Comparison

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin vs tc

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

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About

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

This AUv3 compatible plugin functions as a drum machine and sampler for DAWs. It offers extensive sample hosting, multi-layer control, advanced pattern editing, and flexible routing for both internal and external effects. Easily create and manipulate drum kits with its redesigned interface and robust features.

Highlights
  • 64 assignable pads with 4 banks
  • Up to 64 samples per drumkit with 5 layers per pad
  • Advanced multi-sample layer control
  • Internal and external effect routing
  • Sophisticated multi-layer Auto Sampler
  • Export patterns as MIDI stems and audio
  • Drag and drop sample functionality
Features
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DigiStix 2 is an AUv3 compatible drum machine and sampler plugin for your favourite DAW. This new version of DigiStix brings some distinct advantages over its predecessor, most notably the ability to host up to 64 samples per drumkit with 5 layers per pad. The interface has been drastically redesigned for iPad to make better use of full screen mode, allowing a popular MPC style 4x4 pad layout with 4 banks of samples. Digistix 2 also allows greater control over the multi-sample layers, with the ability to individually control the volume levels and pitch of layers as well as global pitch and tune settings all from the new sample window. Previously, each pad had effect sends for the internal reverb and delay effects, but this can now be routed to external busses 9 and 10 for processing using external effects.  The controller editing is now build into the main display and can be edited in place without the need to scroll the interface. It also now supports extra effect controllers. A new context aware control window allows you to quickly change pad settings without the need for popup windows.  DigiStix 2 now supports GM and original DS drum kit layouts, and includes a sophisticated multi-layer Auto Sampler, capable of recording new GM compatible drumkits automatically from your hardware. It is 100% backward compatible with the original app, and can be used as a drop-in replacement. Drag and drop support now allows you to directly drop samples on specific layers, as well as preview and edit them directly. You can create new kits by simply combining banks from existing kits into one mega kit, or use our non destructive referencing to include sounds from other kits. The randomize feature has been enhanced so you can randomize individual instruments or within specific banks. The new continuous MIDI learn mode makes custom mapping a breeze. Patterns can also be exported as MIDI stems for use in other packages including a direct import to Helium clips. You can also export patterns as audio in the latest version. The auto sample feature allows automated recording of GM compatible kits directly from hardware drum machines. The slice editor can also be used for MPC style slicing of audio clips. Features: • 64 Assignable Pads (4 banks of 16 pads). • Advanced Randomize Pattern feature. • Internal & external effect routing. • Mix and match different kits with drum references. • Up to 64 beats per pattern. • Songs up to 255 patterns in length. • Reverse Mode, Triplets and Accents. • Supports Mute Groups. • Multi-layer and Round Robin modes. • DS and GM MIDI Mapping. • 64 channel Mixer. • 8 band EQ. • Randomize Feature. • Sophisticated Auto Sampler • Export loops to audio and MIDI formats. • Looping Mode with Time Stretching. • Build in Delay, Reverb, Overdrive, Bit Crunch and LP/HP Filters. • Paramter Automation from your DAW. • Local and Remove MIDI Sync. • Built in Sampler. • Multi-bus/outputs when using AUM • Multiple Import options. • Melodic Remapping. • MIDI Mapping. • Real time and Step pattern recording. • iTunes and Filer importing of samples. • Files App Drag & Drop Support • Sample Slicer

About

tc

This app acts as a control center for TC Electronic hardware, allowing users to connect, customize, and update their devices. It offers features like device management, setting adjustments, and firmware updates for compatible products.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth device pairing
  • Customize device settings
  • Firmware updates
  • Looping features for Ditto 2 Looper
  • Device manager
Features
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The TC app is your all-in-one control center for TC Electronic hardware. Easily connect, customize, and update your gear with a streamlined interface. NOTE: Not compatible with TonePrint generation of products. Key Features: * Device Manager – Pair and quickly connect to your TC Electronic products via Bluetooth. * Device Settings – Unlock new features and tailor settings to your playing style. * Firmware Updates – Keep your gear running smoothly with the latest features and updates. Compatible Products: * DITTO 2 LOOPER - LoopSnap Timing Correction – Keep your loops perfectly in sync, automatically. - SingleTap Looping – Record, Play, and Clear loops with a single tap. - Bypass – Select Buffered or True Bypass. - Firmware Updates and more. More devices coming soon! Download TC today and take full control of your TC Electronic gear.

Screenshots

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin4 screens
tc3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: tc at Free against DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin's $14.99. tc also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5). DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 33%) and ratings volume (50 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases 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

tc is free to download; DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin costs $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

tc holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin has 50 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin's written reviews are positive against 33% of tc's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin versus tc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugintc
Price$14.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (50 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings50 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size313 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer4Pockets.comTC Electronic

Customer experience

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

All ratings50 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews48 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral14.6%
Negative18.8%

tc

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

None

DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin

No in-app purchases

None

tc

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin free?
DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is tc free?
tc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin or tc?
tc is rated higher. DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin averages 4.5 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while tc averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin or tc have ads?
Neither DigiStix 2 AUv3 Plugin nor tc shows ads.

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