Multitracker vs StageWave
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Multitracker
This app allows musicians to play multiple audio and MIDI files simultaneously using playlists. It offers flexible audio routing to external interfaces and headphone outputs, along with comprehensive MIDI track control and synchronization. A built-in metronome and extensive playlist management enhance live performance capabilities.
- Multitrack audio and MIDI playback
- Flexible audio routing to external interfaces
- Individual track EQ, compression, and volume control
- MIDI track assignment and transposition
- Synchronized metronome with selectable sounds
- Configurable playlists with playback control
- MIDI Learn for external control
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Multitracker is a live player that allows you to play multiple audio files and midi files comfortably and flexibly with the help of playlists. If a USB audio interface is connected to the iPad, the audio tracks (stems) of a song can be routed to any of the outputs of the interface. At the same time, the headphone output can also be used as an additional routing destination, so that you have two additional channels available. To play midi songs, Multitracker provides a midi player that allows each MIDI track to be assigned to any existing Midi device (whether via USB or iPad instrument such as Sound Canvas). Of course a midi song can be played in sync with audio tracks. If necessary, a metronome with 9 different click sounds and freely selectable time signature can be added to your song or be played alone. It has never been easier to play multitrack and midi songs on stage! Features: - supports any class compliant audio interface - Headphone output selectable as additional routing destination (2 additional channels) Audio Player: - unlimited number of audio tracks (stems) depending on the performance of your iPad - Supports wav, mp3, flac, aac, ac3 (also mixed in one song) - Each audio track (Stem) can be routed to any output - Audio tracks can also be routed to outputs that are not currently connected - equalizer per track - compressor per track - Volume fader per track - Solo and mute buttons per track - Copy / Paste function for routing and volume for faster configuration - List of all audio routings - Output channel busses with faders and listing of all assigned stems Midi Player: - Supports MIDI Format 0 and 1 - Each MIDI track can be assigned any MIDI locations (external / internal) - at the same time - Transpose for each track separately or for the entire song - Midi Clock Send in sync with the Midi Song (without Song Position Pointer) - Switchable automatic metronome - changeable Tempo - Program change commands adjustable for each channel and midi device - Prgogram Changes can be sent when the song is started or loaded - You can also save songs that contain only Program Change messages but no Midi Song - sends MIDI Time Code (MTC Master) - sends MIDI Machine Code (MMC) Metronome: - can be played with or without Midi Song - Choice of 9 different click sounds - Time signature can be set arbitrarily - Adjustable Click Duration - Midi Clock synchronous to the metronome Playlist: - Playlist is easy to create with pre-configured songs - Pause between songs on / off switchable - Quicksave-option - Display of faders configurable - Size of faders configurable - Playlists can be saved - Playlists can be adjusted while playing - FastForward / Rewind - Pause - Start / Stop / Pause / Skip / VolumeFader controllable via Midi (Midi Learn) - Songs selectable by MIDI Program Change commands Live View: - extra large song title (as well as next titles) - extra large transport buttons - Playlist View can be faded in - Pause / Start Next Buttons can be faded in Fast Forward / Rewind general: - works in background - import / export all song settings and playlists for backups and migration - import / export audio data from / to cloud services (iCloud, Dropbox etc. ) - share audio files between apps - 3 free demo songs to download - Multitracker is permanently extended and improved! System Requirements: - iPad with iOS 9 or later Optional: - USB-Audio Interface (Class Compliant) - Lightning to USB-Cable or Camera Connection Kit (if you want to provide your iPad with power when connected to USB Interface)
StageWave
This software-based system offers wireless personal audio monitoring for musicians. Control your sound mix directly from your smartphone, reducing cable clutter for live performances, recording, and practice.
- Wireless personal monitoring
- Smartphone control
- Reduced cable clutter
- Universal equipment compatibility
- Wi-Fi enabled connection
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Introducing StageWave: Your Ultimate Wireless Monitoring Solution! Elevate Your Sound Experience Experience the future of stage monitoring with StageWave – the cutting-edge software-based wireless monitoring system. Say goodbye to the cable clutter and embrace seamless audio control right from your smartphone! Key Features: * Minimal Cables: Cut down on clutter with fewer cables compared to traditional monitoring systems. * Smartphone Control: Take command of your monitoring mix directly from your smartphone. * Universal Compatibility: Use StageWave with your existing equipment – all you need is a digital console or audio interface, a computer, a WiFi router, and your trusty smartphone. * Wi-Fi Technology: Harness the power of Wi-Fi for a smooth and reliable connection. How It Works: 1. Connect your console or audio interface to your computer. 2. Link your computer to your router using a network cable. 3. Connect your smartphones to the router via WiFi – it's that simple! Optimize your setup with StageWave and enjoy a personalized monitoring experience like never before. Musicians take control of your sound destiny! Perfect for live performances, recording sessions, and practice sessions. Compatible with Mac and Windows with an easy ASIO setup. Configure your router for optimal performance – check our video guide for a hassle-free experience. Download StageWave now and revolutionize your audio monitoring game! Your stage, your sound, your control. *StageWave is a software-based monitoring system. Ensure compatibility with your equipment before downloading.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Multitracker at 83% against StageWave's 36%. Multitracker also leads on ratings volume (145 vs 9) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). StageWave's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). On price, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Multitracker sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. StageWave asks for nothing beyond the download.
StageWave holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Multitracker has 145 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 83% of Multitracker's written reviews are positive against 36% of StageWave's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Multitracker ships an update every 2 months, StageWave monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Multitracker | StageWave |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (145 ratings) | 4.8 (9 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 83.0% of reviews — better | 35.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 145 — better | 9 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sebastian Sygulla | Rodrigo Urbina |
Customer experience
Multitracker
StageWave
Bugs and requests
Multitracker
Reported bugs
4 issues- Issues with MIDI clock sync
- Problems with importing and playing MIDI files
- Disappearing files or songs after updates
- Inability to purchase or restore in-app purchases
Requested features
7 requests- Add tempo change functionality
- Implement a search function for song lists
- Include more EQ and compression controls
- Add support for lyrics and chord charts
- Improve MIDI integration and mapping
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- Implement a high-contrast mode for outdoor use
- Allow saving song configurations as presets
StageWave
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Multitracker
- Effects$3.99
- just Midi$13.99
- just Audio$19.99
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- Audio AND Midi$26.99
StageWave
No in-app purchases









