# PercussionTutor

> World Rhythms Reference App

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id518086179](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id518086179)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id518086179`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** FunkyDrumTutor
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 4.90 / 5 (266 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.6
- **Last updated:** 2025-10-24
- **First published:** 2012-04-20
- **Size:** 440 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/percussiontutor/id518086179)
- **Website:** [http://percussiontutor.com/](http://percussiontutor.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://percussiontutor.com/privacy/](http://percussiontutor.com/privacy/)

## Description

PercussionTutor is a long-running Chrome reference app for world percussion, featuring a rich library of rhythms and instruments from Cuba, Brazil, West Africa, and more. A Colombia section has been added to broaden regional coverage and deepen study.

Key features include over 80 rhythms (with basic and advanced versions), individual drum controls, audio time-stretching, 59 videos, 50+ instruments, rhythm sheets, and descriptive rhythm notes. A random playback engine for batá rhythms and a built-in metronome help you practice with authentic grooves, while ongoing updates expand content at no extra cost.

## Rankings

- #91,519 — Overall

## Review summary

PercussionTutor is highly praised for its authentic, well-recorded grooves and rich educational content, making it a strong practice and teaching tool. Users love the real performances, notation, and videos, plus the ability to mute parts and play along. Common downsides focus on tempo-related audio artifacts and the lack of per-instrument volume controls, with frequent requests for more rhythms and broader repertoire.

### Pros

- Authentic grooves recorded by real musicians (not MIDI), with long loop lengths and accompanying notation and videos.
- Comprehensive learning toolkit: charts/notations, muteable parts, play-along tracks, and printable PDFs for teaching and practice.
- Broad, culturally rich repertoire (Afro-Cuban, Afro-Brazilian, Latin, and world percussion) with clear demonstrations and strong educational value.
- High value and strong praise from users; considered worth the price and a must-have for percussion practice.

### Cons

- Tempo changes can introduce artifacts and pitch changes; improvements needed to preserve quality at faster tempos.
- Lack of independent per-instrument volume controls; users want more fine-grained mixing options beyond muting.
- Desire for more rhythms and expanded repertoire (e.g., West African, additional Brazilian styles) to keep the content fresh.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id518086179)