# Super Manetron

> Vintage tape sampling keyboard app with authentic 70s instrument sounds. (iPhone/iPad app by insideout ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-manetron/id603086193 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [insideout ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/315046293)
- Category: Music
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 89 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 111 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-02-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-manetron/id603086193/reviews.md

## What is Super Manetron?

”Big mistake not being able to turn off the background noise”
"If one were to record this-heavy use of a noise gate would be needed!"
- No,no, you can play with no motor sound. Do not turn on red switch when move to keyboard screen.
"out of tune."
- Yes, We know. But this is the real feeling of M400S serial number 761 manufactured in the '70s

Super Manetron is the vintage tape sampling keyboard for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch. Genuine sound sampled from the most famous white body tape sampling keyboard model number of M400S (serial number 761) manufactured in the 70's. You can see an internal mechanism (tape running animation) and can enjoy with eyes and an ear. Feel the live experience the motor noise and inner mechanical sounds were  recorded.

Features:
- Core MIDI compatible
- 35Kyes of sampled sounds from the M400S serial number 761 manufactured in the 70's.
- 8 sec PCM full sampling sounds each Key
- Scrollable Keyboard & dual Keyboards with switchable key width
- No loop sounds (real performance feeling)
- Pre-loaded with 7 instruments including Flute, 3violins (Strings), Cello, Oboe, 8-voice Choir, Vibes, Brass
- 7 instrument sounds can be set as the favorite position of A,B,C position on setting screen
- A+B, B+C mix sounds position
- The sound of motor and tape rewind mechanical noise
- Tape running animation
- Pitch control by accelerometer
- Built-in Reverb that simulates spring reverb
- Original sounds source are recorded by 96KHz/24 bits
- Compiled under the supervision of Fumitaka Anzai (Famous vintage keyboard player & collector of Japan)

## Key features

- Authentic 70s tape sampling keyboard sound
- Motor and mechanical noise simulation
- Core MIDI compatibility
- 8-second PCM full sampling per key
- Scrollable and dual keyboard options
- No looped sounds for real performance feel
- Built-in spring reverb effect

## Recent user reviews (10 of 89)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-manetron/id603086193/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent Mellotron Sound

*2025-01-29*

This app sounds closest to a Mellotron than any I have used and for a reasonable price.
Excellent value for the money!

### 4/5 — Amazing but

*2024-03-08, version 1.4.1*

Amazing but no audiobus implementation and no midi setting. Please fix it!!!

### 5/5 — モーター音

*2023-11-13*

音楽制作だと場合によっては邪魔かもしれないけど、鍵盤に繋いで演奏するとテンションが上がる。Hammond
起動の時みたいで良い。市販の物もいくつか買ったがキークリックはあるけどモーター音はなかった。あと、押し続けると止まるのもあまり再現されていないようだった。音は綺麗だけど、古い機種を弾いていると言う満足感ではこのソフトが1番良かった。

### 5/5 — All analog (one exception)

*2022-06-22*

I run an all analog recording studio and every piece of gear in the studio is vintage and analog. No sampling or triggering or plugins or auto tune. Just hardware tools. Except for this one sampler which does such a fantastic job of emulating the real mellotron! This is one instrument that it has always made sense to me to sample since the mellotron itself is nothing but a very archaic sampler without any sort of special dynamics to capture. I think that Manetron took the right path by not correcting all of the eccentricities of the original instrument like the pitchiness and the short length of the original tape samples. The sound blends in so nicely with the other instruments in a track and lends some serious character whether mixed up front or tucked way back where it can really pass as a string section with the right arrangement. Been using it for almost a decade now. No complaints here!

### 4/5 — AUV3 please

*2020-06-22, version 1.4.1*

Very good but would be better with AUV3

### 1/5 — audiobus非対応

*2020-01-03*

オルガンのアプリは対応してるのに...

### 3/5 — Hard to use in studio sessions

*2019-11-10*

GREAT sound emulation. But. It’s not very user friendly. I find it difficult to use in studio sessions, and would like to be able to set it up with my keyboard via MIDI. The scrolling is a bit weird. I think the design could be better, so users can do things on the fly without having to scramble. But the sound is really something. I enjoy it. I just can’t use this in my studio.

### 5/5 — incredible!!

*2018-12-23*

This app sounds great, especially if you run it through one of the amp emulators built into Garageband. Best mellotron app i’ve found; i just wish there were more instrument options to choose from.

### 5/5 — An amazing tool for recording and live performances

*2018-08-02*

I’ve been using this for recording and live performance for years now. Incredibly useful and accurate. Thank you!!

### 3/5 — Sounds great but...

*2018-03-02*

This app sounds really good but without Inter app midi (virtual midi) it is not very useful. Also why bother to implement a pitch wheel that goes back to the center when you let go. Kinda strange. 5 stars with those features.

## Frequently asked questions about Super Manetron

### What is Super Manetron?

Super Manetron is a mobile application that emulates a vintage tape sampling keyboard from the 1970s. It features genuine sounds sampled from a specific M400S model, including the characteristic motor and mechanical noises for an authentic experience.

### What are the key features of Super Manetron?

Key features include Core MIDI compatibility, 35K sampled sounds from a 70s M400S, 8-second PCM sampling per key, scrollable and dual keyboards, no looped sounds, pre-loaded instruments like Flute and Strings, and a built-in spring reverb.

### How much does Super Manetron cost?

The application is a paid app. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a one-time purchase for full access to all features and sounds.

### What devices is Super Manetron compatible with?

Super Manetron is designed for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It leverages the capabilities of these iOS devices to provide its unique sound and interactive features.

### What is the main use case for Super Manetron?

The primary use case is to provide musicians and enthusiasts with an authentic vintage keyboard sound experience. It's ideal for creating retro-inspired music, exploring unique sonic textures, and enjoying the nostalgic feel of 1970s sampling technology.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.1 — 2016-12-29

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Add  MIDI Channel Select Function
How to set channel.
(1) Click "Setting" App
(2) Click "Super Manetron"
(3) Set MIDI Channel

### 1.4 — 2015-11-17

- Correction of key pitch
- Bug Fixes

### 1.3.3 — 2015-10-26

Compatible with iPhone6s/6s plus

### 1.3.0 — 2015-01-27

- Optimized appearance on iOS 7 / 8
- Supports Audiobus and Inter-App Audio (requires iOS 7 or later)

### 1.2.3 — 2013-12-09

- iOS 7 compatibility updates
- Audiobus update

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