample with the keyboard without it affecting the tempo when I press different. If anyone knows how to do this let me know.

### 5/5 — Amazing. Love it

*2024-04-09*

Super fun way to chop samples on my iPhone and use with garage band. Is there any way to add a trim feature? I end up having to use a third party app to cut excess off of loops to utilize the “divide” function. Other than that, thank you for this gem.

## Frequently asked questions about sEGments by Elliott Garage

### What does the sEGments app do?

This app functions as an audio slicer and sampler. It allows you to import any audio file, automatically detect its transients, or manually set markers to divide it into slices. These slices can then be played back and manipulated with independent parameters and effects.

### What are the key features of sEGments?

Key features include automatic and manual audio slicing, playback via MIDI controllers or on-screen pads, independent control over each slice's ADSR envelope and effects (reverb, delay, bitcrusher, filter), automatic BPM and key detection, and the ability to host as an AudioUnit (AU3) within other music applications.

### How is sEGments monetized?

The application is available for free but offers in-app purchases. This suggests that while the core functionality is accessible without cost, certain advanced features, content, or expansions may require a purchase.

### What devices is sEGments compatible with?

sEGments is a universal app designed to work on both iPad and iPhone devices. It also supports hosting as an AudioUnit (AU3) within compatible music production applications on iOS.

### How can I use sEGments in my music workflow?

You can use sEGments in standalone mode for quick sample manipulation or host it as an AudioUnit (AU3) within DAWs like GarageBand, AUM, or BeatMaker3. This allows you to chop up loops, create drum kits from audio, or design unique instrumental textures for your tracks.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.1 — 2026-05-04

- Improved handling of large files
- Fixed a crash when opening Settings

### 1.2 — 2026-04-29

- Fixed crash during audio recording
- Fixed issue where the projects menu would not reopen correctly
- Improved audio engine stability

### 1.1.16 — 2024-03-11

1.1.16
- Fixed gain parameter not working in the AU3 version

### 1.1.15 — 2024-03-04

1.1.15
- Fixed root note in MIDI map settings
- Fixed crash importing projects
- Minor stability improvements

### 1.1.14 — 2021-09-12

1.1.14
- Fix wrong AU parameters mapping

1.1.13
- sEGments recorder - monitoring button added
- added slices 17-32 to AU parameters

1.1.12
- Fixed distorted audio when recording into sEGments FX
- Fixed MIDI map for slices 17-32

1.1.11 
- intorducing sEGments SUPERSONIC VERSION in-app purchase: 
1. Up to 32 Slices/Pads
2. Multiple samples import
3. Improved timestretch algorithm

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All apps by Elliott Garage: https://appshunter.io/developer/454709866

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