# Tapko Stomp — Live Audio Trigger for AUv3

> Live audio transient to MIDI and sample trigger for AUv3 hosts. (iPhone/iPad app by David Lars Guva.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapko-stomp/id6766352360 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [David Lars Guva](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887879459)
- Category: Music
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapko-stomp/id6766352360/reviews.md

## What is Tapko Stomp?

Tapko Stomp is an AUv3 audio trigger for live performance. It listens to your incoming audio and converts transients into MIDI notes, sample playback, or both. It's tailored towards live loopers but works for anyone that wants to be able to use any audio source to record MIDI.

Tapko Stomp is actively developed with continuous refinements, performance improvements, and new creative features inspired by real musicians.

Built for fast setup on stage:
- Insert Tapko Stomp on an audio track
- Route MIDI to your instrument (or load a sample directly)
- Dial in sensitivity and filter range
- Play with reliable trigger response

Features
- AUv3 effect with MIDI output
- Real-time transient detection tuned for percussive input
- Single trigger output with automatable MIDI note
- Trigger mode: MIDI, Sample, or Both
- Sample picker and clear
- Velocity-based triggering with improved dynamic response
- Velocity shaping: min, max, and multiplier
- Persistent velocity readout that holds until the next trigger
- Live trigger feedback, flash indicator, and velocity readout
- AU preset compatibility in supported hosts
- Preset persistence for selected sample files

Great For
- Live stomp sample triggering
- Layering one-shots on live drum sources
- Compact live rigs.

Use Tapko Stomp in AUv3-compatible hosts such as AUM, Loopy Pro, Cubasis, and other iOS DAWs that support AUv3 MIDI routing.

## Key features

- AUv3 effect with MIDI output
- Real-time transient detection
- MIDI, Sample, or Both trigger modes
- Velocity-based triggering
- Sample picker and clear
- Preset compatibility


## Frequently asked questions about Tapko Stomp

### What is Tapko Stomp?

Tapko Stomp is an AUv3 audio effect designed for live performance. It transforms incoming audio transients into MIDI notes or triggers sample playback, making it useful for live loopers and musicians.

### How does Tapko Stomp work?

You insert Tapko Stomp on an audio track in an AUv3-compatible host. It then listens to the audio, detects transients, and converts them into MIDI notes or sample triggers, which can be routed to instruments or samplers.

### What devices does Tapko Stomp support?

Tapko Stomp is supported on iPhone and iPad devices, running on iOS.

### What is the price of Tapko Stomp?

Tapko Stomp is a paid application, currently priced at $1.99.

### Is Tapko Stomp actively developed?

Yes, Tapko Stomp is actively developed with continuous refinements, performance improvements, and new features inspired by musicians. It was last updated on May 14, 2026.

### What hosts are compatible with Tapko Stomp?

Tapko Stomp is compatible with AUv3 hosts such as AUM, Loopy Pro, and Cubasis, as well as other iOS DAWs that support AUv3 MIDI routing.

### Does Tapko Stomp have ads?

No, Tapko Stomp does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application without any ad interruptions.

### What is the age rating for Tapko Stomp?

Tapko Stomp has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2026-05-14

Bug fixes and some UI changes to make everything easier to understand. Plus dynamics is a lot better.

### 1.0 — 2026-05-13

No release notes.

## More apps by David Lars Guva

- [Tapko](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapko/id6761122743)
- [Kompressor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kompressor/id6761813645)
- [Pitchli](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pitchli/id6762160541)
- [Tapko Lift](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapko-lift/id6769138872)

All apps by David Lars Guva: https://appshunter.io/developer/1887879459

## Related topics

[david lars guva](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/david-lars-guva) · [stomp](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/stomp)

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