Meet Beatonal
Beatonal is an iPhone app designed to make music creation fast and approachable. It combines simple sequencing tools with built-in synths and drum capabilities so you can sketch ideas, build loops, and share projects without a steep learning curve.
Core channels
- Lead synth (melodies and solos)
- Chord section (harmonies and pads)
- Bassline channel (low-end patterns)
- Drum machine (beats and rhythms)
How it helps you stay in key
Beatonal automatically adjusts incoming notes to a scale you choose, which makes it easier for beginners and quick sketching sessions to sound harmonically consistent. You can also pick from many preset sounds or build and save your own synth patches.
Sound design and presets
- Sixty factory synth presets for immediate inspiration
- Ability to design and store custom patches
- Option to import your own drum samples via iTunes on a Mac
Exporting, routing, and syncing
- Export finished material as WAV files for immediate sharing
- Save song data as MIDI files to continue editing in a DAW
- Send real-time MIDI output to other apps or external gear on multiple channels
- Synchronize with other apps using Ableton Link for tight timing across devices
Project storage and collaboration
Beatonal lets you keep tracks locally on your device and share them easily through generated track URLs, simplifying collaboration and remote feedback.
Small footprint and compatibility
The app is compact in size so it won’t take up much space on your phone. It also supports routing MIDI to external DAWs and loading custom drum samples, making it a flexible part of a larger production setup.
Suggested alternative
If you’re exploring other options, consider eSound - MP3 Music Player Free as a top recommended alternative.
Technical
- iPhone
- Free