# Fugue Machine : MIDI Sequencer

> Multi-playhead piano roll

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1014191410](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1014191410)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1014191410`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Alexandernaut
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 4.90 / 5 (622 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.5.23
- **Last updated:** 2025-07-05
- **First published:** 2015-10-10
- **Size:** 7.75 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-04
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fugue-machine-midi-sequencer/id1014191410)
- **Website:** [https://alexandernaut.com/fugue-machine-classic](https://alexandernaut.com/fugue-machine-classic)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://alexandernaut.com/privacy-policy/](http://alexandernaut.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Fugue Machine Classic reimagines sequencing by offering a multi-playhead piano roll. Inspired by Baroque canons and twelve-tone techniques, it lets you sculpt melodies by adjusting speed, direction, and pitch, while weaving several variations of a motif.

It supports iPhone and iPad as a MIDI sequencer and AUv3 host, with Ableton Link, Audiobus, and Inter-App Audio. Thanks to AUv3, you can run multiple instances on a single device in compatible hosts (AUM, Logic Pro for iPad, Loopy Pro, Cubasis), creating complex, mesmerizing patterns.

## Rankings

- #65,188 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise Fugue Machine as a powerful, intuitive multi‑head MIDI sequencer that shines for live performance and hardware integration. It’s lauded as inspiring and game‑changing, with a UI that’s easy to use and a strong DAW/AUv3 workflow on iPad. Major drawbacks focus on price: many reviewers view the cost as high, with no reliable bundle discounts and pricey updates. There are also concerns about limited DAW integration on some setups (GarageBand/AUv3) and widespread requests for missing features like MIDI learn/automation and per‑note velocity controls.

### Pros

- Multi‑playhead sequencing creates dynamic, life‑like patterns that bring melodies to life.
- Intuitive, performance‑oriented UI that’s great for live playing and quick ideas.
- Excellent AUv3 support and solid integration with external hardware and DAWs.
- Inspiring, powerful tool—described by users as a game changer and essential for producers.
- Strong perceived value; many users consider it worth the price.

### Cons

- High price and unfavorable pricing model, including no bundle discounts and an expensive update.
- DAW/DAW integration issues with GarageBand/AUv3 on iPhone, including limitations with changing sounds and MIDI transfer.
- Missing MIDI learn/CC automation features; frequent requests for automation, per‑playhead control, and other enhancements.

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