More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • $0.99

    Ocarina

    by Smule

    Want to make music on your iPhone? Smule has transformed the iPhone into much more than just another electronic device. With Ocarina, your handset is a real musical instrument to be heard 'round the world. By using the iPhone's mic as a breath sensor, you're able to replicate the 12,000 year old wind instrument even Zelda and Link know and love. You'll even get music sheets to help you learn and perform several classic tunes. Yes, sir, Ocarina blows!

    • More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • $3.99

    Pianist

    by MooCowMusic

    No instrument collection is complete without a traditional piano. Don't let that tune get lost in your head just because you can't get to the keyboard. Instead, pull out your iPhone, launch Pianist, and instantly capture your original melody. The app is easy to use, and sounds absolutely authentic. If you play the piano or keyboard--even if you're just starting out--let Pianist be your musical muse.

    • More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • $0.99

    PocketGuitar

    by Bonnet Inc.

    Pianos are great, but the guitar is the world's most popular instrument. With tons of different guitar apps out there, though, how is one to choose? Well, after trying the rest, you have to stick with the best--and that's Pocket Guitar. The app is simple to use, easy to customize, and a snap (strum?) to control. Impress your friends, and play riffs on the go.

    • More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • $0.99

    Chordmaster

    by Planet Waves

    A guitar player's not much if he can't master the chords. To help you reach guitar hero status, Chordmaster is the perfect companion app. View diagrams for over 7000 different chords, complete with fretboard finger placement and full audio for each. If Skwisgaar had an iPhone, he'd use Chordmaster, too.

    • More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • Free

    KanonDrum

    by Elefante Geografico

    Want to add a drum to the mix? Of course you do. But how many drum apps are out there? Too many! But, if you want something fun and simple to use, stop your search, and download KanonDrum now. Use songs from your iPod (or one of the provided riffs) to jam out and learn how to keep the beat. Best of all, the app is free!

    • More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • $9.99

    BeatMaker

    by INTUA

    Playing the drums is fun, but creating loops is funner—and BeatMaker beats the competition! That is, it would if it had any. The app stands alone, packed with the high end features of more expensive, dedicated studio equipment. The price is high, but the quality's higher.

    • More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • Free

    TonePad

    by LoftLab

    TonePad is easily some of the most fun you can have creating your own music on the iPhone. Just light up the board and the music starts playing. Tap once, and a particular note ends. Tap again, and the sound is reborn. Think of the game as Lite Brite, but with music.

    • More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • $0.99

    Balls

    by iotic

    Getting sick of making music the old-fashioned way? With Balls, music making has never been so fun! Using the accelerometer, flick colored balls to create different notes. And they blur as they move, so not only does the app sound cool, it looks cool, too! Plus, since everything is completely customizable, you can make new songs 'til your fingers fall off. Or, you know, until your iPhone runs out of juice.

    • More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • Free

    Turntable.fm ~ play music together

    by stickybits, inc.

    Ever want to DJ, for yourself or for other people? Well, now you can—and all from your iPhone! The intuitive Web app, Turntable.fm, is now on your iPhone. So, set up your own room and DJ for all of your friends, or simply take turns spinning the tunes. This app is sure to get some heads bobbing!

    • More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • Free

    Metronome

    by MarketWall.com

    It's a metronome. It does everything any metronome could possibly do. Tick? Yup. Tock? Exactly.

    • More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • $9.99

    FourTrack

    by Sonoma Wire Works

    What's the point of making music if you don't record it? This miniature music studio lets you record real, physical instruments on your iPhone and assign them to different tracks. With its "audio copy" functionality, you can even import audio projects from other compatible apps. So put together that demo tape, and move out of your parents' basement!

    • More App Info
    description &
    screenshots
  • $4.99

    GarageBand

    by Apple®

    Now, if you're serious about making and editing music on the go, you'll want to get Apple's GarageBand. Once just a popular Mac app for helping musicians get the most out of their creations, this awesome music app can now be in your pocket.