IK Multimedia today announced the updated GrooveMaker 2 (v1.1), their mobile loop based music making app and “groove generator.” The new version adds universal compatibility to provide iPad users with an intuitive groove making interface and full suite of tools and effects for creating music and grooves “on the go” on an iPad.
GrooveMaker 2 For iPad Key Features:
- Universal compatibility for use on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch
- Completely redesigned iOS 7 style interface
- New single application allows users to have all your loop collections in one place via in-app purchase (GrooveMaker 1 loop packs bought previously are unlocked and usable in GrooveMaker 2 upon registration)
- 16 Packs available in 60 song collections (1 song included in the free version, 4 songs included in the full version and more available via in-app purchase)
- New Grid interface allows for simplified loop remixing – even by “drawing”
- Single loop duration and groove duration can be freely selected down to 1/4 bar, with new 1/8 to 1/32 live-repeat function on full grooves for dramatic effects
- 16 available FX with automation and touch-pad like interface
- IMPORT functions allows users to import audio files or record their own grooves within the existing collection (available for in-app purchase in the Free version)
- New time-stretch for seamless groove tempo variation from 50% to 200% of original BPM without changing the pitch
- New real-time recorder of remixing performance
- New master effects control with Compressor, EQ and Filter
- New sharing features include Audio Copy, E-mail, Wi-Fi, FTP and SoundCloud
- Compatible with Audiobus, Inter-App Audio and X-Sync
Pricing & Availability IK Multimedia’s GrooveMaker 2 (v 1.1) is available now on the App Store for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch as a free version. The full-featured version is also available for $9.99/ 8.99 euro. Additional GrooveMaker packs are available as in-app purchases which range from $3.99 to $5.99 each. GrooveMaker songs can also be purchased individually. For more information, check out the IK Multimedia website.
GrooveMaker 2 for iPod Touch and iPhone was released in December.