GarageBand for iOS makes it incredibly simple to play, record and share your music, no matter where you are. Tap into a wide range of instruments from around the world. And with the ever-expanding Sound Library, you can browse and download from a massive collection of free sounds, loops and samples created by some of the biggest producers in the world.
Download GarageBand for iOSThe moment you launch GarageBand, you can start making music. Play stunningly realistic Touch Instruments, instantly build big beats and create music like a DJ — all with just a few taps. The Sound Library lets you explore and download sound packs tailored to help you build your tracks with just the right elements for the style you want.
Live Loops makes it fun and easy to create electronic music. Simply tap cells and columns in the grid to trigger musical loops, then build your own original arrangements. You can even use Remix FX to add creative, DJ‑style transitions with Multi‑Touch gestures or just by moving your iOS device.
GarageBand comes with beautiful and highly expressive Touch Instruments that sound and respond just like the real thing. Play keyboards, guitars and bass, as well as sounds designed for EDM and Hip-Hop. Smart Instruments make you sound like a pro — even if you’ve never played a note. And now you can explore the sounds of Asia with traditional Chinese and Japanese instruments, including the guzheng, the koto and an array of taiko drums.
When it comes to how you make your beats, the choice is yours — from jamming live on virtual drum kits to instant drag‑and‑done Smart Drums. The Beat Sequencer lets you easily build rhythms using sounds and a workflow inspired by classic drum machines. And Drummer gives you access to a team of virtual session drummers, each playing a popular electronic or acoustic style with a signature kit.
Plug in your guitar and choose from a van‑load of amps and stompbox effects that deliver the perfect feel — from dreamy soundscapes to stadium‑sized rock.1 Our bass amps let you hold down the bass line with clean or distorted rigs modelled on vintage and modern amplifiers.
GarageBand includes Alchemy, one of the world’s most advanced synthesisers. Explore hundreds of Apple‑designed Patches, perfect for EDM, Hip-Hop, Indie, Rock and Pop music. Use the expressive Transform Pad to morph between sounds in real time, or just have fun using the simple Chord Strips that help anyone play like an expert.
With the Sound Library, you’ve got instant access to an incredible and expanding collection of free loops and instruments from inside the app. With Producer Packs, you can use royalty-free sounds in your songs that were created by some of the biggest hitmakers in music today. And Remix Sessions let you create your own versions of hit songs.
You can easily manage your library as it grows, and GarageBand will even notify you when new sound packs are released and ready for you to download.
With its powerful and intuitive interface, GarageBand makes it easy to capture, adjust and mix your performances into a finished composition. Build a complete song using any combination of Touch Instruments, audio recordings and loops.
Work with up to an astounding 32 tracks with GarageBand for iOS.2 With a compatible third‑party audio interface, you can even plug in the entire band and record everyone simultaneously on separate tracks. Take multiple passes to nail your performance using Multi‑Take Recording — just choose any Touch Instrument, tap Record, then play continuously over a looping song section. GarageBand automatically captures each one and you simply choose your favourite.
Fine-tune your tracks and record each tap, swipe and twist of the knobs. Draw and edit volume automation for precise control over your mix. And let the Simple EQ and Compressor keep your tracks sounding crisp and clear. For even more detailed control, take advantage of 10 track‑mixing effects directly from Logic Pro, like the Visual EQ, Bitcrusher, Vocal Transformer and more.
Audio Unit Extensions let you use your favourite compatible third‑party instrument and effect plug‑ins in your GarageBand song. Browse the App Store and download your selections from leading music app developers like Moog Music.
iCloud allows you to keep your GarageBand sessions up to date across all your iOS devices. Using iCloud Drive, you can import song sketches to your Mac and take them even further, then share your finished piece on any of your devices. You can also import a portable version of a Logic Pro project and add more tracks. When you bring the project back into Logic Pro, the original tracks are all there, along with the new ones you’ve added in GarageBand.
Your music deserves to be heard — everywhere. With GarageBand, you can easily share your tracks via email or to social media sites like SoundCloud.3 You can even wirelessly share them with someone near you using AirDrop. Or save them as customised ringtones so whenever somebody calls, your song rocks. And with built‑in support for iOS 16 and the Files app, you have even more project‑sharing options through third‑party developers.
Logic Pro for iPad puts a complete professional music studio at your fingertips. Effortlessly open your GarageBand for iOS projects using Logic Pro for iPad and elevate your creativity with pro features and workflows.