KQ Sampei 26 vs Microtonal Interval Eartrainer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
KQ Sampei 26
This powerful sampler synthesizer allows musicians to load and switch between various sound set formats, including SoundFont and DLS. It offers multi-timbral operation across multiple MIDI channels and supports standard and RIFF MIDI files, making it ideal for music production and live performance.
- Supports SoundFont, Compressed SoundFont, and DLS formats
- Multi-timbral operation across multiple MIDI channels
- Plays Standard and RIFF MIDI Files with loop support
- AUv3 plugin for GarageBand, AUM, and more
- Micro-tuning with AnaMark TUN files
- Load on Demand / Streaming mode for large sound sets
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KQ Sampei is a powerful sampler synthesizer for iOS that allows you to load and switch sound sets with ease. It supports multi-timbral operation across multiple MIDI channels, giving you rich flexibility for music production and live performance. Key Features - Supports SoundFont (sf2), Compressed SoundFont (sf3), and Downloadable Sound (DLS) formats - Multi-timbral operation across multiple MIDI channels with high polyphony depending on device performance - Compatible with GM, GS, XG, and MPE MIDI message sets - Plays Standard MIDI Files (SMF) and RIFF MIDI Files with multiple ports and loop support - AUv3 for use with GarageBand, AUM, Cubasis, and other apps - Micro-tuning with AnaMark TUN files for alternate tuning systems - Load on Demand / Streaming mode for handling large sound sets beyond device RAM limits - Supports external and virtual MIDI connections - Includes “GeneralUser GS v1.471” sound set with prepared modifiers - No user data collection beyond what iOS/iPadOS inherently collects Perfect For - MIDI/DTM users who want to play old SMF/GS/XG files - Musicians using SoundFont or DLS libraries - Mobile producers looking for a plugin synth with deep customization - Users needing micro-tuning or alternate temperament support Tips - For best compatibility with other SoundFont players, use Engine V3 and disable Custom GS Controllers, Slow LPF, and Smooth Volume Level. - With large sound sets, streaming mode is recommended. Machine generated text is included in this application and description.
Microtonal Interval Eartrainer
Train your ear and voice to recognize and reproduce complex harmonies and intervals. Explore different tuning systems and practice with interactive exercises. Features include chord and scale recognition, with optional Game Center integration.
- Interval identification
- Voice training with hum mode
- Chord and scale recognition
- Support for various tuning systems (JI, EDO)
- Spectrum exploration mode
- Progress tracking and accomplishment cards
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Enjoying new exotic songs, but have no idea what their unfamiliar harmonies are doing? With a little training, you can recognize and reproduce crazy harmonies yourself! TRAIN YOUR EAR, TRAIN YOUR VOICE Interval Ear Trainer turns ratios from JI (just intonation) and EDO (equal divisions of the octave) into focused, colorful practice sessions. Choose prime limits from 5-limit (traditional Western harmony) through 7-limit, 11-limit, 13-limit, and higher. Then, identify the intervals you hear. Targeted practice brings back troublesome intervals with nearby contrasts and familiar landmarks. Once you've trained your ear, train your voice with Hum mode, and let the app detect how close you are to singing intervals. Or, get started on recognizing chords, scales, and even scale progressions! EXPLORE THE SPECTRUM Turn off the pressure and enter a free spectrum mode, where you can practice your chosen intonation at will. A live display shows where your voice lands and highlights nearby intervals. Turn real practice history into polished accomplishment cards and challenge your friends to see how they do. No user account, ads, or in-app purchases. Microphone audio is never recorded or uploaded. Game Center integration is optional. EARN DISCOUNTS Unlock achievements to earn discounts on the upcoming Temper Microtonal Keyboard app, a full-featured microtonal learning and music production app. Temper Interval Trainer is made for instrumentalists, singers, composers, and anyone curious. Recognize and reproduce anything you hear, from short melodies to entire songs!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Microtonal Interval Eartrainer at Free against KQ Sampei 26's $9.99. Microtonal Interval Eartrainer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). KQ Sampei 26's advantage is ratings volume (4 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
Microtonal Interval Eartrainer is free to download; KQ Sampei 26 costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Microtonal Interval Eartrainer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.
| Parameter | KQ Sampei 26 | Microtonal Interval Eartrainer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.8 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ryouta Kira | Peter Keay |
In-app purchases
KQ Sampei 26
No in-app purchases
Microtonal Interval Eartrainer
No in-app purchases
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