# Vatanator SX

> Advanced MIDI drum machine with vintage presets and real-time effects. (iPhone/iPad app by BACKPULLVER SOFTWARE LTD OOD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vatanator-sx/id1046391514 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BACKPULLVER SOFTWARE LTD OOD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1035157788)
- Category: Music, Productivity
- Price: $5.99
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 264 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-12-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vatanator-sx/id1046391514/reviews.md

## What is Vatanator SX?

Vatanator SX is a unique drum machine with advanced MIDI functionality. It features 140 built-in presets emulating every classic vintage hardware.
It is aimed for simplicity and instant rhythm creation.

Vatanator SX features:

– Audio Unit Extension
– Record patterns in real-time with quantization, MIDI assignable
– 16/32 steps sequencer with advanced MIDI options
– Fast loading of presets on the fly
– Full MIDI implementation, Bluetooth MIDI
– Background audio
– Audiobus, Audiobus Remote, Inter-App Audio and Ableton Link support
– Ability to import samples via Files, AudioShare, AudioCopy, Dropbox or iTunes Share
– Real-time effects with XY pad, tempo synchronization, MIDI assignable and automation
– Song arranger, ability to store a sequence of patterns and play them in order
- Export pattern to MIDI file
– 8 channel mixer with volume control and mute/solo for any individual instrument

## Key features

- 140 vintage hardware emulations
- Advanced MIDI functionality
- Real-time effects with XY pad
- Import samples via multiple sources
- Song arranger and pattern export
- 16/32 step sequencer
- Background audio support

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vatanator-sx/id1046391514/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Nice but….

*2022-09-10*

Whenever the filter is changed in “effects” whether lo pass or hi pass the sound mutes until app is restarted

**Developer response:** We're delighted to inform you that the issue you experienced has been fixed in the latest app update.

### 4/5 — Love it, but…

*2022-08-02, version 1.4*

Great app - very quick to program whilst being quite deep and it has a character of its own -  with some very quirky kits but wish it had shuffle - that would lift it up for me. The big issue I have currently though is that I can’t work out how to save my presets.

### 5/5 — not bad but needs a few updates for bug fixes!

*2020-07-28*

It looks decent, too bad it literally crashes every single time (on ApeMatrix).

In AUM performance is better but it still has issues.  Samples can be assigned a key, but such key isn’t saved with the project so the AUv3 instance needs to be configured every single time you use it to behave as desired. 

There’s also this weird thing where it won’t allow you to map the samples to a few specific keys - these keys vary depending on which sample number/ pad you’re trying to assign and it’s just incredibly weird and I see no purpose for it.

Overall, good app but needs some updates.

### 3/5 — Fix the bug for the love of us all

*2018-12-29*

Half the pad doesn’t most importantly the bass and snare

**Developer response:** Could you please clarify what do you mean, it is unclean from your comment?

### 5/5 — Very Cool AU Drum Machine!

*2018-05-18*

This is exactly what I was looking for. I can import my own drum samples into iOS GarageBand with Vatanator as an audio units instrument. Their tech support has been very responsive. Keep up the good work, guys!

### 5/5 — 🔥🔥🔥🔥

*2018-04-12, version 1.2*

Pure Fire

### 5/5 — iPhone専用ＤＭ

*2017-05-23*

トラディショナルなドラムマシンをiPhoneで操作するためにＵＩを良く作り込んでいる事でとても使いやすい、分かりやすい
iOSをプラットフォームとした音楽制作アプリとして拡張性は完璧。IAA, Audiobus, Abletone Live, MIDI, Audioshare, Dropbox, 等。
8チャネルミキサー。
MIDIアサイン可のオートメーションできるエフェクト、XYパッド。
32ステップシーケンサー、パターンチェーンのソングアレンジャー。
サンプルの質は良いが、ユーザーサンプルもインポート可。
サンプル系としてはコンパクトな130MB。
これで600円。
もっと早く買えばよかった。

### 5/5 — A Superb Deal For A Great Drum Machine.

*2016-12-21*

I'm enjoying this app a lot so far. To me it has the sort retro/modern appeal to it aesthetically and so far it has performed really well throughout my testing and use. I also appreciate the high quality amount of samples included. Having poor quality and a limited amount of samples can really make or break an app such as this and I'm glad to report that for me that isn't an issue at all.

Though, I did have an issue with sample importing and I reached out to the developer through email. And it's just been like 3 or 4 days and they already released this most recent update that fixed the import issue for me. That is super good service in my opinion and the developer was very friendly to boot. Thanks for the quick turnaround on the bug fixing, I'm very grateful for that.

I haven't really ever used the other drum machines apps that I've bought in the past that much, because to me they were just overloaded and a little convoluted. But with Vatanator SX I feel less pressure to learn a thousand different things and can just jump straight into making beats, which for my tastes is perfect. 

This still has really good options I think though. But it just doesn't feel like it's trying to be like 10 different apps at once and I like how it just focuses solely on a smooth experience for making music. Plus, like I said about the sample import working for me now. Well, being able to constantly import and tweak my own samples is a factor that in my opinion will help to keep me wanting to always come back to this app to make my music and flesh out ideas stuck in my head. 

And I appreciate the really good export options found here, thanks for that also.  I feel like in a lot of these types of apps that the developer's always skimp on or for some insane reason, omit the key export/sharing options (i.e. Audiobus, AudioCopy and AudioShare).  I'm very glad that this isn't a concern for me with, Vatanator SX. 

So, for the price coupled with what I think are really great features, functions and samples content. Well,  Vatanator SX is a steal-of-an-app in my opinion. And I'm very glad I bought it even though it had no reviews at the time. And I'm also very grateful again to the dev. for fixing that sample import issue so quickly :). Thanks for all that, God bless and Merry Christmas 😇🎄.

## Frequently asked questions about Vatanator SX

### What is Vatanator SX?

Vatanator SX is a unique drum machine application designed for instant rhythm creation. It features advanced MIDI functionality and emulates 140 classic vintage hardware sounds.

### How much does Vatanator SX cost?

Vatanator SX is a paid application, priced at $5.99. This one-time purchase grants you full access to all its features.

### What devices support Vatanator SX?

Vatanator SX is compatible with iPhone and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is Vatanator SX updated?

The app was last updated on November 27, 2023, with version 1.4.1. This indicates a relatively active development cycle.

### Can I import my own samples into Vatanator SX?

Yes, Vatanator SX allows you to import samples via Files, AudioShare, AudioCopy, Dropbox, or iTunes Share, offering flexibility in your sound design.

### Does Vatanator SX support background audio?

Yes, Vatanator SX supports background audio, allowing you to continue creating music while using other applications or when your device is locked.

### What are the MIDI capabilities of Vatanator SX?

Vatanator SX offers full MIDI implementation, including real-time pattern recording with quantization, a 16/32 step sequencer with advanced MIDI options, and Bluetooth MIDI support.

### Does Vatanator SX have ads?

No, Vatanator SX does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it provides an ad-free experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.1 — 2023-11-27

- fixed crash when switching between LP and HP filter
- fixed crash when changing patterns
- fixed occasional crash when configuring MIDI devices
- added option to export a pattern to MIDI file
- minor bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.4 — 2019-08-02

- added metronome in stand-alone
- new choke groups in stand-alone 
- fixed issue with recalling AU parameters from AU host saved session
- Audiobus SDK updated to version 3.0.7
- Ableton Link SDK updated to version 3.0.5
- various bug fixes

### 1.3.3 — 2019-02-28

- fixed screen layout issue on iPhone 6 Plus
- minor bug fixes

### 1.3.2 — 2019-01-25

- fixed crash when importing single sample in Audio Unit extension
- some additional bugfixes and improvements

### 1.3.1 — 2019-01-22

- fixed issue when using pitch bend via external MIDI affects all AUv3 instances of Vatanator SX
- improved sample import handling
- fixed crash when importing samples with metadata
- fixed issue with Ableton Link, where you can’t change bpm of the session if pattern is being played
- fixed issue when sometimes app loses audio if no background audio mode is selected
- various bugfixes and improvements

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