# Taiko Drums: Play Along — Record, Export & MIDI Pads

> Taiko drumming practice studio, recorder, and MIDI pad instrument. (iPhone/iPad app by Grey Buffalo Studios.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taiko-drums-play-along/id421894603 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Grey Buffalo Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/421339467)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 37 MB
- Languages: Japanese, French (France), Chinese (Simplified, China), American English, Brazilian Portuguese, European Spanish, Korean
- Released: 2011-03-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taiko-drums-play-along/id421894603/reviews.md

## What is Taiko Drums?

Taiko Drums: Play Along turns your device into a taiko practice studio, recorder, and expressive MIDI pad instrument. Play three taiko layouts, practice with built in tracks, import your own audio tracks, record your performances, adjust your mix, and export your sessions.

Built for practice, rehearsal, recording, and performance, Taiko Drums gives you a direct way to rehearse rhythms, capture ideas, and perform with responsive taiko style pads on your device.

PLAY AND PRACTICE
• Practice with built in tracks created for taiko playing.
• Import audio files from your device and play along inside the app.
• Follow the waveform while you perform.
• Use Previous, Play, Pause, Stop, and Next directly from the track bar.

RECORD YOUR SESSIONS
• Record your playing over the selected track with a dedicated Rec button.
• Save multiple sessions for each song.
• Start fresh, replace a take, or keep different versions of your performance.
• Open the session list to review and load earlier recordings.

MIX AND EXPORT
• Adjust drum and track levels independently in the Mixer window.
• Export a full mix with drums and track together.
• Export a drums only version when you want a clean percussion take.
• Save your audio to your device or export it to other compatible apps.

MIDI PADS
• Use all three taiko layouts as expressive MIDI pads.
• Set MIDI output, channel, and note mapping for each layout.
• Connect to your DAW or virtual instruments and trigger taiko sounds from your device.

DESIGNED FOR PLAYERS
• Three responsive taiko layouts with clear visuals and expressive drum sounds.
• Flam and Simple options let you shape how hits respond, and your choice is saved in each session.
• Updated interface with quick access to Play Along, Mixer, MIDI settings, and About.
• Rebuilt in modern Swift for improved stability and smoother future updates.
• Designed for reliable audio playback during practice and performance.

If you want a practical way to practice taiko, record ideas, export performances, and use your device as a MIDI controller, Taiko Drums: Play Along is ready to play.

## Key features

- Three taiko drum layouts
- Practice with built-in tracks
- Import custom audio tracks
- Record and save performances
- Adjust drum and track mix levels
- Export audio sessions
- MIDI pad functionality

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taiko-drums-play-along/id421894603/reviews.md

### 2/5 — A good sound and look

*2019-09-13*

As this is aimed at wee kids it's ok. 
It's not for people looking for a virtual instrument or rhythmic practise. Make sure you read the recommended age before you buy (unlike me!!!)

**Developer response:** 😢 Thanks for your review.

### 1/5 — Garbage scam

*2019-03-24*

This app produces zero sounds

... I am using an iPhone 6+
In the details of your app it says “compatible with this phone”. I have the sound on and the volume all the way up. Also, I turned the app volume to full. I tried all three kits the app offers in both one stick and two stick modes.  Please help, I’d like to enjoy your creation as much as it seems others are.

**Developer response:** Hi. I'm Cristian, de Developer of the App. Can you tell me more about this ?, what device are you using, and did you try to turn on the sound of the device ?

### 2/5 — Shime?

*2016-09-11*

Just downloaded for iPad and I do not see the Shime drum on the app. Am I missing something?

**Developer response:** Sorry to be late in our response (just saw this tool to reply of iTunes Connect). You need to select the Set of drums with the button at the top left corner. You will be able to select 3 differents set of drums.

### 5/5 — Great job

*2011-03-03*

This is a great app, easy to use and enjoy, thank you Grey Buffalo!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Taiko Drums

### What is Taiko Drums: Play Along?

Taiko Drums: Play Along is a mobile application that functions as a taiko drumming practice studio, recorder, and MIDI pad instrument. It allows users to play, practice, record, and export their taiko drumming sessions.

### How can I practice with Taiko Drums: Play Along?

You can practice by playing along with built-in tracks designed for taiko drumming or by importing your own audio files from your device. The app provides playback controls and a waveform display to guide your performance.

### Can I record my drumming sessions?

Yes, Taiko Drums: Play Along features a dedicated record button to capture your playing over selected tracks. You can save multiple sessions for each song, allowing you to keep different versions of your performances.

### What are the mixing and export options?

The app offers a Mixer window to adjust drum and track levels independently. You can export a full mix with both drums and track, or a drums-only version for a clean percussion take. Audio can be saved to your device or exported to other compatible apps.

### How does the MIDI pad functionality work?

All three taiko layouts can be used as expressive MIDI pads. You can configure MIDI output, channel, and note mapping for each layout, enabling you to connect to your DAW or virtual instruments and trigger taiko sounds from your device.

### Is Taiko Drums: Play Along suitable for beginners?

The app is designed for players and offers responsive taiko layouts with clear visuals and expressive sounds. While it's a powerful tool, the practice-oriented features and ability to import custom tracks make it adaptable for various skill levels.

### What devices is Taiko Drums: Play Along compatible with?

Taiko Drums: Play Along is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It has been rebuilt in modern Swift for improved stability and smoother future updates.

### How often is Taiko Drums: Play Along updated?

The app was last updated on March 24, 2026, indicating a commitment to ongoing development and improvements. The developer, Grey Buffalo Studios, has rebuilt the app in modern Swift for enhanced stability and future updates.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3 — 2026-03-24

Taiko Drums has been rebuilt into a fuller practice, recording, export, and MIDI pad experience.

• New Play Along mode with built in practice tracks.
• Import audio files from your device and play along inside the app.
• Record multiple sessions for each song with quick access to your takes.
• New Mixer window to balance drum and track levels before export.
• Export your performance as a full mix or as drums only.
• Use all three taiko layouts as configurable MIDI pads with MIDI output, channel, and note mapping.
• Updated interface with quick access to Play Along, Mixer, MIDI settings, and About.
• Rebuilt in modern Swift with improved stability and correct audio behavior when the device silent switch is on.

### 1.2 — 2016-02-16

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

- Lower Latency.
- Volume Control.
- New Drums Setup.
- New Shime Daiko Drum.
- And some graphics changes.

### 1.1 — 2012-06-28

- Support for Retina Display.  (iPhone)
- We add a new layout for the drums.
- Users Feedback Screen.
- Special Content Access.
- New Icon.

Tell Us what do you think about this App, or if you want to find some feature, or what feature you would like that we add to this App.

### 1 — 2011-03-01

No release notes.

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All apps by Grey Buffalo Studios: https://appshunter.io/developer/421339467

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