# EG Pulse

> AU3 Drum Machine & Sampler

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1478285477](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1478285477)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1478285477`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Elliott Garage
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (147 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.39
- **Last updated:** 2024-11-24
- **First published:** 2019-09-20
- **Size:** 268 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/eg-pulse/id1478285477)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/52002404](https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/52002404)

## Description

EG Pulse is a feature-rich browser-based drum machine and sampler designed for fast groove creation. It features a 64-step sequencing engine, 40+ drumkits, and 180 grooves spanning EDM, hip-hop, rock, jazz, and more. Drag-and-drop sample import, a built-in sample editor, and per-pad effects enable precise sound shaping and instant creativity.

It also offers advanced sequencing options such as automation, probability-based grooves, chromatic pads, MIDI In/Out, Ableton Link, and multi-output routing (up to 16 stems). With multiple views (Pads, Grid, Mixer, FX, Song), kit sharing, and export options for stems and Live Sets, EG Pulse is designed for professional browser-based music production.

## Rankings

- #119,644 — Overall

## Review summary

EG Pulse is a capable iOS sampler/drum machine with strong AUv3 support, flexible sample loading, and active developer updates. Users frequently praise its intuitive workflow and features like time stretch and precise grid snapping. However, recurring downsides across reviews include stability bugs (random sample loading, MIDI crashes, kit deletions), uneven DAW compatibility (notably GarageBand), and notable feature gaps (16 pads/patterns, no velocity layers, no undo). Performance concerns at high BPM and some UI/UX drawbacks also appear in multiple reviews.

### Pros

- AUv3/plugin compatibility with standalone operation and multi-out support across hosts (e.g., Cubasis)
- Strong developer support and frequent updates that address issues and add features
- Flexible sampling: load your own wave files per pad with drag-and-drop/import from Files app
- Intuitive and responsive core workflow that many users praise for speed and ease of kit creation
- Time-stretch/loop-sync features and solid grid quantization enhancing live beat making

### Cons

- Stability and bugs: issues like random sample loading, MIDI/CV crashes, and custom kits deleting themselves
- Poor or inconsistent DAW integration, especially GarageBand compatibility and certain export/import problems (e.g., Ableton exports with blank samples)
- Feature gaps: limited to 16 pads/sounds and 16 patterns, no velocity layers, no undo, no multi-bar patterns, and limited grid Zoom/ editing controls
- Audio engine can crackle or clip at higher BPM (reported at ~126 BPM and above, with some improvements in updates)
- UI/UX drawbacks for some users: non-standard interface with a learning curve and missing common editing shortcuts (e.g., CMD+C/V, undo)

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