# Fake SID – Chiptune Tracker

> Create C64-style music on the go!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.twobit.fakesid](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.twobit.fakesid)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.twobit.fakesid`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Daniel Langner
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 25,712
- **Rating:** 3.63 / 5 (286 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-16
- **First published:** 2018-08-26
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 3.40 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.twobit.fakesid)
- **Website:** [https://2bt.github.io/fakesid/](https://2bt.github.io/fakesid/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://2bt.github.io/fakesid/privacy-policy.html](https://2bt.github.io/fakesid/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

Fake SID is an Android app for creating quick, casual C64-style music. Designed as a lightweight retro toy, it offers a simple entry point into chiptune tracking without the complexity of professional tools. On-the-go you can experiment with 8-bit sounds and lo-fi melodies using a pattern-based interface.

For a more serious experience, GTMobile - C64 SID Tracker provides cycle-accurate emulation and GoatTracker 2 compatibility. Documentation and tutorials are available at: https://2bt.github.io/fakesid/ to help you get started.

## Rankings

- #392,960 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `com.twobit.fakesid.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Great sounds and sound functionality
- Offers a unique approach to music production as a mobile tracker
- Impressive for being a free application
- Multi-track capability is appreciated
- Flexible once the UI is understood

### Cons

- Steep learning curve and complicated UI
- Lack of comprehensive documentation or tutorials
- Issues with audio playback when switching between audio outputs
- Inconsistent SID emulation
- Need for export features like .sid files

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