# Hexpress musical instrument

> Musical instruments on your phone

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.castlewrath.hexpress](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.castlewrath.hexpress)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.castlewrath.hexpress`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** CastleWrath
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 132,962
- **Rating:** 4.14 / 5 (972 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.42.0
- **Last updated:** 2024-10-24
- **First published:** 2017-11-05
- **Size:** 33 MB
- **Data as of:** 2025-02-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.castlewrath.hexpress)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/jmiskovic/hexpress](https://github.com/jmiskovic/hexpress)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQme8qztfvQ1qIV9s\_4wAkEof6EUUwGP2743nx0q24diOb2qmVhRscJ6XC5eEqR2k0ySxQuhAH\_cpBm/pub](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQme8qztfvQ1qIV9s_4wAkEof6EUUwGP2743nx0q24diOb2qmVhRscJ6XC5eEqR2k0ySxQuhAH_cpBm/pub)

## Description

"Hexpress musical instrument" is a mobile app that simulates a range of musical instruments. Designed for creativity and learning, it features an intuitive honeycomb layout, simple interface, and various effect controls. Users can play and compose music on the go without ads or internet access. The app promotes effective screen usage and allows for both casual play and serious practice with a unique looper function and instruments tailored for accessibility.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `com.castlewrath.hexpress.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Creative and fun to use for music creation.
- No ads or subscription model; it is free and open-source.
- User-friendly interface, especially for mobile devices.
- Variety of instruments and sounds available.
- Unique hexagonal layout makes playing chords easier.

### Cons

- Latency issues, especially with Bluetooth connections.
- Limited recording functionality; users want more advanced features.
- Some instruments lack higher range and clarity on phone speakers.
- No ability to customize instrument layouts or functions.
- Missing labeled notes on some sounds can be confusing for users.

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