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Flip Sampler — Addictive music studio app with drum pads and keyboard

Android Suture Sound Inc.
4.0 GP
17,662+
Google Play

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Description

Alright, so I’ve been using Flip Sampler for a couple months now. It’s basically a mobile music studio where you can import your own sounds or record stuff straight from your phone’s mic. As soon as you record a new sound, you can start playing it on these cool drum pads and even map it out on a keyboard.

There’s also a bunch of effects and editing tools to shape your sounds however you want. You can record performances and the app will let you add automation and do all sorts of fun stuff. It’s got a piano roll view too where you can get really detailed with the notes and velocities.

Look, if you’re into making music on the go, you’ll probably love this app. It’s not the most complex one out there, but it does the job pretty well. There’s a few quirks here and there, like the automation can be a bit finicky, but overall Flip Sampler is a pretty solid little music studio to have on your phone.

Editor Opinion

So here's my honest take - I've tested a bunch of mobile music apps and Flip Sampler is definitely one of the better ones. The workflow is super intuitive and it's easy to just start making beats or recording stuff. And compared to some other options, the effects and editing tools are pretty robust without being overwhelming. It's not going to replace a full-featured DAW, but for quick music production on the go, I'd say Flip Sampler is a great choice.

Manya Lyalya
Author Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Intuitive interface makes it easy to start creating music right away
  • Tons of sound manipulation tools like effects, automation, and piano roll editor
  • Import your own samples or record directly through the app
  • Works well for both simple beats and more complex compositions

Cons

  • Automation and some advanced features can be a bit tricky to figure out
  • Limited sound library compared to some other music apps
  • Might feel a bit basic for experienced producers

Specifications

Updated 02.10.2024
Age Rating Everyone
Developer Suture Sound Inc.
Android Android 9++
Package Name com.flipsampler.flip

Ratings

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Google Play
4.0/5
428 reviews
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User Reviews

Nate Stokes Oct 24, 2025

As a portable "note taking" machine, or as a complete performance tool, this app is very very powerful, but it has a few quirks. There is another very similar program...

Deniz Ugurlu Oct 24, 2025

Very cool app, been waiting for it for a long time. Unfortunately, it runs very poorly on my Galaxy Note 9. I cant have more than one sample playing, can't...

Luke Rutter Oct 24, 2025

Just got the app to keep me busy for a long journey. For an app that's so feature rich I struggle to imagine how it could be more intuitive! My...

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