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KeyStage

4.68 • 18 Ratings

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KeyStage is a master controller, AUv3 host, and audio mixer app designed mainly for keyboard players. With KeyStage, you can simultaneously control any number of hardware and software instruments using any number of MIDI controllers in an organized way. Each project consists of sections (which corresponds to sections of a song). In each section you can change sounds and sound parameters of connected instruments, create complex splits and layers of your keyboard(s), change the functionalities of sliders/knobs/pedals of your MIDI controllers by creating advanced MIDI mappings, view PDF and JPG files (e.g. sheet music) and lyrics, and much more. TRY THE FREE LITE VERSION: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/keystage-lite/id1437899019 LIST OF FEATURES • Connect any number of MIDI controller to any number of MIDI instruments by creating tracks. • Assign any region of your keyboard(s) to any connected instrument. • Change velocity curve and velocity limits, and create velocity splits and layers. • Transpose notes and restrict notes to any key using pitch shifter. • Create instrument presets to easily change sounds of instruments by choosing patch names from patch lists. • KeyStage can also import Cubase Patch Scripts to automatically create instrument presets for your MIDI instruments. • KeyStage automatically detects new MIDI connections and recommends matching instrument presets from a database. • Simulate auto-sustain on any connected instrument. • Change or filter any MIDI signal using custom translators. Use “Relative Control” switch to smoothly change the parameters of your instruments without any jumps. • Use XY control unit to send control change and pitch bend messages to any connected MIDI instrument. • Create setlists, quick access all the songs in a setlist from a setlist bar, move to previous/next songs from live console or using external MIDI. • Create virtual MIDI inputs/outputs for KeyStage. • Use virtual MIDI piano controller to play connected instruments. • View PDF and JPG files. Link any page or region of any file to any section. • Backup and restore your songs and global properties to Dropbox. • Map special actions (like changing octaves, switching sections, changing pages of a PDF file) to notes and controllers using custom translators. • Use MPE routing to control any MIDI instrument using MPE controllers like Seaboard. Use custom translators to change the functionalities of each MPE dimension. • KeyStage supports smooth transitions between sections. Pressed notes will continue to sound when you switch sections. The following features can be unlocked via in-app purchases • Load AUv3 instruments, effects, and MIDI Processors. • Create mixer units to combine audio signals, turning KeyStage into an audio mixer. • With the player units, you can play wav, mp3, and m4a files, add marker points, automate actions (like play, stop, move to a marker etc.) using custom translators, or trigger certain events (like changing sections) when the player reaches a certain marker. • Input units allows you to use the microphone input, or the hardware inputs of a connected audio interface. • KeyStage has a multi-track recorder, which lets you record any number of tracks simultaneously. • The Main Mixer view allows you to control volume levels and pans of all tracks, connect effect units, and connect units to mixer units. • The transport controls allows you to play all instrument, effect, and MIDI processor audio units in sync with the built-in metronome. You can use global tempo and time signature, or assign different tempo and time signature to sections. You can access demo videos and video tutorials on my Youtube channel.
What’s New
New Features: • Audio Unit view frame can be cycled through a set of preset frames. • On the Main Mixer, you can now double tap on volume and pan sliders to assign their default values. Improvements: • You can now import songs directly into KeyStage. • Audio Unit view can now be moved around by holding and dragging from the bottom bar as well as the top bar. • "Save Changes" on the Main Mixer now applies to everything, including track states, parameters, and the master volume.• Audio Unit view frame can be cycled through a set of preset frames. • Users have now the option to disable autosave. When autosave is disabled, changes that you make in a song is stored only if you manually save it. Bug Fixes: • When “Same as Incoming” is selected on a track with a AU MIDI plugin, the channels of the MIDI signals produced by the plugin remains unchanged. • While editing track/part/section names, delete all button (x) can now be pressed. • In player units, the loop problem for short audio files is resolved. • Resolved possible crash when (system reset) MIDI message is received. • Relative control of custom translator with AUParameter outputs was not working correctly when they are activated the first time. This problem is resolved. • Hardware MIDI connections are now tracked by their unique IDs, which allows you to use multiple devices of the same brand independently. • Problem with storing buffer size and sample rate changes is resolved. • Some problems related to storing full states into parts and tracks are resolved. • Custom translators with global/custom event inputs and with sysex outputs would cause a crash. This is now fixed. • Lots of additional minor tweaks and fixes.
Version 2.0.1
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4.68
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18 Ratings
  • bevon_sl, 27.12.2022
    Beware
    After purchasing for $20, I’m now being asked to pay an addition $8 to unlock units, (that is to access th auv3 apps installed, this was not so in the trial mode), plus other cost for additional features .. come on now. If this is the case let it be known from the onset, at present I feel like I’ve been scammed. I really was not expecting this. Best wishes. Show more
  • ScrubKeys, 08.06.2022
    Great for using live!
    Using KeyStage for live use, has been very powerful and easy to use for gigs. My band mates can’t tell that I don’t have my bigger gigging keyboard with me!
  • Al453, 05.05.2022
    You have to pay to unlock AUv3
    I originally downloaded the lite version and decided to upgrade to the $20.00 full version after trying and liking the features of the app. However, I’m very disappointed that I have to pay and additional $8.00 to use my AUv3 instruments. I should of read the terms of the full version before purchasing. The lite version allows you to demo all the features, so you think you’ll get access to those features, as it allows you to upgrade from within. However, don’t assume you’re getting those by upgrading. I think it’s devious of the developers to get you to upgrade and then spend more money to buy add ons. Show more
  • LeesKeys, 24.03.2022
    What I’ve been waiting for
    Finally an app that makes gigging with IOS musical instruments practical. I’ve used KeyStage for about a month. A bit of a learning curve but now I can quickly organize my favorite AU and IAA apps into songs and set lists. The developer has been very responsive and helpful when I’ve had questions. Designed by a gigging keyboardist for gigging musicians! UPDATE: beta version 2.1 ROCKS! So many new features which make using KeyStage for live gigging even better! Show more
  • MadaHorn, 22.03.2022
    Best App I’ve ever owned! Superb Developer!!!
    This app makes using an iPad for live music not just possible, but exciting! The developer always answers questions and is constantly updating! Paired with Korg module and a couple of others, I’ve been able to use up to 32 different instruments at once and seamlessly switch between them with stacks and all! This all on a second generation iPad Pro 256. Show more
  • JamieTopol, 26.01.2022
    Flexible and Powerful
    KeyStage (combined with several instrument apps) has allowed me to abandon heavy, inflexible stage pianos and arranger keyboards. Now I have 2 midi keyboard controllers and an iPad. It is easier to work with this setup, lighter, less expensive, and very flexible to swap out any component (e.g. try a different piano sound, add a keyboard with a better hammer action, etc.). Show more
  • A.K.M., 31.12.2021
    Absolute Genius!
    The level of control this app gives you over your MIDI and hardware devices is the best you’ll find anywhere! Unlimited routing and midi filtering opens a world of possibilities! Furthermore, is very stable and reliable. I’ve been using it live for a while now and it hasn’t failed once. Just buy it folks! Show more
  • codypmack, 25.12.2021
    Buy the app just to pay to unlock?
    A little frustrated that I bought the app for $20, then I have to pay another $20+ just to use my audio units… kinda lame. I’m gonna try Camelot before I pay more for this one. Kind of a shame, was really excited to see what this was made of. Show more
  • phatmann, 21.11.2021
    The first iPad live rig manager with the power to do everything you need
    This is the first iPad live rig manager with no compromises, that has no dead ends, that can truly run a complicated rig with aplomb and ease. The layout is optimized for the gigging musician, with a unique “table” of instruments, song sections, and patches. It hosts audio units and let you change their settings on the fly without reloading. It is stable and reliable, to the point that you can relax and enjoy the gig. The bottom line: the app is very unattractive and is tricky to set up. But once you get past all this, wow, you have your own personal virtual keyboard tech! It is amazing and so fun to watch it do it’s magic with ease and speed. This is the app to buy if you want to control every facet of your rig. A user manual or textual tutorial would be very welcomed, but I did eventually figure it all out. Show more

Information

  • Category
  • Age Rating
    4+
  • Price
    19.99 USD
  • Size
    53.18 MB
  • Provider
    Ali Gokturk
Languages
English
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