Comparison

DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin vs King Key

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

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About

DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin

This is a pattern-based MIDI sequencer plugin for AUv3 compatible hosts. It can drive external MIDI instruments or its internal sample-based audio engine. Create looped patterns, chain them into songs, and experiment with real-time performance modes.

Highlights
  • Pattern-based MIDI sequencing
  • Internal sample-based audio engine
  • 16 MIDI tracks per pattern
  • Song creation up to 256 patterns
  • Random pattern generator
  • Live matrix performance mode
  • Multi-Bus output support
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DigiKeys is an AUv3 compatible MIDI sequencer plugin for AUM or other AUv3 compatible host applications. DigiKeys is a pattern based sequencer which can be used to drive either external MIDI based AUv3 instruments, or the internal sample based audio engine. It can also be used as a 16 channel multi-timbral sound source accepting MIDI data on each of the 16 MIDI channels and routing to 16 internal instruments. This flexible design allows you to experiment with pattern based song construction using the DigiKeys sound engine, then map to external MIDI based synth engines once an idea needs expanding. The program was created specifically for AUM, but should function fine under any DAW of your choice (routing options permitting). The advantage of AUM is its unlimited routing flexibility, and the ability to split MIDI output in order to feed multiple AV3 sound sources DigiKeys allows you to create looped patterns which can later be chained into songs. Each pattern has 16 tracks (one for each MIDI channel) which can be up to 32 steps in length. Each track can have its own playback speed, transposition and effects routings. You can chain up to 256 of these patterns together into a song, and since each song is tied to a scale, you can use the transpose function to quickly create chord changes without needing to redesign your patterns. DigiKeys was designed to drive other MIDI compatible AUv3 plugins, but comes equiped with its own internal synth engine with over 100 custom presets. If you own the 4Pockets Chameleon sampler plugin, DigiKeys will auotmatically make those instruments available to you, so its easy to expand the library of instruments using Chameleon. The app has its own custom MIDI mixer, which controls incoming / outgoing MIDI velocity levels rather than traditional audio levels. This allows you to control relative volumes of internal as well as external MIDI instruments. It also allows DigiKeys to be used as a multi-timbral sound source with level mixing, by routing MIDI data on each of the 16 incoming ports to seperate instruments. DigiKeys features a sophisticated random pattern generator capable of taking advantage of random velocities, probability, note length, sub beats and reverse hits. It can even randomize targetted notes that comply to a chord in the song scale. The latest update introduces a live matrix performance mode that lets you mix tracks from different patterns in real time, creating scenes to aid your performance. Patterns and scenes can be triggered remotely from MIDI equipment sending simple note data on MIDI channel 16. Also recently added is the ability to route internal sound to different output busses for adding external effects in AUM. We also include 3 global effects, reverb, chorus and digital delay which allow per track routing. Features: • 16 MIDI tracks per pattern. • Randomize Patterns. • Up to 32 beats per pattern. • Songs up to 256 patterns in length. • Supports Multi-Bus out in AUM. • Definable track muting, repeat length and transposing per song step. • Selectable Key, Scale and Chords to use as guides. • Various edit modes allowing fades and drum rolls. • Supports Reverse Mode, Probability, Triplets etc.. • Ability to override the scale for drum tracks. • 16 channel Mixer. • Track Mutes and Solo options. • 8 band EQ. • Build in Delay, Reverb and Chorus. • Live Matrix. (iPad Only) • Remote pattern switching. • Chamelon Instrument Compatability. • Per pattern Automation. • Comprehensive clipboard functionality. • Local and Remote MIDI Sync. • Real time and Step pattern recording. • HTTP interface for backup / restore of songs.

About

King Key

This app provides high-quality one-shot keyboard samples, including vintage typewriters and modern synthesizers. It offers 9 instruments and 11 presets, usable as a standalone instrument or an AUv3 plugin within music production hosts.

Highlights
  • High-quality one-shot keyboard samples
  • Vintage typewriter and MIDI keyboard sounds
  • 9 instruments and 11 presets
  • AUv3 plugin compatibility
  • Standalone instrument mode
  • Proprietary high-detailed sampling techniques
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In grand celebration of International Joke Day 2024, we at Caelum used our incredibly intelligent minds to bring you our first sampler; King Key. Gone are the days when you were left begging for high quality one-shot keyboard samples, now you can get King Key. Anywhere in the world you can now play the sounds of a keyboard, on your keyboard. We also blessed you with the sounds of a MIDI keyboard, a typewriter and 4 produced kits as our generosity knows no limits. Click, Clack, Svvvvt, B-ding, cha-cuh, fshhhh. With 9 instruments and 11 presets at your finger tips you can finally be the person your parents wanted you to be, a King Key one. Using proprietary high-detailed sampling techniques, which are sadly too complex for you to understand without demonstrative play-dough, we have captured the essence and spirit of a vintage Imperial typewriter, a Modal Cobalt8X and a Generic USB keyboard. We then took these beautiful, inspirational samples and produced them into some juicy, expressive kits for your pleasure. King Key is designed as an AUv3 plugin, meaning it works within iOS and iPadOS hosts such as Logic Pro, GarageBand, Cubasis 3, AUM and Beatmaker 3. King Key also works as a standalone instrument.

Screenshots

DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin4 screens
King Key2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: King Key at 4.9 against DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin's 4.3. King Key also leads on price ($1.99 vs $9.99) and review sentiment (100% vs 79%). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin costs $9.99 and King Key $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

King Key holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin's written reviews are positive against 100% of King Key's.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin versus King Key: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer PluginKing Key
Price$9.99$1.99 — better
Rating4.3 (19 ratings)4.9 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19 — better15
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1312.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size307 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer4Pockets.comCaelum Audio Ltd

Customer experience

DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin

All ratings19 ratings
Positive84.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive78.6%
Neutral7.1%
Negative14.3%

King Key

All ratings15 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin

No in-app purchases

None

King Key

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin free?
DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is King Key free?
King Key costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin or King Key?
King Key is rated higher. DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin averages 4.3 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while King Key averages 4.9 from 15 ratings.
Do DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin or King Key have ads?
Neither DigiKeys AUv3 Sequencer Plugin nor King Key shows ads.

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