# Steve Gadd Loops Light — Drum Loops by the One and Only

> Studio drum loops and fills by Steve Gadd for musicians and producers. (iPhone/iPad app by Go Independent Records.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steve-gadd-loops-light/id1324002454 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Go Independent Records](https://appshunter.io/developer/502990601)
- Category: Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.1 · 237 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-12-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steve-gadd-loops-light/id1324002454/reviews.md

## What is Steve Gadd Loops Light?

Play along or record your own songs with the best studio drummer in the world! Steve Gadd Loops Light is the free version of the one of a kind Steve Gadd Loops app, the first time the celebrity drummer (James Taylor, Chick Corea, Paul Simon) comes to IOS with 4 bar drum loops for you to copy/paste into your DAW, in this ‘Light” version one tempo in one chapter is fully functional for you to try out all features and other chapters have video clips (iPad) and audio examples (iPhone) of what can be found in Steve Gadd Loops (full version).

Perfect for songwriters, producers, teachers and fans.....hundreds of loops and fills played by the absolute master of his craft. Steve has recorded in his fav tempos and styles, providing you with signature ‘feel’ grooves that have set Steve aside long ago from his colleagues. Copy any loop to any paste equipped DAW for songwriting or play loops within the app as a ‘human metronome’ for practicing.
If you use GB as your DAW of choice you get an incredible advantage, you can copy a loop or fill into GB and from there on change the tempo and maintaining Steve’s feel!
As with any purchased library, the loops and fills can be used royalty free in your own productions!

MAIN FEATURES:
THE 6/8 CHAPTER HAS ONE TEMPO AVAILABLE WITH ALL FEATURES, 6 FILLS AND 6 LOOPS TO TRY OUT HOW IT WORKS AND SOUNDS. With full Audiobus and Inter App Audio support, plus ability to copy loops as Apple Loops to Garageband or as Wav to other sequencers.
All other chapters have video/audio examples of how the full version works and what it sounds like, plus a link to a fully featured trailer on the full version of this app.

* Steve Gadd in your back pocket!
* Introduction video by Steve himself
* All loops are 4 bars in length, giving you a very natural sense of groove and feel and less repetition than normal
* Copy/paste to your favorite multi tracker!
* Ability to change loops and fills in tempo in Garageband!
* Audiobus compatible 
* Inter App Audio compatible
* Play along for as long as you want and enjoy Steve’s groove. (all grooves loop perfectly in the app itself)
* Performed, recorded and built only for iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch
* Famous grooves chapter with some of his signature feel grooves on hits we all know
* Loops in 4/4, 6/8, ballads plus a special chapter with brushes loops, performed with his own unique technique
* Uncut, not time stretched, not chopped but actual high end recordings
* 360 degree videos included, check out Steve and the studio in VR 
* Audio quality: 44.1 kHz, 16 bit (cd). For copying to any multi tracker including GB.
* All loops and fills actually played in all bpms, by a living legend
* Copies loops to any DAW, all loops offered in 2 formats, WAV and Apple Loops

Every loop or fill is available in 2 distinct mixes, a close miked ‘dry’ mix and a ‘room mics added’ version, giving you the option to choose or to combine both sounds within the environment of your sequencer.

In fact, a revolutionary app with a living legend on drums! The most sought after studio and live drummer for the last couple of decades unleashes his feel for the world to have and to enjoy! Try out this Light version to get acquainted with the app.

See this app in action here: www.iosappsformusicians.com (support site with trailers)
Also you will find DAW specific instructions on this website.

## Key features

- Studio-quality drum loops and fills
- Copy/paste to DAW
- Play along as a metronome
- Royalty-free use in productions
- Audiobus and Inter App Audio compatible
- VR videos of Steve Gadd and studio


## Frequently asked questions about Steve Gadd Loops Light

### What is Steve Gadd Loops Light?

Steve Gadd Loops Light is a free version of the Steve Gadd Loops app, offering a selection of 4-bar drum loops and fills performed by the renowned drummer Steve Gadd. It's designed for musicians to use in their own productions or for practice.

### Can I use the loops in my own music?

Yes, all loops and fills provided in Steve Gadd Loops Light can be used royalty-free in your own productions. You can copy them to your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) for songwriting or other musical projects.

### What devices does Steve Gadd Loops Light support?

Steve Gadd Loops Light is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices. The app is optimized for these platforms, with specific features like 360-degree videos available on iPad.

### How often is Steve Gadd Loops Light updated?

The app was last updated on February 17, 2018, to version 1.1. While specific update frequency is not detailed, this indicates it has received updates since its release in December 2017.

### What is the audio quality of the loops?

The loops and fills are recorded at a high-end quality of 44.1 kHz, 16 bit (CD quality). This ensures that the audio is suitable for copying to any multi-tracker, including Garageband.

### Does Steve Gadd Loops Light have ads?

No, Steve Gadd Loops Light does not contain advertisements. As a free app, it provides access to its features without interruption from ads.

### What makes the loops unique?

The loops are 4 bars in length, providing a more natural sense of groove and feel with less repetition than shorter loops. They are performed and recorded by Steve Gadd in his signature styles and tempos, offering his unique 'feel' grooves.

### What is the age rating for Steve Gadd Loops Light?

Steve Gadd Loops Light has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no content restrictions.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2018-02-17

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

video examples for iPad

### 1.0 — 2017-12-21

No release notes.

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