# Velocity Keyboard — MPE MIDI Controller Audio Unit

> MPE MIDI controller with advanced velocity sensing and multiple interface layouts. (iPhone/iPad app by Blue Mangoo Consulting Company Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/velocity-keyboard/id1462605052 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Blue Mangoo Consulting Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1475107602)
- Category: Music
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 101 App Store ratings · 45 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-05-08
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/velocity-keyboard/id1462605052/reviews.md

## What is Velocity Keyboard?

Velocity Keyboard is a powerful velocity-sensitive MPE compatible MIDI controller.

FEATURES
- unique velocity sensing algorithm that tracks touch force like no other app
- Four interface layouts: Keyboard, String, Scale, and Drum Pad
- runs as an Audio Unit or as a standalone app
- 8 simultaneous sources of MIDI CC parameter control: touch area, touch force (on devices that support 3D Touch), touch Y-coordinate, velocity to CC and up to four MIDI CC control knobs
- smooth MIDI pitch bending between notes in both string and keyboard layouts
- highlight custom scales in any key
- dedicated MIDI modes for maximum flexibility when controlling non-MPE compatible synthesizers
- pitch bend correction algorithm plays more in-tune with more freedom of expression when bending between notes (compared to similar MIDI controller apps)
- can output velocity as a MIDI CC or aftertouch message to better support synths that aren't designed with velocity sensing in mind


What does this app do differently from our iFretless apps?
- It uses much less RAM because it doesn't load any audio samples
- It has MIDI aftertouch controls, so changes in touch pressure and location that occur after after the start of a note can control MIDI CC parameters
- It supports highlighting notes in custom scales
- It has piano keyboard, scale, and drum pad layout options
- It has updated velocity sensing and pitch correction algorithms
- It has better visibility, making it feel more playable on smaller screens, or with a larger number of rows and columns

## Key features

- Advanced velocity sensing algorithm
- Four interface layouts (Keyboard, String, Scale, Drum Pad)
- Standalone app and Audio Unit support
- 8 simultaneous MIDI CC sources
- Smooth MIDI pitch bending
- Custom scale highlighting
- Pitch bend correction algorithm

## Chart rankings

- #194 in Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 45)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/velocity-keyboard/id1462605052/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Still the best

*2026-05-28*

to this day! Best Keys on iOS!

### 5/5 — Superlative

*2026-01-15, version 1.3.22*

Fantastic and extensively tweakable MIDI controller from a very responsive developer who has been a leader in IOS fretboard controller innovation since the earliest days of IOS.

### 5/5 — Really is magic

*2025-12-29*

I did an iPad gig with organ with the rotary active on the Y access. Just great and a sensible layout with a fair amount of custom ability.

### 1/5 — Not good for iPad to MacBook connection

*2025-11-19, version 1.3.22*

This will not connect to Logic as a controller. Neither will it connect to BFD3. I believe this is to control iPad apps only and is not usable as a midi controller for the MacBook wired or not. Thoroughly disappointed I spent $10 to find that out. The app also crashes a lot, and sometimes the scale is on the page, but only when the app feels like it wants it there. No matter the buttons I push I cannot get the Scale to show on the keys unless I am in drum pad.

### 5/5 — A must have tool for iPad music making!

*2025-09-25, version 1.3.22*

Thank you to the devs for the recent update that fixed OS26 issues! 

This is far and away my favorite midi input app for iPad. Super flexible, but still nice and simple. Perfect for using as an AUv3 controller inside Logic and AUM. Being a Linnstrument user in my home studio, this app gives me the playing surface I’m used to on-screen turning my iPad into a fantastic portable music making machine. Worth every penny!

### 5/5 — splendid

*2025-07-16*

Perfect for plane and train journeys as to not have to pull out the linnstrument, and get some pad practice in. marvelous

### 5/5 — Surprisingly good!

*2025-04-08*

I come from playing all my synths via a Linnstrument and needed something for when I cant bring it. I am very surprised about how well everything translates, including velocity (when played around a bit with the settings). 

Definite recommendation!

### 5/5 — You Need This

*2025-04-03, version 1.3.21*

I am using currently With AUM and ISymphonic. I have multiple isymphonics (you need this too) open creating quite dramatic sessions, with pianos, strings , tremolo strings and woodwinds. I am controlling all with this app. I find the chords I can create on this square keyboard take me places I don’t seem to reach on a standard keyboard.

### 4/5 — Best note controller app

*2025-03-13*

It is. But it could use more layouts and it‘s hard to figure out the right settings for the right app. 

I have to add though that the app asked me to rate it while I was making music. That’s not ok. Especially for a paid musical app.

### 5/5 — Flexible and Nice

*2025-03-08, version 1.3.21*

Great controller for all sorts of expressive MIDI input. Highly recommend!

## Frequently asked questions about Velocity Keyboard

### What is Velocity Keyboard?

Velocity Keyboard is a powerful MPE compatible MIDI controller app for iOS. It features a unique velocity-sensitive algorithm that tracks touch force, offering extensive control over MIDI parameters and enhancing musical expression.

### What are the key features of Velocity Keyboard?

Key features include advanced velocity sensing, four interface layouts (Keyboard, String, Scale, Drum Pad), support for 8 simultaneous MIDI CC sources, smooth pitch bending, custom scale highlighting, and a pitch bend correction algorithm for more in-tune playing.

### How much does Velocity Keyboard cost?

Velocity Keyboard is a paid application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a one-time purchase for full access to all features.

### What devices is Velocity Keyboard compatible with?

The app is designed for iOS devices and functions as both a standalone application and an Audio Unit. It supports devices with 3D Touch for advanced touch force sensing.

### What makes Velocity Keyboard different from other MIDI controller apps?

It utilizes less RAM by not loading audio samples, offers MIDI aftertouch controls for post-note pressure changes, supports custom scale highlighting, provides multiple layout options, and features updated velocity sensing and pitch correction algorithms for improved playability and expression.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.22 — 2025-09-24

Smaller fixes and improvements.

### 1.3.21 — 2024-04-11

Bug fix.

### 1.3.20 — 2024-04-08

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.3.19 — 2024-02-02

UI improvements.

### 1.3.18 — 2024-02-01

UI improvements.

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All apps by Blue Mangoo Consulting Company Limited: https://appshunter.io/developer/1475107602

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