Best Preamp Live Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated August 2026

PREAMP LIVE is the household name in preamp live, but it's far from the only option. We track 247+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Preamp Live Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1PREAMP LIVEPREAMP LIVEFree3.0★ (3)NoNoMay 2026
2PreSonus QMixPreSonus QMixFree2.6★ (38)NoNoAug 2026
3GarageBandGarageBandFree4.1★ (117K)NoNoSep 2026
4Bluetooth Microphone LiveBluetooth Microphone LiveFree4.6★ (344)NoNoSep 2026
5AudioKit L7 - AUv3 Live LooperAudioKit L7 - AUv3 Live Looper$2.994.2★ (410)NoNoAug 2026
6NAM Live: Neural Amp ModelerNAM Live: Neural Amp Modeler$14.995.0★ (9)NoNoAug 2026
7Microphone LiveMicrophone LiveFree4.4★ (5.1K)YesYesAug 2026
8Quantiloop Pro - Live LooperQuantiloop Pro - Live Looper$14.994.9★ (201)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Preamp Live

PREAMP LIVE#1

PREAMP LIVE by Shenzhen MOOER Audio Co., Ltd

Official MOOER STUDIO App
Editor's Choice
🎵 Music
3.0(3 ratings)
Free
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Control and edit your PREAMP LIVE device wirelessly via Bluetooth. Customize MIDI mappings, change preamp models, and fine-tune cabinet and power amp simulations. Access deep editing of parameters for a personalized sound experience.

PreSonus QMix#2

PreSonus QMix by PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc.

Strong Contender
🎵 Music
2.6😞(38 ratings)
Free
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Allows up to ten musicians to control their monitor mixes wirelessly from an iPhone or iPod touch. Adjust individual channel levels or use a unique wheel to control relative "Me" channel volumes. Requires a compatible mixer and computer setup.

What We Love

  • 💡 Innovative monitor mixing control via iPhone
  • 👍 User-friendly interface and setup
  • 🎵 Eliminates need for expensive dedicated monitor systems
  • ⚡ Wireless convenience for performers

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 📡 Unreliable WiFi connectivity and disconnections
  • ⏱️ Poor app maintenance and infrequent updates
GarageBand#3

GarageBand by Apple

Make great music anywhere
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.1😊(117K ratings)
Free
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Transform your device into a portable recording studio. Create music with virtual instruments, record vocals and guitars, and mix multi-track songs. Explore a vast library of sounds and effects to produce professional-sounding tracks anywhere.

What We Love

  • 🎹 Powerful music creation tools
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 🎨 Wide variety of instruments and sounds
  • 💰 Free to use with no ads

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches causing crashes and data loss
  • ⏱️ Long download and optimization times
  • 🔇 Issues with audio recording and playback

More Preamp Live apps to explore

4
Bluetooth Microphone Live
Bluetooth Microphone Live
Bluetooth Microphone Live
Mic to speaker - Virtual Mic
Free

This app transforms your smartphone into a wireless microphone, allowing you to stream audio to any Bluetooth speaker or sound system. Enjoy features like karaoke mode and advanced audio processing for clear, enhanced sound.

Wireless audio streamingConnect to Bluetooth speakersKaraoke mode
🔧 Utilities
(344)
free
5
AudioKit L7 - AUv3 Live Looper
AudioKit L7 - AUv3 Live Looper
AudioKit L7 - AUv3 Live Looper
AUv3 looper with effects
$2.99

This app is a powerful live looper for iOS, inspired by hardware loop stations. It offers extensive features for recording, manipulating, and exporting audio, suitable for both standalone use and as an AUv3 plugin within other music apps.

Record up to 16 tracks9 effects per track plus master and input effectsAutomatic effect triggering
🎵 Music
(410)
paid
6
NAM Live: Neural Amp Modeler
NAM Live: Neural Amp Modeler
NAM Live: Neural Amp Modeler
Neural Amp Modeling Rig
$14.99

This app allows musicians to play and manage their amp rigs on mobile devices. It supports the latest amp capture technology, custom impulse responses, and a suite of effects. Create and switch between presets seamlessly for live performances.

Plays Architecture 2 (A2) and standard .nam filesLoad custom impulse responses (.wav)Stereo delay and reverb effects
🎵 Music
(9)
paid
7
Microphone Live
Microphone Live
Microphone Live
Listen Broadcast Transcribe
Free

Transform your iOS device into a versatile live microphone. Stream audio wirelessly to speakers or headphones, enhance sound with professional controls like EQ and pitch shifting, and monitor levels with a decibel meter. Ideal for announcements, hearing assistance, or creative audio effects.

Live microphone accessWireless audio output to Bluetooth devicesReal-time audio effects (pitch, reverb, EQ)
🎵 Music
(5.1K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Quantiloop Pro - Live Looper
Quantiloop Pro - Live Looper
Quantiloop Pro - Live Looper
4 Track Loopstation with Fx
$14.99

This app offers a powerful 4-track live looping experience for musicians. It allows for hands-free control, extensive MIDI integration, and a variety of audio effects to enhance live performances. Create complex layered performances with ease.

4-track looping with unlimited overdubsHands-free and MIDI foot controller supportBuilt-in rhythm guide and metronome
🎵 Music
(201)
free
9
PROJECT LOOP - LIVE
PROJECT LOOP - LIVE
PROJECT LOOP - LIVE
Live looping & beatbox
Free
$8.99 | 100% OFF
🎵 Music
(0)
10
ToneWoodAmp remote
ToneWoodAmp remote
ToneWoodAmp remote
ToneWoodAmp2 Remote App
Free

This app provides a user-friendly interface to control a four-channel mixer for guitar effects, EQ, and dynamics. Easily create, manage, and share custom guitar profiles and effect presets, with unique features like soloing individual effects and flexible routing options.

Four-channel mixer interfaceAdjust effect levels and parametersEQ and Dynamics control
🎵 Music
(7)
free
11
Live Listen for AirPods 2: Ear
Live Listen for AirPods 2: Ear
Live Listen for AirPods 2: Ear
Sound Amplifier: Super Hearing
Free

Enhance your hearing and speech clarity with this sound amplifier. It uses AirPods and Bluetooth headphones to personalize your listening experience, reduce background noise, and simulate hearing conditions to build empathy.

Sound amplification with headphonesSpeech clarity enhancementBuilt-in hearing test
🔧 Utilities
(49)
free
12
Quantiloop - Live Looper
Quantiloop - Live Looper
Quantiloop - Live Looper
4 Track Loopstation with Fx
Free

This app offers a powerful 4-track live looping experience for musicians, replicating hardware loop pedals on iOS. It supports hands-free operation with MIDI controllers or automated recording, allowing for complex musical arrangements and creative effects.

4-track live loopingHands-free MIDI controlUnlimited overdubs
🎵 Music
(38)
free with in-app purchases
13
Live Mic Karaoke
Live Mic Karaoke
Live Mic Karaoke
Use your device as mic
Free

Transform your device into a professional microphone and recording studio. Sing along to karaoke tracks with real-time effects, mix vocals and music, and export high-quality audio for sharing.

Real-time microphone with zero latencyKaraoke mode with custom effectsStudio-quality audio effects (reverb, echo, EQ)
🎵 Music
(1)
free with in-app purchases
14
MOOER iAMP
MOOER iAMP
MOOER iAMP
by Shenzhen MOOER Audio Co., Ltd
Free

Control intelligent amplifiers and their effects remotely. Access amp models, EQ, and modulation settings, plus manage drum machines, loopers, and tuners. Share and download user-created presets from the cloud.

Control amp models, EQ, and modulationManage drum machine and looperAccess tuner function
🎵 Music
(29)
free
15
Liveify: Live Photo Maker
Liveify: Live Photo Maker
Liveify: Live Photo Maker
Live Wallpaper from any video
Free

Transform videos and still photos into dynamic Live Photos for your iPhone. Trim videos, select cover frames, and add subtle motion to images. Your creations are processed locally for privacy and speed.

Convert videos to Live PhotosAdd motion to still imagesTrim and select video moments
🔧 Utilities
(2)
freemium
16
Mobile POD
Mobile POD
Mobile POD
Guitar Amps and Effects
Free

This app provides guitarists with a vast collection of classic amp and effect models for mobile sound creation. Users can craft, save, and recall custom guitar tones, stream music to play along with, and record their performances with iOS-compatible interfaces.

65 classic amps and effectsCreate, edit, and save custom tonesStream music and play along
🎵 Music
(111)
free with in-app purchases
17
Knobbler
Knobbler
Knobbler
Ableton Live Touch Control
Free
$14.99 | 100% OFF

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful, auto-labeling control surface for Ableton Live. Seamlessly navigate tracks, control parameters, and build custom interfaces that save with your Live sets. Keep your focus on creativity without leaving the music-making flow.

Auto-labeling and auto-coloring control surfaceMultitouch parameter controlCustomizable interface saved with Live sets
🎵 Music
(16)
free with in-app purchases
18
Bluetooth Mic to Speaker.
Bluetooth Mic to Speaker.
Bluetooth Mic to Speaker.
Virtual Mic & Sing Karaoke
Free

Transform your phone into a wireless microphone for live sound amplification. Connect to Bluetooth speakers for karaoke, presentations, parties, and more. Enjoy high-quality audio with noise reduction and EQ presets.

Instant Bluetooth connectionHigh-quality audio streamingEQ Presets
🔧 Utilities
(41)
free with in-app purchases
19
DJM-REC: DJ live/recording app
DJM-REC: DJ live/recording app
DJM-REC: DJ live/recording app
Record & live stream DJ mixes
Free

Easily record and live stream high-quality DJ mixes directly from your device. Connect to a DJ mixer with a single cable for seamless setup. Features include automatic tracklist generation and direct uploads to popular cloud services.

High-quality live streamingDJ mix recordingDirect connection to DJ mixers
🎬 Entertainment
(407)
free with in-app purchases
20
BIAS AMP 2 - for iPhone
BIAS AMP 2 - for iPhone
BIAS AMP 2 - for iPhone
Ultimate Virtual Amp Designer
Free

Design your dream amplifier with this virtual amp designer. Replicate classic and modern amps, or build new sounds by swapping components like tubes and cabinets. Access a vast community of shared tones for endless sonic inspiration.

Component-level amp modelingDesign custom amplifiersSwap tubes, preamps, and cabinets
🎵 Music
(651)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Preamp Live

What are the best preamp live apps for iPhone?
PREAMP LIVE tops our preamp live apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 3.0-star average from 3 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top preamp live apps we rank are free to download, including PREAMP LIVE and PreSonus QMix.
PREAMP LIVE has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 247+ preamp live apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
PREAMP LIVE is compatible with iPhone and iPod devices.
The latest version, 2.0.1, was released on March 8, 2019. The app was initially released on June 5, 2018.