Comparison

Apollo Motion MIDI Controller vs jAmp Percussive

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Apollo Motion MIDI Controller

Transform your iPhone into a musical instrument using its accelerometer. Trigger MIDI notes and chords with motion, creating a natural and organic feel for music production. Ideal for adding unique percussive elements or expressive control to your compositions.

Highlights
  • Motion-controlled MIDI triggering
  • Accelerometer-based input
  • Wireless MIDI over Bluetooth
  • USB MIDI via musicIO
  • Customizable MIDI events
  • Program and control change messages
Features
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Apollo Motion MIDI Controller uses the accelerometer built into your iPhone, turning it into a unique musical instrument. Shake or tap your iPhone to trigger MIDI notes or chords; when used with the innovative synthesizer and drum apps on iOS, you have a new way of creating music. One of the best ways to keep time is through moving your body. Everyone can tap their feet or clap their hands to a beat; by using this motion to trigger MIDI, you can capture a natural, organic feeling. Use the app like a shaker, tambourine, or a cowbell, with the MIDI notes adding the accents you need; every song could use more cowbell. The app detects rapid acceleration in six different directions, to trigger six different MIDI events. Use the front for a cymbal, and the back for a bass drum. You can also use the app to send program change or control change messages. The app is not appropriate for speed-metal drum rolls; the response rate of the accelerometer limits how quickly notes can be triggered. Apollo Motion MIDI Controller works with Apollo MIDI over Bluetooth (the original Bluetooth MIDI solution for iOS). With low latency wireless MIDI from your phone to an iPad or Mac, you're free from a tangle of connections, and can move how you want. The app also works with musicIO, which provides both high speed MIDI and four channels of audio using a standard USB sync cable, connecting your iPhone to either a Mac or PC.

About

jAmp Percussive

This AUv3 audio plugin uses physical modeling to create realistic drum and cymbal sounds. It features a built-in sequencer for rhythm creation and offers extensive sound customization. Seamlessly integrate it into your music production workflow.

Highlights
  • Realistic drum sounds via physical modeling
  • Diverse drum presets
  • Sound customization parameters
  • Built-in sequencer for rhythm creation
  • Internal groove system
  • AUv3 integration with DAWs
  • MIDI triggering and output
Features
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Discover the power of percussion with jAmp Percussive, a versatile AUv3 audio plugin perfect for musicians, producers, and sound designers. This drum synthesizer uses physical modeling to bring realistic drum and cymbal sounds to your fingertips, and it also includes a handy sequencer to create intricate rhythms effortlessly. Key features: 1. Realistic Drum Sounds: With physical modeling synthesis, jAmp Percussive simulates real drum components to give you authentic and dynamic drum sounds. Customize each sound to fit your unique style and needs. 2. Diverse Drum Presets: Explore a wide range of drum sounds. 3. Sound Customization: Tweak your drum sounds with adjustable parameters like pitch, decay, and filters. Create unique percussive textures that blend seamlessly into your music. 4. Built-in Sequencer: Easily create and arrange drum patterns with the built-in sequencer. The user-friendly interface allows you to visualize and edit your sequences, making rhythm creation a breeze. 5. Internal Groove System: Add a funky touch to your tracks with the internal groove system that automatically creates engaging and dynamic rhythms. Let your music groove effortlessly. 6. AUv3 Integration: jAmp Percussive works smoothly with your favorite DAWs and music production apps that support AUv3 plugins. Enjoy a seamless workflow as you integrate its powerful features into your projects. Individual output per channel and MIDI output is also supported. 7. MIDI Triggering: Trigger drum sounds using MIDI for even more control and flexibility. Integrate jAmp Percussive with your MIDI setup to play and program drum sounds directly from your MIDI controller or sequencer. Get the manual at https://github.com/janm31415/jAmpPercussive

Screenshots

Apollo Motion MIDI Controller3 screens
jAmp Percussive4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: jAmp Percussive at 5.0 against Apollo Motion MIDI Controller's 3.6. jAmp Percussive also leads on device support (4 vs 2). Apollo Motion MIDI Controller's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. jAmp Percussive sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Apollo Motion MIDI Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

jAmp Percussive holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 13 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Apollo Motion MIDI Controller versus jAmp Percussive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApollo Motion MIDI ControllerjAmp Percussive
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (5 ratings)5.0 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings513 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSecret Base DesignJan Maes

Customer experience

Apollo Motion MIDI Controller

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

jAmp Percussive

All ratings13 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Apollo Motion MIDI Controller

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

jAmp Percussive

One-time1
  • jAmp Percussive Activation$7.99

Questions

Is Apollo Motion MIDI Controller free?
Apollo Motion MIDI Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is jAmp Percussive free?
jAmp Percussive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Apollo Motion MIDI Controller or jAmp Percussive?
jAmp Percussive is rated higher. Apollo Motion MIDI Controller averages 3.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while jAmp Percussive averages 5.0 from 13 ratings.
Do Apollo Motion MIDI Controller or jAmp Percussive have ads?
Neither Apollo Motion MIDI Controller nor jAmp Percussive shows ads.

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