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iPhone/iPad iOS music making app round-up: Week 48

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By Ben Rogerson published 7 October 2011

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iOS users should put 12 October in their diary, as this is the day on which they'll be able to download the version 5 update to their operating system. Until then, there are plenty of new music making apps to consider: NI has just released iMaschine, and we've got four others here.

Also make sure you check out these regularly updated features:

The best iPhone music making apps

The best iPad music making apps

If you've got a new iOS app, make sure you let us know about it by emailing musicradar.pressreleases@futurenet.com with all the details.

NEXT: Rouet Production SlideControl FS

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Rouet Production SlideControl FS, £6.99

Rouet Production SlideControl FS, £6.99

A SoundFont-powered instrument (it contains some 890 of them and you can add your own), this “fully featured music improvisation tool” enables you to select a scale and them slide your finger to play melodies and harmonies. It supports the Virtual MIDI standard so can be used to control other apps.

Buy now from the App Store

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Sonoma Wire Works GuitarTone, Free

Sonoma Wire Works GuitarTone, Free

Another app that emulates guitar amps and effects, GuitarTone ships with three of each as standard, then enables you to buy further add-on packs. Each comes with its own presets and you can mix and match amps, cabs, pedals and mics as you wish.

Buy now from the App Store

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Swarovski Refract, Free

Swarovski Refract, Free

The crystal company has released this piece of digital art that enables you to create sound and visual compositions. Tap the screen three times to create a facet, then adjust its shape and create more of them. You can unlock additional features (beats, an echo and a ‘background atmosphere’ as you progress.

Buy now from the App Store

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A Tasty Pixel Loopy HD, £2.49

A Tasty Pixel Loopy HD, £2.49

A well-spec’d looping app that lets you wok with six, nine or 12 loops. You can add overdubs and import loops via iTunes and audio copy/paste (these automatically fit to the tempo of your current project). There are plenty of other features, too, including the ability to record and export performances.

Buy now from the App Store

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