# Ton: Drum Machine — Advanced Beat Making

> Advanced beat-making app with step sequencer and audio engine for rhythmic sequences. (iPhone/iPad app by Jérémy Pinat.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ton-drum-machine/id1224621320 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jérémy Pinat](https://appshunter.io/developer/898428117)
- Category: Music, Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.17/5 from 24 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 7 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2017-08-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ton-drum-machine/id1224621320/reviews.md

## What is Ton?

Sculpt samples and sequence them in real time.

Ton brings a classic step sequencer and an advanced audio engine to your iPad, enabling you to create rich and modulated rhythmic sequences.

WORKFLOW

• Build rhythmic sequences using the step-sequencer, or play live using the drum pads
• Add movement to any sequence using PARAMETER LOCKS: any step can be assigned specific parameter values (pitch, saturation, volume…), a feature that can be used creatively to build melodies, add variation and make the overall sound feel more natural and organic
• Store your beats in PATTERNS, and recall them with a single tap immediately, without ever going out of tempo
• Use Ton in various setups, thanks to Audiobus and Ableton Link integration

AUDIO ENGINE

• Mutate samples using the provided parameters
• Each track has its own multimode resonant filter, saturation effect and amplitude envelope
• Glue everything together using the Delay and Reverb master effects

TECH SPECS

• Unlimited parameter locks
• 6 tracks per project
• 1 multimode resonant filter per track
• 1 saturation effect per track
• 1 sequence per track, up to 4 bars long
• Delay and Reverb send effects
• 16 patterns per project, with store/recall behavior
• Up to 128 samples per project
• Ableton Link integration
• Audiobus integration
• Inter-App Audio integration
• Sample-level timing accuracy
• Sample import from iCloud, Dropbox, AudioShare and iTunes File Sharing (in-app purchase)
• Tempo from 20 to 999 BPM

## Key features

- Step sequencer for building rhythms
- Parameter locks for dynamic movement
- Real-time live drum pad playing
- Audiobus and Ableton Link integration
- Multimode resonant filters per track
- Delay and Reverb master effects
- Sample import via cloud services

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Custom Samples | $9.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ton-drum-machine/id1224621320/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Really wish this app kept evolving.

*2022-08-24, version 1.3.2*

Not sure what it is but I really like this app. Could be simply the minimalist interface. However, I really wish this was developed further, improved. Really hope for very basic sample editing, the sample loading could be more streamlined too.

### 4/5 — Only needs auv3 compatibility

*2022-04-03, version 1.3.2*

This would easily be the best drum sampler/sequencer on iOS if it was auv3 compatible. Unfortunately, without auv3, it’s not super useful in my setup.

### 5/5 — PLEASE ADD SWING 🙏🏼

*2020-11-12, version 1.3.2*

This app is amazing but swing would take it to the next level

### 4/5 — I like it a lot but needs update for “love” status.

*2020-09-24, version 1.3.2*

Great introduction to an Elektron workflow.  But this app could take over the iOS drum machine market with some updates. Here’s my list:
-Midi in/out
-Auv3
-Ab3 optimized: or whatever you have to do to allow users to activate patterns via Remote.  
-Ability to slide finger to make patterns and velocity changes
-swing
-probability of step
-probability of p-lock
-sample start modulation
-ability to reverse samples
-live sampling input
-tempo per pattern
If you can make this stuff happen, this will essentially turn iPads into digitakts.  

That being said, I can’t put it down. It’s worth $10 for sure.  I really hope the developer gives us an update with at least an auv3 implementation.  Cool stuff.

### 4/5 — I need this as AU

*2020-04-04, version 1.3.2*

This thing is absolutely fantastic, can’t believe it’s free.  
I was searching high and low for something like this but I’m still searching because I need it as an AU.
Great interface, uncluttered, gives me just the controls I want to tweak for drum samples.

### 5/5 — Please add triplet entry?

*2020-03-14, version 1.3.2*

Very easy to use and it's great in dark mode on my iPad. I would like to see a jazz feel/triplet option, as a second template for my students to take advantage of it. 

Kind regards,
George

**Developer response:** Thank you for your support! That's a great idea, I will look into it.

### 3/5 — Great app terrible file loading

*2019-09-10, version 1.3.2*

I can’t believe how tedious it is to load samples one by one, seems like folders would be ideal. The only draw back of this app so far and it makes it so annoying. Otherwise I’m impressed with just the stock iSH

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback, I'll definitely look into ways to improve this part.

### 4/5 — Digitakt Feel!

*2018-09-13, version 1.3.1*

Really like the workflow of Ton. The parameter locks for each drum step is very much like an Elektron type machine and is a winner. Very cool, quick and creative to work with. For example, you can parameter lock the pitch, decay, FX send, pan, level, etc. for each step of a sample in a pattern. I recently discovered you can even parameter lock a different sample into each drum step of a pattern! I do not know of any other drum machine on iOS that can do this. Excellent work developer!

Abelton Link allows realtime jamming with other apps. It does not come with many samples but Ton provides easy import of user samples from iCloud, AudioShare, and Dropbox. This alone is worth the price of admission. If the developer continues to update Ton with more factory sample content and features, it could become the go to drum machine for those seeking that Elektron drum sequencing vibe without the price tag.

### 4/5 — Killer Drum Machine!

*2018-05-09, version 1.3.0*

This is a hidden gem! I’ve never been able to work with anything that had parameter locks before - loving this feature! 😍 Would be amazing if we could load an Auv3 fx app into the reverb and delay slots, to bypass the internal fx and use our fav fx apps inside Ton for send 1 and 2.  Would also like to sync changing patterns to start on the downbeat of the next bar as an option.  GREAT APP, Thanks for this beast! 🤓👊

### 4/5 — Basic but solid drum sequencer

*2017-09-12, version 1.1*

(Updated) 
Quite odd to change the entire interface but I like it. Still very basic but solid and, again... FREE!!
The design has room for improvement where there is unused screen space between the "source" and the "master" panels that could have been used for the "patterns". This would have made it much easier to perform and change on the fly. 
I guess MIDI out and import samples can come in later as IAPs. 
Keep up the good work. 
Cheers

## Frequently asked questions about Ton

### What is Ton: Drum Machine?

Ton: Drum Machine is an iPad app that allows users to create rhythmic sequences using a step sequencer and an advanced audio engine. It offers features like parameter locks for dynamic movement and integration with other music apps.

### How much does Ton: Drum Machine cost?

Ton: Drum Machine is free to download and use. However, it offers in-app purchases for additional features, such as sample import.

### What devices does Ton: Drum Machine support?

Ton: Drum Machine is designed for iPad devices. It requires iOS 11.0 or later.

### Can I import my own samples into Ton: Drum Machine?

Yes, you can import samples into Ton: Drum Machine from iCloud, Dropbox, AudioShare, and via iTunes File Sharing. This functionality is available through an in-app purchase.

### Does Ton: Drum Machine have ads?

The provided data does not indicate that Ton: Drum Machine contains advertisements. It is a free app with optional in-app purchases.

### How often is Ton: Drum Machine updated?

The latest version of Ton: Drum Machine is 1.3.2, which was released on June 8, 2019. The app was originally released on August 10, 2017.

### What is the age rating for Ton: Drum Machine?

Ton: Drum Machine has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages.

### What are the key features of Ton: Drum Machine?

Key features include a step sequencer, parameter locks for dynamic sound shaping, live drum pads, Audiobus and Ableton Link integration, and per-track effects like multimode resonant filters and saturation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.2 — 2019-06-08

• Fixed a rare crash related to drum pads

### 1.3.1 — 2018-05-11

• Fixed a bug that was causing a crash when trying to load samples from the factory library

### 1.3.0 — 2017-12-17

• Improved contrasts and graphics
• New factory samples (existing projects are not affected, samples from version 1.2 and earlier can be downloaded from the website)
• Improved sample library loading speed
• Delay effect output can be fed back to reverb effect input
• Improved saturation effect headroom
• Improved project loading workflow
• Adjusted parameter sensitivity (especially for Pitch)
• Internal improvements & various bug fixes

### 1.2.3 — 2017-11-19

• Fixed a bug that would result in a crash when halving sequence duration
• Fixed a minor bug related to status bar visibility
• Fixed a bug that would allow the use of custom samples without having paid for the feature

### 1.2.2 — 2017-11-13

• Internal improvements and performance optimizations
• Better reliability

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