XM Zhootracker

XM Zhootracker is a retro-modern music tracker with built-in virtual controls (also gamepad and keyboard support), inspired by the legendary workflow of LSDJ (Gameboy) (also in M8 tracker, LittlePiggyTracker, ChipNomad etc...), but fully compatible with the classic FastTracker II (XM) format. So it is compatible with every FT2 clones like Milkytracker, Nitro/Nitroustracker etc... Also works on Mac (Apple Silicon).

MIDI:

• MIDI Note In — receive notes from any MIDI controller, keyboard, or sequencer/DAW. Each MIDI channel controls its corresponding instrument (channel 1 = instrument 1, channel 2 = instrument 2, etc.)
• Row Trigger Mode : map each MIDI note to a row, turn your controller into a live performance instrument (with latency compensation)
• MIDI Hold : sustain triggered rows without holding the key
• MIDI Note Out : send notes to external synths and drum machines
• MIDI Clock Out : sync external hardware to XM Zhootracker's tempo (sends Start, Stop, Song Position, 24 PPQN clock)
• MIDI Clock In : slave XM Zhootracker to an external clock source (drum machine, DAW, etc.) with sample-accurate sync directly coupled to MIDI ticks

CONTROLS:

• Virtual D-pad + A button for fast pattern editing
• LSDJ-inspired navigation simplified for touchscreen
• Navigate with arrows OR tap directly
• The tracker experience you know, redesigned for iPad, inspired by both computer and handheld worlds
• Gamepad and keyboard support (using LSDJ shortcuts) (I can't test all gamepads, please report it if there is any problems and I will fix it).

INTELLIGENT FILE SYSTEM

• Open several samples folder and navigate in your folders
• Open .xm or .mod files to navigate into their samples and reuse them

SONG

• Save your projects
• Change BPM
• Mix global volume (useful when using with other apps or midi)

CONFIG

• Background audio
• MIDI config
• Gamepad mapping

DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE: XM Zhootracker is built to be intuitive. You don't need to master FastTracker II. LSDJ/M8 knowledge will make you faster but I found it more easier to use than computer trackers. Load your sample in instrument page, add your note with A or Keyboard - start making music.

FULL XM SUPPORT:

• Load and save standard XM module files
• Import WAV samples or record your own
• Up to 256 patterns with 32 channels
• Real-time playback with accurate XM engine
• Volume envelopes
• Sample loop on instruments
• Mute/Solo tracks
• Support all fastTracker2/milkytracker commands (LCD style screen for help)

EXTRA FEATURES :

• Record from microphone directly on the grid (instant fun)
• Pattern Loop
• Copy track
• Intuitive touch controls
• Paste in new pattern
• Undo / Redo

INTERFACE :

• Built-in help section

Presentation of the app : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqaW5rX9xU8

REC and other features tutorial : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elqwHqbG1F8&t=9s

FEEDBACK & SUPPORT: I am actively working on improving the app. If you encounter any bugs or have feature suggestions, please report them here : https://discord.gg/P6FxxVfv

Perfect for chiptune artists, experimental, enthusiasts, retro game composers, or anyone curious about tracker music.