Drumgenius vs GuitAfrica

Master your sense of time by practicing with a drum genius! Created after years of research by Mauro Battisti (experienced musician and specialist in the field), Drumgenius is the choice of top players and leading music academies. An ever-growing rhythm library to practice on — 500+ loops across 21 styles, reproducing real grooves by the best drummers and following authentic patterns of rhythms from around the world. The loop player is packed with dedicated functions that put you in full control of every practice session. In-depth descriptions and insights offer a deeper understanding of the world of rhythm. Plus, using Metrogenius, the smart built-in metronome — with a fully editable library of 9 meters + 22 clave patterns — you can explore everything from basic patterns to the most complex rhythmic cycles. Easy Organization & Backup: Personalize your library by renaming loops, creating custom groups, and starring favorites. Save different practice setlists into single backup files to switch setups whenever you need, restore in a single tap on new devices, or share with friends, students, and fellow musicians. THE LOOP LIBRARY IS CONSTANTLY GROWING AND CURRENTLY INCLUDES: Afro-Cuban — 65 Boogaloo — 9 Brazilian — 53 Caribbean — 22 Country — 4 Disco — 3 Funky — 24 Gospel — 5 Hip-Hop — 5 Jazz — 53 Jazz – 3/4 — 9 Jazz – Ballad — 7 Jazz – Straight 8ths — 10 Jazz – Two Feel — 10 Jungle/D&B — 3 Neo Soul — 3 New Orleans — 14 Odd Time Signatures — 46 Polymeters — 17 Pop — 12 R&B — 3 Rock — 26 Shuffle — 17 Swing Lab — 24 World — 65 12/8 — 7 LOOP PLAYER TOOLS: • Count-in: Activate it if you don't want to miss the one. • Clave: Activate it to hear the rhythm backbone. Perfect for navigating tricky rhythms with confidence. • Play X Cycles: Structure your practice session by setting the exact number of repetitions for each loop. • Internal Loop Recording: Record yourself over the loop. Track your progress and share the recordings with peers and teachers. • Silence Mode (Internalize the Time): Set intervals of silence while the tempo keeps running — the ultimate test of your internal clock. • Time Morph (Rhythmic Elasticity): Accelerate and decelerate the loop in a continuous cycle, training you to react to the tempo in real time. STAY MOTIVATED: • Weekly Goals: Set practice targets, track your consistency, and share your achievements with a tap. WHAT MUSICIANS SAY: ▶ "Mauro Battisti has made it possible for anyone to play along with the greatest drummers in the world, historical and contemporary, with the ability to alter tempo. Drumgenius is a great resource that can bring any player closer to the flame." — Dave Liebman ▶ "Drumgenius sounds very good; I find it very handy to practice my instrument with real drums pattern that I can have always with me in my phone: thanks Mauro for this App." — Dominique Di Piazza, electric bass player (John McLaughlin, Trilok Gurtu, Biréli Lagrène, Dennis Chambers) ▶ "Love this app: these loops sound fantastic! They are real drum loops — not MIDI or sequences — and they loop flawlessly. A fantastic groove reference for musicians of any kind." — Damian Erskine, electric bass player (Peter Erskine, The Jaco Pastorius Big Band, Gino Vannelli, Tony Furtado), studio musician, author, adjunct professor at Portland State University ▶ "Drumgenius is a world-class teaching aid that addresses a fundamental challenge to successful performance practice for any musician: it is a virtuoso educational work by a true musical virtuoso!" — Harold Danko, jazz pianist (Lee Konitz, Chet Baker, Thad Jones & Mel Lewis Big Band), composer, Professor of Jazz Studies & Contemporary Media at Eastman School of Music, Rochester, NY, USA Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

“…I love it! That’s the funkiest stuff ever!“ – John Scofield “GuitAfrica is a wonderful app… it reveals the richness and beauty of Pan-African music in a fun way!“ – Angélique Kidjo Step into the sound world of world-renowned guitarist Lionel Loueke (Benin, West Africa) and discover the vibrant traditions of African music through 22 original songs created exclusively for GuitAfrica. Why You’ll Love It - Play with a master – Learn directly from Lionel Loueke’s compositions, performances, and fingerings. - Authentic repertoire – Songs inspired by diverse African ethnic groups, rhythms, and instruments. - Interactive charts – Standard notation + TAB for guitar and bass, plus full drum and percussion parts. - Practice your way – Solo or mute instruments, loop sections, slow down, speed up, and transpose to any key. - Learn the feel – Go beyond notes: immerse yourself in rhythm, groove, and phrasing. - Studio quality – Professionally recorded with a world-class band and engineer. Every song comes with background notes on the culture and traditions that inspired it, making GuitAfrica both a learning tool and a listening experience. Many users say they find themselves coming back to the music just to enjoy it. Perfect for: - Guitarists and bassists who want to expand their vocabulary. - Drummers and percussionists looking to deepen their rhythmic understanding. - Musicians of all kinds who want to connect with Africa’s rich musical heritage. Features at a Glance: - 22 exclusive songs by Lionel Loueke - Full scores + parts for guitar, bass, drums, percussion - Standard notation + TAB with exact fingerings - Loop, slow down, transpose, mute/solo controls - Cultural context & history for each song GuitAfrica sits at the crossroads of art and learning—an app that teaches, inspires, and plays like a record.