MPD Software has announced that a major update to their drum machine app for iOS, mobileRhythm mR-606, is now available as a free upgrade on the Apple App Store. New features include full MIDI compatibility, Copy and Paste of rhythm patterns, and various other additions, fixes and improvements.
The mR-606 drum machine is reminiscent of the classic 1980's beatboxes that heavily influenced both the Detroit and Chicago house music scenes - the forebears of modern dance and techno music. These classic boxes were re-discovered by the rave and acid music collectives of the '90s in the UK and in Europe, and have been popular ever since. Now hard to find in their original hardware form, the mobileRhythm mR-606 is destined to be popular with anyone who enjoys a bit of nostalgia in their music-making.
The mobileRhythm mR-606, now that it has MIDI compatibility, can be a part of a larger music set-up including synthesizers and computer workstations. MIDI connections can be made using Line6's MIDI Mobilizer accessory (available separately), or by using Apple's Core MIDI, either through a compatible USB MIDI interface or over a wireless network.
Other additions in this update include copy and paste of rhythm patterns, allowing users to build their beats much more quickly by duplicating existing beats, and then modifying as necessary, without having to start from scratch each time. Parts can be copied "on the fly," without stopping the music, for use while jamming in a group or live on stage.
Pricing & Availability
mobileRhythm mR-606 is available in 3 versions: iPad, iPhone and Universal, for use on any iOS device. It is priced at $5.99 in the U.S., £3.49 in the U.K, and is priced accordingly in other regions.
mobileRhythm mR-606 is available world-wide from Apple's App Store.
