# Tapko — No nonsense drum sampler > Fast, no-nonsense drum sampler for musicians, standalone or AUv3 plugin. (iPhone/iPad app by David Lars Guva.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapko/id6761122743 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [David Lars Guva](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887879459) - Category: Music - Price: $4.99 - Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 18.2 · 5 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2026-03-31 - Data updated: 2026-08-31 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapko/id6761122743/reviews.md ## What is Tapko? Tapko is a fast, no-nonsense drum sampler built by a musician for musicians. Load your sounds, build your kit, and play — standalone or as an AUv3 plugin in your favourite host. • 16-pad grid with per-pad sample import (WAV, AIFF, MP3, M4A, FLAC, CAF) • Per-pad 3-band EQ, volume, pan, gain, choke groups, and configurable Fade Out • Swipe pads to tweak volume, EQ, pan, and reverb send on the fly • MIDI Learn — tap a pad, play a note, instantly assign note and channel • Swipe left/right on single-sample pads to cycle saved versions • Built-in stereo reverb with per-pad send and global room/decay controls ADVANCED SAMPLING • Velocity layers — up to 5 layers per pad with adjustable velocity ranges • Round robin — cycle through up to 5 samples per pad (sequential or random) • Layer mode — stack up to 5 samples per pad and trigger them simultaneously • Random velocity — override incoming velocity with base +/- variation for natural dynamics • Sample Editor with waveform display, trim handles, start delay, attack, and per-pad gain • Global media browser — import clips once, assign to any pad in any kit KITS & SHARING • Create, rename, duplicate, and delete kits • Import and export kits as .tapkokit files • Kit Store — browse and download free community kits • Full backup and restore of all kits and media to a single .tapkobackup file • iCloud sync keeps kits and your Media Library in sync across devices • Build kits on your computer at tapko.davidguva.se MULTI-OUTPUT ROUTING • 9 stereo output buses (1 Main + 8 Aux) for hosts that support multi-output • Assign each pad to an individual output bus for separate mixing and effects • Main bus always carries the full mix — works seamlessly in single-output hosts too MIDI & HOST INTEGRATION • MIDI input with customizable note mapping (GM drum layout by default) • Per-pad MIDI channel assignment (omni or channel 1–16) • MIDI output and Program Change for kit switching • All parameters exposed to the host for automation • Factory presets support BUILT FOR PERFORMANCE • Real-time C++ DSP engine with vDSP acceleration • 16-voice polyphonic playback with intelligent voice stealing • Minimal CPU usage — designed to run alongside other plugins Tapko is actively developed with continuous refinements, performance improvements, and new creative features inspired by real musicians. ## Key features - 16-pad grid with per-pad sample import - Per-pad editing (EQ, pan, reverb) - Velocity layers and round robin sampling - MIDI Learn for instant assignment - Built-in stereo reverb - Kit creation, import, and export - Multi-output routing ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapko/id6761122743/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Brilliant *2026-04-28* Love the sound on tap release concept. Sly! ## Frequently asked questions about Tapko ### What is Tapko? Tapko is a fast, no-nonsense drum sampler designed for musicians. It can be used as a standalone application or as an AUv3 plugin within compatible music hosts. ### What file formats does Tapko support for samples? Tapko supports a wide range of audio file formats for sample import, including WAV, AIFF, MP3, M4A, FLAC, and CAF. ### Can I use Tapko on multiple devices? Yes, Tapko supports iCloud sync, which keeps your kits and Media Library synchronized across your Apple devices. ### Does Tapko have ads? No, Tapko does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application. ### How much does Tapko cost? Tapko is available for a one-time purchase of $4.99. ### What devices is Tapko compatible with? Tapko is compatible with iPhone and iPad devices. ### How often is Tapko updated? Tapko is actively developed with continuous refinements and new features. The latest version, 2.5.2, was released on May 24, 2026. ### What is the age rating for Tapko? Tapko has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.5.2 — 2026-05-24 Some minor bugfixes. ### 2.5.1 — 2026-05-16 Found a huge bug that deleted samples when switching between versions and also added a mute per pad (should have done that long ago). ### 2.5.0 — 2026-05-12 MIDI Learn, version switching, and workflow polish. • MIDI Learn — tap a pad, play a note, and the pad's MIDI note and channel are assigned instantly. • Single-sample version switching — swipe left/right on pads to cycle through saved versions. This is also doable via your host parameters. • Sample Editor improvements: Attack and Fade Out now auto-clamp to trimmed sample length. • Fixed Media Library import from Kit Browser ("No samples found" issue). • Refined Kits and Backup/Sync UI button spacing and consistency. ### 2.0.2 — 2026-04-27 Fixed a critical bug that made the plugin to get stuck at launch. ### 2.0.1 — 2026-04-23 - Fixed export kit error. - Added experimental multi audio out support (up to 8 channels) ## More apps by David Lars Guva - [Kompressor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kompressor/id6761813645) - [Pitchli](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pitchli/id6762160541) - [Tapko Stomp](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapko-stomp/id6766352360) - [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) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-31.*