Xequence AU | Keys vs Visual Beat Maker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Xequence AU | Keys
This app functions as a versatile MIDI keyboard controller within AUv3 hosts, offering expressive playing modes and customizable controllers. It's designed for music production enthusiasts to enhance their workflow with a responsive and resource-efficient interface.
- Scale-aware single or dual keyboard
- Adjustable key width and glide mode
- Velocity emulation
- Configurable MIDI CC touch ribbons
- Special controller modes (MPE-like)
- AU presets and state saving
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IMPORTANT: This app is targeted at music production enthusiasts and requires an AUv3 Audio Unit Host to run! It does not do ANYTHING on its own! Xequence AU | Keys is a comprehensive and expressive keyboard controller for use inside AU (Audio Unit) hosts like AUM, Cubasis, apeMatrix, etc. It features the same, widely acclaimed keyboard that users of Xequence, our advanced MIDI workstation, have grown to love. HIGHLIGHTS: - Fully scale-aware, very playable single or dual keyboard - Extremely fast and light on resources - Over 70 scales in 10 categories included - Freely adjustable key width - "Glide" mode for triggering keys by sliding between them - Velocity emulation (via vertical position on key) - Automatically adapts to nearly any plugin window size or aspect ratio - Unlimited instances - Full support for AU presets (and state saving / restoration) in the host - Configurable keyboard color and MIDI channel CONTROLLERS: - Any number of MIDI CCs (controllers) can be freely configured and shown as touch ribbons next to the keyboard - A number of standard controller numbers (such as 74 = Cutoff, 7 = Volume etc.) are included and can be set with a single tap SPECIAL CONTROLLER MODES: The following special modes can be set per controller and give an "MPE-like" feel while being compatible with non-MPE synths: - DEVICE ROTATION - controller moves according to device rotation - GATE - controller can be set to a default position, and then tapped anywhere to toggle it to that position and back (think "Trance gates" when used with eg. CC 7 / Volume) - KEY POSITION - controller moves when touching a keyboard key, depending on vertical position - KEY SLIDE - controller moves along when one or more fingers are moved vertically while holding any number of keys - The above modes can also be combined - Note that this is NOT MPE - controllers are always sent for all notes at once, not per individual note! Please report any issues via our website, we provide quick and comprehensive support!
Visual Beat Maker
Transform your device into a music studio by drawing patterns and tapping rhythms to create electronic music. Enjoy real-time visualizations and explore multiple genres without needing prior musical experience. This app is perfect for creative expression and relaxation.
- Intuitive touch controls for music creation
- Draw patterns and tap rhythms
- Real-time visual feedback
- 9 music genres included
- Adjustable BPM, speed, and volume
- Works completely offline
- No musical experience required
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Turn your screen into a music studio! Visual Beat Maker lets you create electronic music through intuitive touch controls. Draw patterns, tap rhythms, and watch your beats come to life with stunning visualizations. Features: 9 music genres: Pulse, House, Techno, Trance, Dubstep, Jungle, Hardcore, Downtempo & Garage Adjustable BPM, speed, and volume controls Beautiful real-time visual feedback Works completely offline No musical experience required Whether you're a music enthusiast or just looking for a creative way to unwind, Visual Beat Maker transforms your device into an interactive electronic music instrument. Perfect for: Music lovers and creators Relaxation and creative expression Learning about electronic music genres Fun on the go - no internet needed!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Visual Beat Maker at 100% against Xequence AU | Keys's 83%. Visual Beat Maker also leads on price ($0.29 vs $2.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Xequence AU | Keys costs $2.99 and Visual Beat Maker $0.29 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Xequence AU | Keys | Visual Beat Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $0.29 — better |
| Rating | 4.9 (19 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 19 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.2 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alexander Ewering | Tsz Chung Chau |
Customer experience
Xequence AU | Keys
Visual Beat Maker
In-app purchases
Xequence AU | Keys
No in-app purchases
Visual Beat Maker
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Xequence AU | Keys free?
Is Visual Beat Maker free?
Do Xequence AU | Keys or Visual Beat Maker have ads?
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