# Vinylcore — Turntable Speed Remix Player

> Manipulate audio playback speed and pitch for creative remixing and sound exploration. (iPhone/iPad app by Tim Mahony.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vinylcore/id581809792 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tim Mahony](https://appshunter.io/developer/540362941)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 57 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-12-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vinylcore/id581809792/reviews.md

## What is Vinylcore?

What happens when you play your favorite music at the wrong speed? Sometimes, magic...

Vinylcore lets you explore music the way vinyl lovers and remixers have for decades: by spinning it at the wrong speed — like a 33rpm record played at 45rpm, or vice versa. Slow it down for a haunting, dreamy crawl. Speed it up for that bright, breathless Nightcore rush. The result is sometimes funny, sometimes beautiful, and often unexpectedly brilliant.

New in Version 3 — start listening straight away, no music library required.
Vinylcore used to work only with songs already on your device. Not anymore. Now you can dive in instantly with a world of free, legal audio built right in:

• Jamendo — over 500,000 free, Creative Commons-licensed tracks
• Internet Radio — thousands of live stations from around the world
• Podcasts — search and stream any show… then hear it at half or double speed
• The Internet Archive — a vast vault of live concerts, vintage recordings and rare audio
• Paste any audio link — drop in a direct URL and play it your way

Want to hear a track crawl like a slowed-and-reverbed remix? A podcast host suddenly sound deep and ominous? A 1970s live bootleg pushed into Nightcore territory? Now you can — in seconds, with no files to buy or sync.

Still love your own music? You can also play songs purchased from iTunes or synced to your device, exactly as before.

What you can do:
• Pitch-shift and time-stretch any track in true analog style
• Recreate the iconic 33-to-45 rpm effect using authentic vinyl-speed math
• Dial in as much lush reverb as you like — from a subtle shimmer to a fully washed-out dream
• Experiment with radio, podcasts, instrumentals, moody vocals and modern pop

Vinylcore is the spiritual successor to the '45 RPM' app — rebuilt from scratch, redesigned for modern devices, and now opened up to the world of online audio.

A note on your own library: Due to licensing restrictions, Vinylcore can only play personal songs that are purchased from iTunes on your device or synced via a computer. It cannot access Apple Music or iCloud Music Library tracks — but with V3's built-in radio, podcast and Jamendo sources, you no longer need a music library to get started.

## Key features

- Adjust playback speed and pitch
- Recreate vinyl speed effects
- Add reverb effects
- Stream music from Jamendo
- Listen to internet radio
- Play podcasts at altered speeds
- Access Internet Archive audio

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gold Record Status | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vinylcore/id581809792/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Needs update

*2017-12-30*

I love this app, I use it all the time for musical exploration, and I was devistated after updating my phone and finding I can’t use it any longer. Please update it. I know it’s been three years since you have and probably forgot about it but I need this app, and I payed for it.

**Developer response:** At last we have an update! Contact us if you have any issues upgrading to the new version

### 1/5 — Short term distraction only!

*2017-08-28, version 1.61*

Buy a packet of crisps instead.

### 5/5 — Functions Perfectly!

*2015-10-08*

I enjoy speculating about what a song will sound like at a higher or lower RPM. This app lets me hear it with my ears.

The app functions exactly as stated by allowing you to adjust the playback speeds of songs stored on your device. It even simulates the effect of changing speeds on a record player by ramping the pitch up or down! (A nice touch.)

Suggestion 1: If possible, allow access to voice memo recordings for added fun. 
Suggestion 2: Add support for 78 RPM

### 4/5 — Best but could improve

*2013-09-25, version 1.51*

The best alternative speed music app, only main improvement would be a playlist function. Other than that very good!

### 3/5 — freezes occasionally, good company response tho

*2013-09-09*

Fun app, would be nice if you could save the tracks you mess with , also it keeps freezing on me I can go to share but can't play any tracks anymore. Company was really efficient and fast at responding to emails and working with my issue.

## Frequently asked questions about Vinylcore

### What is Vinylcore?

Vinylcore is an application that allows you to alter the playback speed and pitch of music and other audio. It emulates the effect of playing vinyl records at different speeds, enabling creative remixing and sound exploration.

### Can I use my own music with Vinylcore?

Yes, you can play songs purchased from iTunes or synced to your device. However, due to licensing restrictions, it cannot access Apple Music or iCloud Music Library tracks.

### Does Vinylcore have ads?

Yes, Vinylcore contains advertisements. Users may encounter advertisements while using the application.

### What audio sources can I stream with Vinylcore?

Vinylcore offers access to a world of free audio, including over 500,000 Creative Commons-licensed tracks from Jamendo, thousands of internet radio stations, podcasts, and a vast archive of live concerts and rare audio from the Internet Archive.

### How does Vinylcore recreate the vinyl speed effect?

Vinylcore uses authentic vinyl-speed math to recreate the iconic 33-to-45 rpm effect, allowing you to pitch-shift and time-stretch tracks in a true analog style.

### What is the age rating for Vinylcore?

Vinylcore has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for users aged 12 and older.

### On which devices can I use Vinylcore?

Vinylcore is available for iPhone and iPad devices, offering a versatile experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### How often is Vinylcore updated?

The latest version of Vinylcore is 3.0, which was last updated on June 15, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2026-06-15

Version 3 — Vinylcore goes online.

This is the biggest update yet. You no longer need any songs on your device to use Vinylcore — just open the app and start spinning a whole world of audio at the wrong speed.

New audio sources:
• Jamendo — 500,000+ free, Creative Commons tracks
• Internet Radio — thousands of live stations worldwide
• Podcasts — search any show and play it slowed or sped up
• Internet Archive — concerts, vintage and rare recordings
• Paste a link — play any direct audio URL

Your own iTunes-purchased and synced songs still work too.

### 2.2 — 2025-05-18

Manual track seeking now supported – move forward or backward instantly with the play slider

### 2.1 — 2025-05-10

Improved playback reliability when returning to the app after using another audio app.

### 2.0 — 2025-05-08

• Completely redesigned with a fresh, modern look
• Rebuilt from the ground up for smoother performance on all devices
• New audio engine for improved reliability and future compatibility

### 1.61 — 2014-05-02

- Updated music selection list to exclude songs in iTunes cloud. Only songs that have been loaded to the device will be displayed.
- Minor bug fix.

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All apps by Tim Mahony: https://appshunter.io/developer/540362941

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