Comparison

Trace Sequenced Sample Box vs Galaxy Brain (Legacy)

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

Head to head
About

Trace Sequenced Sample Box

Create music with this versatile sample-based creation tool. It functions as a drum computer, groovebox, and sample animator with built-in effects and live performance capabilities. Generate unique rhythms and soundtracks using its priority-driven sequencer and extensive sound library.

Highlights
  • Sample-based music creation
  • Drum computer and groovebox
  • Sample animator
  • Priority-driven sequencer
  • Onboard effects
  • Live performing skills
  • Internal recorder
Features
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WELCOME TO TRACE Trace is a versatile tool for sample based music creation presented by immons audio tools. It´s a drumcomputer, groovebox, sample animator and metronome with onboard effects and live performing skills. Use it intuitively to achieve unexpected, inspiring results and produce rhythms, complete playbacks, atmospheric soundtracks, etc.. It comes with a really special sequencer which is priority driven, means: One channel trigger at a time to create unusual patterns with automatic generated death notes. Do not have to preprogram any sequence. Just dial in the pattern length and tempo, choose a sample and divisor for each channel and let it swing. Create a song with the arranger and synchronize your patterns and selected channel delays to the global song speed. Play your animated samples, patterns and songs live with multiple realtime FX options per channel/group and use the internal recorder to tape your session to wav. Share your recorded wav´s via social media, e-mail and cloud, or drag and drop them, patterns and songs to your computer. Trace comes with more than 160 carefully created sounds. Each sequencer channel includes: Beat Divisor/Trigger 18 divisors/trigger points, including different subdivisions of 1/4 note. Changes happen on the fly, with preview. Sound Make your selection out of the provided onboard sounds and import your own samples and soundbanks to dial in your favorite tone. Changes happen on the fly, with preview. Volume Set the volume for each channel. Solo/Mute Select channel solo or mute a various number of channels and control this group with just one button. Swing/Probably Bring your beats up to life and build spacy rhythmical sculptures, jazzy grooves and audio landscapes. Includes negative swing. EFFECTS & PERFORMANCE Mixer is the integrated effects and performance tool of the sequenced sample box. It is intuitive operable without any menu scrolling and performance ready with the groupable options. You can shape the sound for each channel with: Delay 1 Every channel has it´s own full featured delay plus tap tempo, ms/bpm input and the possibility to sync the delays to future pattern speed changes. Delay 2 Rhythm delay with eighth dotted, quarter triplet, eighth and eighth triplet time presets relatet to delay 1 or pattern speed. Ring Modulator Add and subtract the dialed in oscillator frequency to your sample frequency and bring them together again for some really weird results. Bit Crusher Reduce the bit depth to add noise and sustain, works great in cooperation with the ring modulator. Varispeed Speed up or slow down the samples read speed, like a pitched tape recorder. Panorama Place sound in the stereo field. Mute With group option for assigned channels. RSP Reverse sample playback with group option for assigned channels to swap the status quo. Shortener Divide the sample length by factors 2/4/8 with group option for assigned channels to swap between your choice and full sample length. NOTE: All of the blocks listed above can be assigned to the master toggle switch to swap the status quo.

About

Galaxy Brain (Legacy)

This audio effect plugin combines a frequency shifter with a delay module to create unique, space-like soundscapes. It offers extensive modulation options, tone-shaping filters, and stereo controls for creative sound design. Explore a wide range of effects from chorus to laser sounds.

Highlights
  • Frequency shifter with adjustable range
  • Stereo delay with tone-shaping filters
  • Multiple modulation sources (LFO, envelope, sequencer)
  • Wet signal ducking
  • Morph settings for performance transitions
  • AUv3, CLAP, and VST3 plugin formats
  • User presets synced across devices
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***This is now a legacy product. It will receive only maintenance updates. If you purchased Galaxy Brain using version 1.5 or earlier, you are eligible for a free upgrade to Galaxy Brain v2. You can claim your upgrade code inside the plug-in's settings menu.*** ***Please note purchases made as of version 1.6 are NOT eligible for a free upgrade to a v2 license.*** Galaxy Brain is a frequency shifter + delay combo ready to take any sound into outer space. With easy stereo controls, three modulation sources, and optional hardware clipping; things can go intergalactic very quickly! In our frequency shifter we included the same range options as the original 1630 module, and each one has its own strengths. From thick chorusy effects, choppy AM sounds, to space-laser SFX, it's all packed inside. The delay module follows a straightforward digital approach but has a few nice extras thrown in: tone-shaping filters in the feedback loop, wet signal ducking, and easy stereo controls. Details: - Frequency Shifter - Range settings from 5 Hz to 5 kHz (inspired by OG 1630 module) - Modulate shift amount with envelope follower, internal LFO, and sequencer - Direction mixer allows tremolo & ring mod FX - Stereo Delay - Free or synced - Easy stereo controls - Continuous ping-pong - LR delay time skew - Tone-shaping filters in FB path - Wet signal ducker - Optional hardware clipping - Morph Settings lets you transition the plug-in between two settings. Useful for performance, modulation, automation, and more! Features: - Two-week free trial included, one-time purchase for full unlock - AUv3 effect plug-in runs in a compatible DAW - Standalone links to user manual and video tutorials - Universal purchase on Apple platforms - User presets synced across your devices - Clickless global bypass - Internal undo/redo - A/B settings comparison - High quality mode enables oversampling (plus advanced anti-aliasing techniques) - Output trim with perceived loudness matching - Global dry/wet - All parameters automatable - Mac version includes CLAP and VST3 plug-in formats Check out our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sketchaudio Read the manuals: https://sketchaudio.com/manuals/

Screenshots

Trace Sequenced Sample Box4 screens
Galaxy Brain (Legacy)3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Trace Sequenced Sample Box at monthly against Galaxy Brain (Legacy)'s every 8 months. Trace Sequenced Sample Box also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Galaxy Brain (Legacy)'s advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Trace Sequenced Sample Box sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Galaxy Brain (Legacy) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Trace Sequenced Sample Box holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Galaxy Brain (Legacy) has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Trace Sequenced Sample Box ships an update monthly, Galaxy Brain (Legacy) every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Trace Sequenced Sample Box versus Galaxy Brain (Legacy): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrace Sequenced Sample BoxGalaxy Brain (Legacy)
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.8 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size215 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGrohe & Giannakakis Applications GbRSketch Audio, LLC

Customer experience

Trace Sequenced Sample Box

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Galaxy Brain (Legacy)

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Trace Sequenced Sample Box

One-time1
  • Pro$7.99
2 purchases

Galaxy Brain (Legacy)

One-time2
  • Two-Week TrialFree
  • Full Unlock$24.99

Questions

Is Trace Sequenced Sample Box free?
Trace Sequenced Sample Box is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Galaxy Brain (Legacy) free?
Galaxy Brain (Legacy) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Trace Sequenced Sample Box or Galaxy Brain (Legacy)?
Trace Sequenced Sample Box is rated higher. Trace Sequenced Sample Box averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Galaxy Brain (Legacy) averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.
Do Trace Sequenced Sample Box or Galaxy Brain (Legacy) have ads?
Neither Trace Sequenced Sample Box nor Galaxy Brain (Legacy) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Trace Sequenced Sample Box or Galaxy Brain (Legacy)?
Trace Sequenced Sample Box ships an update monthly, and Galaxy Brain (Legacy) every 8 months. Most recently, Trace Sequenced Sample Box was updated on November 3, 2026 and Galaxy Brain (Legacy) on October 30, 2026.

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