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iPad with hardware

jdolecek49jdolecek49
in General App Discussion

How many of you guys use hardware with your iPads?? I’m very curious adding some hardware to go along with my iPad, of course I have bm3 but I have also co side red getting a MPC o or a sp404 to pair with it, alternatively I have even considered adding some of the Korg volco stuff along with it….so what type of setups do you guys have

let’s see some photos of your setups

Comments

  • Luc_ALuc_A

    Sorry for being so rude, but I think you are wasting your time to find the perfect setup instead of making music with what you have. I don’t think that some hardware toy will make you a better producer. I know, it’s fun to try different solutions, but if your goal is to make a track from start to finish, stick with an app (bm3 or Korg gadget or whatever) for one month, and enjoy the learning process.

  • jdolecek49jdolecek49

    @Luc_A said:
    Sorry for being so rude, but I think you are wasting your time to find the perfect setup instead of making music with what you have. I don’t think that some hardware toy will make you a better producer. I know, it’s fun to try different solutions, but if your goal is to make a track from start to finish, stick with an app (bm3 or Korg gadget or whatever) for one month, and enjoy the learning process.

    I know exactly what I want. Each of us make different styles of music, different genres and we each go about it different ways with that said it was just out of curiosity so you see you shouldn’t assume what my way of thinking is, even with different settings we all have different approaches, even when people are from different parts of the world, not everyone has access to the same type of gear that I may have….so all I’m asking is that you will slow down instead of rushing to judgement

  • robosardinerobosardine

    Mixing some hardware with your iPad is great fun & it can be a tremendous blend for creativity. You can have the best of both worlds in an easily managed set up. You can have a very compact studio with the iPad at one side and some bits and bobs of a few hardware nuggets on the other. I like to cycle my hardware aspects via eBay - it costs practically nothing to do so if you are trustworthy and have decent feedback. I currently have a Volca Nubass and a Volca Bass - there is nothing on an iPad that will come close to the actual analogue sounds or playability from them - so for me it’s not an option, it’s essential. It’s unquestionably the thing to do if you fancy it and have the money. Having said that when it comes to playing and arranging samples Koala would be a much better choice all round than say the MPC Sample.

    The Korg Volcas and Pocket Operators are great because you can use the Korg SyncKontrol App to keep the timing perfectly in sync. There are several other hardware instruments that have this functionality too - easy as you get. That apart look for instruments that are ‘class compliant’ - which means that the connection between pad and instrument will be easy and harmonious.
    Don’t be tempted to use those passive 2 in one out adaptors - the sound quality will dip significantly. You need at least an inexpensive battery sub mixer type thing.

    Talking of hardware - it’s always nice to send the whole mix into a Kaoss Pad…….nice 😀

  • dmoridmori

    I regularly combine my iPad with TE Riddim and Novation Circuit Tracks. I like combining hardware with iPad.

    If you're not using a midi controller with some iPad apps already, it worth exploring that - LaunchPad X is great with Koala and GrooveRider and can be mapped to virtually anything (without knobs). Also Novation Launch ControlXL has plenty of knobs and sliders. So these setup with BM3 could be a powerful setup that take advantage of both worlds.

    One of my setups involves using Bluetooth midi to sync iPad and hardware and running MIDI Clock. But it does need setting up and trial and error until you get it right for your setup. BM3 does have a solid MIDI clock In/Out too.

  • heshes

    There are probably other threads, but here's a 32 page on on posting pictures of iPad studio setups:

    https://forum.loopypro.com/discussion/28980/let-s-see-your-studio-setup-photos-please/p32

  • deadpoetlivedeadpoetlive

    At the moment my hardware is midi controllers. Roli seaboard 25, Keystep 37, x keys 37 all controlling one or more apps simultaneously in AUM with additional help from geoshred on screen. Can get quite a full sound, mostly ambient in nature all tactile and live playing.

  • catherdercatherder

    Hardware is great because you get the feel, the haptics of knobs, buttons or real path cables. I have a whole gang of Novation controllers for that purpose (Two Launchpad Mini MK3, a Launchkey Mini 25 MK4 and a Launchcontrol XL MK3). They connect to the iPad that I use as MIDI (routing and sequencing) and Audio (effects) processor.
    I’ve got a bunch of Volcas too. The analog ones are my favourites (Keys, Bass, Beats and Modular). Because they have no MIDI out without modding, you will need a MIDI Splitter if you want to connect them to the iPad. The Modular has no MIDI at All and modding it is difficult (I have done it).
    If analog is not a priority, then you might want to consider the Roland Aira Compact Series. They are USB powered and I think even do Audio over USB.
    Another synth that pairs well with the iPad is the Arturia MicroFreak. Just the MF and the iPad make a great portable setup.

  • Luc_ALuc_A

    @jdolecek49 said:

    @Luc_A said:

    I know exactly what I want. Each of us make different styles of music, different genres and we each go about it different ways with that said it was just out of curiosity so you see you shouldn’t assume what my way of thinking is, even with different settings we all have different approaches, even when people are from different parts of the world, not everyone has access to the same type of gear that I may have….so all I’m asking is that you will slow down instead of rushing to judgement

    I’m not judging anyone; I was just offering you some advice... You’ve messaged me privately several times, and each time I’ve tried to help you by answering your questions. I honestly don’t understand this attitude you’re taking toward me.
    Anyway, good luck.

  • colonel_mustardcolonel_mustard

    go big or go home

    https://www.analoguesolutions.com/colossus

    tbh i have lots of things that i could plug in (not one of these monsters) but i've never much enjoyed using an ipad as a tethered hub with a mess of cables and desk clutter, spending hours troubleshooting connections and scratching my head over routing dilemmas etc.

    if i've picked up the ipad, most likely it's with lightness, portability and easy playfulness in mind. i like it for sketching and exploring and just playing. if something sounds good, i'll sample it and save a preset, but i use a mac for "proper daw" stuff.

    still, i do find that a good midi keyboard is sometimes necessary. pecking notes on a piano roll works well for some styles but it's not the same as playing an instrument.

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