Comparison

6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker vs World Piano

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

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About

6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker

Create electronic music with a 6-track drum synthesizer and sequencer. Shape unique sounds, build complex rhythms, and apply effects. Export your creations or sync with other music apps.

Highlights
  • 6-track drum synthesizer
  • Step sequencer with random fill
  • Independent FX per track
  • Ableton Link and IAA support
  • Parameter locking
  • Export to AudioShare, Email, iTunes
  • Live control and pattern switching
Features
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A 6 track drum machine synthesiser & sequencer for creating beats, electro rhythms or wacky synth blips. Create sounds like the famous TR808 and 606 drum machines. Synthesizer controls shape each sound on each track to various electro synth drum & percussion sounds. Create drum patterns using step edit as on various drum synthesisers, drum machines & sequencers or can be generated randomly. Independent FX, GarageBand routing, Ableton Link, IAA, & Audiobus 3 support. Parameter Set to step per track manually or while playing. Press P-Set to enter mode (Flashing). turn dials, this stores on that current step. Double tap the P-Set to enter erase mode. Any dial turned will erase all that dials settings for the whole track. Easily capture what you hear, export to AudioShare, Audio-Copy, Email or iTunes Shared Folder Check out the "How to" video demo on Youtube https://youtu.be/in4V0P6nigM DRUM SYNTHESIS: 3 Filters: Low, High & Band Pass + resonance & side-pass high pass level, envelope amount & decay time. Adjust pitch VCA decay time + PUNCH for extra kick velocity. Extra attack for track 1 option. Create almost any drum synth sound SEQUENCER: Swing/groove Dynamics. Each step per track can also have a variable dynamics level (double tap) to accentuate pitch, filter or amplitude. RANDOM FILL: From zero to 100 percent this will create random non accentuated steps in mealtime so you can create free flowing dynamic drum beats sequences. Adjust number of steps & offsets in each track to create complex poly rhythms INIT starts over with a blank pattern. Find this in Settings/System. BPM control +/-1 or double tap for +/-5 increments. MOD SECTION: LFO low pass CUT-OFF & PITCH. The pitch level can give a vintage effect subtly detuning with low SPEED or faster for ring modulated effect. Trig forces reset on step to provide pitch or filter envelope. CHAIN MODE: Press P+1, P+2, P+3 for automatically switching to next 1,2, or 3 patterns at each loop end. Changing pattern manually will reset. Drum step edits cant be made during this mode. LIVE CONTROL feature: Use the pattern play section for the following cool tricks: [Sequence/Control/Pattern]: Instantly switch to a saved sequence while playing. Keys correspond to available programs, starting from the current program thats loaded (key 1 is your current program, key 2 is current program+1 etc). Highlighted keys show stored programs. Blue tint shows if your are in Pattern Play still. This is great for building up live tracks and can be cut instantly like DJ cross-fade. With P-Lock enabled, loading patterns locks parameters & just loads the patterns. EFFECTS (Global/master are in yellow.) OVERDRIVE. SPRING REVERB ECHO tempo synced with feedback & wetness. MIXER section: fade each track, mute/ unmute Bass boost and pan on each track SYNCING Ableton Link syncs with Link apps .Enable for precise timing without syncing. Press LINK button at the bottom for settings. You can link to our other apps like 2XB303 MIDI sync with External, Virtual or Audiobus. 6X806 can be master or slave. ( any simple class-compliant USB should work but some may need to be power assisted) Virtual MIDI In is always on. If you send from another app AND receive MIDI clock then you will be receiving both MIDI CLOCKS. While Ableton Link is enabled you can send clock. This means you can use one app to control 6X806 with external hardware MIDI note data is sent out on each channel AUDIO Record a fixed length, default to 32 steps. Can be changed in settings. Arming sampling with CAPTURE (flashing). Starts at counter 1 (ON). PLAY CAP to listen to your sample loop. Audio can be routed via IAA (Inter App Audio) into apps like Apple's Garageband. Garageband will also sync your sequence for excellent multi-track recording. Audiobus 3. Route audio to mix or record into other applications To save you press "Save To", it then flashes. Now choose destination ("!" means its occupied ) then press "Save All" to confirm.

About

World Piano

Explore global music with authentic instruments and rhythms from around the world. Create melodies with diverse scales, import your own beats, and experiment with traditional piano modes. Unlock premium content for a full musical journey.

Highlights
  • Authentic global instrument sounds
  • Rhythm library with beat import
  • Extensive world and microtonal scales
  • Traditional piano mode
  • AUv3 and Ableton Link support
  • MIDI and AudioBus/IAA support
  • Comprehensive effects section
Features
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Explore the World of Music with World Piano Unlock the rich diversity of global music with World Piano, the ultimate app for exploring the sounds and rhythms of cultures from around the world—all at your fingertips. "An Essential Tool for Musicians and Music Lovers" - App Store Review With World Piano, you can experience authentic sound samples from unique instruments like the Sitar, Koto, Duduk, and more. Effortlessly switch between instruments to explore their distinct tones and rhythms. The app also features a rhythm library where you can play along or import your own beats. Whether you’re sharpening your improvisation skills or simply enjoying the creative process, World Piano is perfect for any musician, from beginner to expert. Create captivating melodies using an extensive collection of world scales and drones, including those from India, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia—perfect for crafting exotic and inspiring sounds. World Piano even supports microtonal scales for enhanced creativity. In addition to world instruments, you’ll find a traditional piano mode. Customize octaves, experiment with playing modes, and find the perfect sound for any musical genre. Download World Piano today and embark on a global musical journey! Go Premium Unlock the full potential of World Piano by becoming a Premium Member. Access all sound packs with a single subscription: 1 month: $5.99 1 year: $29.99 Note: Prices may vary by country. These prices are for the US. Pricing in other countries may vary. • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • An account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase Start your worldwide musical journey with World Piano. Features • Premium sound and rhythm packs from around the world • AUv3 and Ableton Link support • Layer and split sounds for dynamic play • Save your favorite sounds and rhythms • Real-time microtonal scale conversion • Global, Middle Eastern, and Raga scales • Import Korg KMP, SFZ, WAV, and AIFF files • MIDI support (control via MIDI keyboard or AudioBus/IAA) • Comprehensive effects section: Phaser, Tremolo, Chorus, Reverb, and more • Built-in recording and iCloud sound backup For more details, check out our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to reach out at contact@taqs.im. This app is licensed under Apple’s Standard End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker4 screens
World Piano4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: World Piano at Free against 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker's $1.99. World Piano also leads on ratings volume (3.2K vs 25). 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, review sentiment and device support 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

World Piano is free to download; 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker costs $1.99 up front. World Piano sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker against 4.6 for World Piano. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: World Piano has 3.2K ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 73% and 73% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker ships an update every 4 days, World Piano monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker versus World Piano: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter6X806 Drum Synth Loop MakerWorld Piano
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (25 ratings)4.6 (3.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.3% of reviews — better73.2% of reviews
Number of ratings253.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB142 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRob WilmotTAQS.IM

Customer experience

6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker

All ratings25 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive73.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative20.0%

World Piano

All ratings3,231 ratings
Positive88.5%
Neutral4.1%
Negative7.4%
Written reviews231 reviews
Positive73.2%
Neutral11.3%
Negative15.6%

Bugs and requests

6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

World Piano

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Soundfonts not loading correctly
  • Exported tracks missing World Synth instruments
  • Subscription and IAP issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for importing custom audio files
  • Improve MIDI and automation capabilities
  • Provide better backup and restore options for purchased content
  • Enhance integration with popular music apps like GarageBand

In-app purchases

None

6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

World Piano

Subscriptions3
  • TAQS.IM Monthly Premium Access$5.991 Month
  • TAQS.IM Yearly Premium Access7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • TAQS.IM Yearly PRO Access7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time7
  • Hip Hop Trap LofiFree
  • Turkish Sounds: Saz, Kanun$2.99
  • Arabic Sounds: Oud, Ney, Org$2.99
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  • Asian Sounds: Silk Road$2.99
  • Latin American Sounds$2.99
  • TAQSIM World Piano Lifetime$19.99
  • TAQSIM World Piano Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker free?
6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is World Piano free?
World Piano is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker or World Piano?
World Piano is rated higher. 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker averages 4.6 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while World Piano averages 4.6 from 3.2K ratings.
Do 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker or World Piano have ads?
World Piano shows ads; 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker does not.
Which is updated more often, 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker or World Piano?
6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker ships an update every 4 days, and World Piano monthly. Most recently, 6X806 Drum Synth Loop Maker was updated on November 2, 2026 and World Piano on November 13, 2026.

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