# DropPad

> Pro finger drumming on your phone. Low-latency pad sampler.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.arknetworks.droppad](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.arknetworks.droppad)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.arknetworks.droppad`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Ark-Networks
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 196
- **Version:** 1.0.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-29
- **First published:** 2026-01-26
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 32 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arknetworks.droppad)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://ark-networks.net/droppad/privacy/](https://ark-networks.net/droppad/privacy/)

## Description

DropPad is a low-latency, high-response pad sampler that delivers a professional finger drumming experience on your smartphone.<br><br>From beat making and idea sketching to daily practice, you can perform intuitively anytime, anywhere.<br><br>## Features<br><br>- Low-latency sampler for responsive performance<br>  Designed to feel great the moment you tap.<br><br>- Built for fast retriggering (layered playback)<br>  Repeated hits on the same pad won’t cut off the sound—machine-gun rolls are fully supported.<br><br>- PLAY / EDIT mode switch to prevent mistakes<br>  Reduces accidental setting changes during performance.<br><br>- Flexible sound assignment<br>  Import audio files from your device (WAV / MP3 / OGG) and easily assign them to pads.<br><br>- Record and assign instantly (sampling)<br>  Capture audio from your mic and trigger it immediately (saved in WAV format).<br><br>- 3×3 / 4×4 grid switching<br>  Choose between 9 or 16 pads depending on your workflow.<br><br>- Bank switching<br>  Switch between multiple sets (Bank A / B / C…) during performance.<br><br>- Auto-save<br>  Pad assignments, color changes, and edits are saved automatically and restored on next launch.<br><br>## Recommended For<br><br>- Beatmakers and finger drummers<br>- Anyone who wants to sketch rhythms on the go<br>- Players looking for a lightweight sampler for practice<br><br>## Permissions<br><br>- Microphone access is required for recording.<br>- File/media access may be required to import audio files.

## Rankings

- #1,721,358 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.arknetworks.droppad.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.arknetworks.droppad)